Smart Cars
Electric Car Owners Overwhelmingly Prefer EVs: Less Than 1% Want to Go Back to Gasoline
December 16, 2024 – According to the latest research conducted by the Global Electric Vehicle Drivers’ Alliance (GEVA), an overwhelming majority of electric vehicle owners express extremely high satisfaction with their EVs, with less than 1% willing to switch back to gasoline-powered cars. The comprehensive study, which surveyed 23,254 respondents across 18 countries, revealed that…
Tesla Model 3 Performance Claims Top Spot as ‘Most American-Made’ Car with 87.5% Local Parts
December 16, 2024 – Tesla has defeated traditional American automotive giants Ford and General Motors to emerge as the champion of “Most American-Made” cars. According to the latest rankings released by the Kogod School of Business at American University, Tesla’s performance on the “Made in America” index is far ahead of its competitors. The Kogod…
Toyota to Showcase Pure Electric SUV Urban Cruiser at 2025 Brussels Auto Show
December 13, 2024 – Toyota has unveiled its new compact pure electric SUV, the Urban Cruiser, which is slated to make its debut at the Brussels Auto Show in January 2025. This model, primarily developed for the European market, promises to deliver a unique driving experience. Built on a new dedicated electric vehicle platform, the…
Tesla’s Robotaxi Service to Feature Safety Operators and Proprietary App
December 11, 2024 – According to a report released by Deutsche Bank following a meeting with Tesla’s Investor Relations head, Travis Axelrod, the electric vehicle giant is gearing up to launch its autonomous taxi service using its own fleet of cars. The report, which was published last Friday, reveals that Tesla intends to roll out…
Tesla’s Distinctive Design Renders Logos Obsolete: Musk Explains Why Cybertruck Stands Alone
December 10, 2024 – Tesla CEO Elon Musk today shed light on why the company’s Cybercab and Cybertruck deviate from the traditional “T” logo that has become synonymous with the brand’s other four flagship models. The Cybertruck marks the first Tesla vehicle to forgo the iconic “T” emblem on its hood, yet its manufacturer remains…
BYD Claims Top Spot in Global NEV Sales, Outselling Tesla by 4 Times
December 9, 2024 – The global sales rankings for new energy vehicle (NEV) brands in October 2024 have been released by CleanTechnica, with Chinese brands dominating the top 20 list. In this month’s rankings, Chinese brands stood out particularly, occupying thirteen of the top twenty spots. German brands, including Volkswagen, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz, secured three…
Thai Electric Car Market Faces Challenges: Manufacturers Mull Over Dropping Government Subsidies
December 8, 2024 – According to a report in the Bangkok Post today, the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) has revealed that due to the continued downturn in the automotive industry, many electric vehicle manufacturers are considering withdrawing from the government’s electric vehicle incentive program and adjusting their production plans accordingly. Companies participating in…
Tesla’s Cybercab Reveals Major Design Innovation: 60% Fewer Structural Components Than Model Y
December 6, 2024 – According to electric vehicle analyst Sawyer Merritt, quoting Tesla’s chief engineer EricE, the overall design of Tesla’s upcoming driverless taxi, the Cybercab, has undergone significant optimization. It is reported that the Cybercab boasts a remarkable reduction in component count, with approximately 50% fewer parts compared to the Model 3 and a…
Feintool to Shut Down German Plant, Lay Off 200 Amid EV Demand Slump
December 4, 2024 – Feintool, a prominent Swiss automotive component supplier, announced on Tuesday local time that it will shut down one of its factories in Germany and lay off up to 200 employees. The decision comes as a result of sluggish demand for electric vehicles and uncertainties surrounding the transition to renewable energy. According…
Tesla Highlights FSD Performance with Real-Car Demonstration Clips
December 2, 2024 – Tesla appears to be ramping up its promotion for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, evident in the recent addition of a dedicated section on its U.S. vehicle order page showcasing FSD videos in real-world driving situations. Previously, Tesla’s order page only featured a list of FSD capabilities and graphical representations of…