As Tesla Stock Plummets, Toyota Chairman Says He Was Right on EVs
Akio Toyoda says that “people are waking up to reality”
EV Tax Credit Bill Faces Opposition from Tesla, Toyota, and Republicans
Pro-EV, pro-union bill accused of favoring Big Three automakers
The most contentious part of the bill is the additional $4,500 credit that would be offered exclusively for EVs built with unionized labor
Ford Mustang Mach-E Beats Tesla Model Y in a Head-to-Head
Ford and Tesla are just kicking off their battle for the heart and soul of the EV market. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E is out in the wild, giving stiff competition to Tesla’s Model Y. And in a recent showdown put together by Car and Driver, the Mustang came away with the winning edge. Mustang […]
Toyota and Tesla Could Work Together on New Small SUV
With Toyota’s help, Tesla may just be able to launch the affordable, compact electric car it promised
GM Could Topple Tesla by Doing What It’s Already Doing
GM may be able to topple Tesla in the EV market by doing what it’s already doing.
Toyota President Goes After Tesla With Cooking Analogy
“The kitchen and the chef, they have not created a real business yet or a real world yet, but they’re trying to trade the recipes. And the chef is saying that, ‘Well, our recipe is going to become the standard of the world in the future.’ I think that is the kind of business they have.”
Tesla Model 3: A Car for the People
This article is sponsored by Hurtigruta Carglass. When the news about Tesla wanting to release a so-called ‘people model’ came out, interest rose tremendously. Many consumers weren’t able to afford the more expensive Tesla vehicles, so when a cheaper model was announced, it was well-received. On top of that, you get a lot of bang […]
What Does the Future Hold for Elon Musk’s Tesla?
This article is sponsored by Intelligent Vehicle Finance. With the recent unveiling of the Tesla Cybertruck as well as reports in October that Tesla posted a surprise $143m profit – there’s no indication that Tesla are going to stop on their upward trajectory anytime soon. With the increasingly tense battle with Porsche in the battle […]
Ford Challenges Tesla Cybertruck to a Tug of War
If you’ve been living under a rock for the last week, let’s get up to speed right quick: Tesla revealed its new Cybertruck, its fully electric pickup truck, at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Did anyone glom onto the fact that the Cybertruck is purported to deliver 14,000 pounds of max towing capacity or the […]
Tesla Cybertruck Looks Like the Inside of Elon Musk’s Brain
Yesterday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed his company’s newest vehicle: The Cybertruck. Yes, it sounds like something from an episode of Doctor Who. Yes, it kind of looks like something from an episode of Doctor Who, as well. The Cybertruck is Musk and Tesla’s attempt to compete with the growing American pickup truck market (though […]
Used 2012 Porsche Cayenne and $87k New Tesla Model X Face Off in Drag Race
Thanks to the instant torque provided by its electric motors, the Tesla Model S was famous for its initial acceleration and ability to beat even the quickest supercars in 0-60 mph acceleration tests. But the new Tesla Model X SUV doesn’t seem to have the same advantage over its non-electrified rivals, as recently exemplified in […]
Genesis vs. Tesla? Luxury Brand Plans New Electric Sedan
As Hyundai’s Genesis luxury brand fights to boost its sales and name recognition, it’s also preparing to take on one of the industry’s most iconic companies: Tesla. Speaking with Drive.au last month, Genesis Global Head Manfred Fitzgerald confirmed that the brand is planning to introduce a new electric vehicle platform in 2021. Genesis has been […]
Everything You Need to Know About the Tesla Model 3 New Software Updates
There is a lot of talk about electric cars and their many benefits. Electric cars, without their emissions, are much kinder to the environment, they do not have all of the complex parts associated with their petrol and diesel counterparts, meaning that there is far less to go wrong. This, in turn, saves the consumer […]
Tesla Model S Modified as an All-Electric RV
Author and adventurer Travis Rabenberg, the host of a Twitch TV channel dubbed “Travis Travels,” has unveiled his latest brainchild: the Tesla Roamer motorhome, a Tesla Model S that has been modified as an RV camper. Set to launch at the Michigan Energy Office’s EV Ride & Drive event on April 17, the Roamer will […]
Dogs, Farts, and Romance: Tesla Mode Madness
Tesla has quite the following — and quite the sense of humor. Here’s a look at some of the fun and practical modes that Tesla vehicles have to offer. Dog Mode Intended to keep your four-legged friends safe if they’re ever alone in the car, Dog Mode keeps the cabin at a comfortable temperature while […]
Lessons From Tesla Autopilot Crashes Reveal Weaknesses for Whole Industry
Self-driving vehicle technology has come under some heavy scrutiny following the fatal self-driving Uber crash, but it had already been held in suspicion thanks to some Tesla crashes where the car, with self-driving mode engaged, ran into stationary objects like traffic barriers. However, as more details emerge on the crash, the primary lessons for the […]
Self-Driving Ruling Bill Stalls After Uber, Tesla Crashes
Self-driving cars have been happily puttering along for some time until recently, reassuringly waving off the few collisions that occurred because, after all, they were usually at low speeds and often caused by people rear-ending the meticulously law-following (and therefore granny-driving) self-driving cars. Taking Care: These preventative car maintenance tasks could save you from future […]
The Japanese Electric Car That’s Faster Than Tesla
Last year, it seemed like Tesla was on top of the electric car game. With an acceleration rate of 0-60 miles per hour in 2.5 seconds, there weren’t really any other models that could hold a candle to Tesla. However, that all changed with the introduction of a new model: the Aspark Owl. The Japanese […]