EV Mania Hasn’t Killed Hunger for Hybrid Trucks
This may not be great news for the climate. A person who swaps a gas truck for a hybrid one will reduce their emissions. An analysis of 2020 pickup trucks …
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How electrified roads could help fix America’s EV charging problem
Electric vehicles are taking up an increasing percentage of the overall auto market share every year — rising from 4% in 2020 to 14% last year. Among the holdouts, a …
Automakers tout software, driverless tech to take on Tesla and China
Amazon was among a number of technology companies at the IAA motor show in Munich. The presence of Amazon, Qualcomm, Samsung and other tech giants underscores how traditional automakers are …
Tesla shares close down 5% after price cuts, Model 3 refresh
A Tesla Model 3 vehicle on an auto carrier in front of a store in Rocklin, California, July 21, 2021. David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images Tesla shares …
Hero Moto plans to ride premium wave
Hero MotoCorp, the country’s largest two-wheeler maker known for its entry-level bikes, is looking to create a portfolio of premium motorcycles and scooters with the launch of multiple products in …
BMW, Mercedes launch biggest electric vehicle push yet to catch Tesla
BMW took the wraps of the Vision Neue Klasse electric vehicle at the IAA motor show in Munich, Germany. It underpins BMW’s big push into electric vehicles. BMW MUNICH, Germany …
An excerpt from Walter Isaacson Musk bio
The following is adapted from Walter Isaacson’s biography “Elon Musk,” publishing Sept. 12. “Hey, I’d love to come see you and talk about philanthropy and climate,” Bill Gates said to …
China’s electric carmakers BYD, Xpeng ramp up push overseas
BYD launched the BYD Seal in Europe at the IAA auto show in Munich, Germany. The electric sedan has a starting price of 44,900 euros ($48,479). Arjun Kharpal | CNBC …
Walter Isaacson biography of Elon Musk excerpt
The following is adapted from Walter Isaacson’s biography “Elon Musk,” publishing Sept. 12. On a Friday in late August of this year, Elon Musk got into his Model S at …
BMW to use Amazon cloud to build its driverless features for new EVs
BMW revealed the BMW Vision Neue Klasse, a concept electric vehicle that will underpin its foray into battery-powered cars. Arjun Kharpal | CNBC MUNICH — BMW will build its semi-autonomous …