Tesla has granted third-party apps access to car data, raising concerns about a potential vulnerability. In response, Tesla reset thousands of “tokens” used to match app users with their cars. It is believed that the bug may be related to a few individuals who were using their own version of an analytics program called Teslamate. …
With every major car manufacturer committing to phase out vehicles powered by internal combustion engines, it may seem like you can finally outsmart the taxman. However, the fiscal perks that make electric vehicles (EVs) attractive are slowly disappearing, and road pricing plans are being accelerated to compensate for the decrease in petrol duties. Unfortunately, the …
Hyundai’s highly popular electric SUV, the Ioniq 5, is facing safety concerns due to a series of complaints. US owners have reported experiencing complete or partial power loss in their vehicles, as confirmed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The loss of power seems to be preceded by a loud popping noise, according …
Tesla is currently facing a lawsuit filed by former employees who are accusing the electric car company of unlawfully laying off staff without notice during Elon Musk’s recent cost-cutting measures. These two Nevada-based workers have launched a class action lawsuit claiming that Tesla violated US labor laws regarding mass layoffs, which require a 60-day warning …
In a remarkable turn of events, a Chinese company backed by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has surpassed Tesla in electric car sales for the first half of 2022. BYD, based in Shenzhen, tripled its production of electric vehicles in just one year and delivered 641,000 cars, outperforming Elon Musk’s company by nearly 100,000 units. Tesla, …
A groundbreaking innovation in battery technology could revolutionize electric cars, allowing them to be fully charged in less than five minutes. Cambridge-based start-up, Nyobolt, has secured £50m in funding from Vietnamese materials supplier, Masan High-Tech Materials. This investment values Nyobolt at £300m and puts them at the forefront of battery research and development. Nyobolt’s impressive …
Tesla, under the leadership of CEO Elon Musk, is on the verge of achieving fully autonomous vehicles, as stated by Musk himself during a visit to Paris. He emphasized that autonomy is the key factor driving the brand’s market value. This announcement led to a nearly 2% increase in Tesla’s shares, reaching their highest level …
Detroit — The 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ introduces GM’s innovative “cockpit experience” for electric vehicles, inspired by the world of gaming. According to Mike Hichme, a design expert for GM, the combination of the exterior and the interior now plays a crucial role in the overall design of a vehicle, with the digital experience being a …
The ultimate way to conclude a weekend road trip is certainly not by struggling to find an EV charger at a Sheetz gas station in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Picture this: it’s Memorial Day, and I find myself in a lackluster rental car, desperately trying to outmaneuver a Ford F-150 Lightning for that coveted charging spot. After …
When you experience driving a Tesla for the first time, there’s a moment where everything clicks. I had mine in Detroit, cruising around in a Model S about seven years ago. That’s when I felt the incredible speed, comparable to a supercar, without the usual engine noise. The controls were like nothing I had seen …