Tag: featured
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Ford reports strong Q2 and raises 2021 outlook, 120k F-150 Lightning reservations
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) reported a better-than-expected second quarter on Wednesday, recording positive earnings per share but slightly missing Wall Street’s consensus for automotive revenue. However, the company raised its Full-Year 2021 expectations following the profitable quarter, indicating that it is selling more expensive vehicles more often. Additionally, Ford updated shareholders on the progress…
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Tesla’s aluminum alloys patent hints at ultra-tough EVs that are cheaper to produce
It is widely known that Tesla constantly innovates, from the software of its cars to the chemistry of the batteries that power them. And if a newly published patent application is any indication, it appears that Tesla’s innovations actually go all the way down to the metals used to build its cars. By using aluminum…
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Tesla Model S Long Range delivery estimates slip to early 2022
Those who wish to order Tesla’s most bang-for-the-buck car will likely be facing quite a bit of wait, with estimated delivery times for the new Model S Long Range being moved to February-March 2022. This is a significant change from the vehicle’s previous delivery estimate, which was listed at September-October 2021. It was not just…
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Huawei exec who called Tesla “killing” machines fired after China legal team’s complaint
If there is one thing that is evident with Tesla China, it is the fact that its legal team does not hold back. Whether it is a media outlet or a social media influencer, anyone or anything that spreads inaccuracies and false information about Tesla would be called out. This became a hard lesson for…
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Tesla solar and battery storage deployments tripled year-over-year in Q2 2021
Tesla’s second-quarter results may be headlined by its $1.1 billion of GAAP net income, but its energy division achieved some incredible milestones as well. In Q2 2021, energy storage and solar deployments tripled year-over-year, hinting at strong demand for products like the Powerwall and the Solar Roof. Tesla noted in its Q2 2021 Update Letter…
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This Week in Concerts – William Black, Tedeschi Trucks Band, DJ Snake and More
This week in concerts, William Black performs at The Bluebird Theater. Tedeschi Trucks makes a two-night pitstop at Red Rocks Amphitheater and, “viberations,” flow at The Black Box. Feeling left out when your friends go to shows on the weekend while you work? Then take a look at venues like Herb’s Hideout, Hi-Dive and Your…
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Tesla will produce Model Y in 2021 at Giga Texas and Berlin
Tesla has confirmed that it still is on track to manufacture the Model Y crossover at both the Giga Texas and Giga Berlin plants in 2021 as construction at both facilities continues. Additionally, the news confirmed that the Cybertruck is taking a backseat to the Model Y, ending speculation of what vehicle Tesla would manufacture…
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Tesla Model Y taxi fleet from Revel set for NYC launch after regulatory mix up
Revel, a New York City-based ridesharing company, will launch its fleet of Tesla Model Y taxis in the Big Apple in early August after a mix-up with NYC’s regulatory agency, the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC). The approval and soon-to-be-launched fleet of Model Y taxis will hit New York City streets on August 2nd, according…
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Lucid Motors and Churchill Capital IV combine, will become ‘Lucid Group, Inc’
Lucid Motors and Churchill Capital Corp IV have announced that they have combined after an overwhelming vote by shareholders that supported the merger between the two companies. The two companies will now be renamed, becoming “Lucid Group, Inc.” “Churchill Capital Corp IV (NYSE: CCIV), a publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company, announced that in a special…
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Tesla Model S Plaid and Long Range deliveries are temporarily on hold: report
While deliveries of the Tesla Model S Plaid and Model S Long Range have been ongoing since last month, reports from reservation holders suggest that the company has temporarily halted the deliveries of its refreshed flagship sedan. The reasons behind the pause remain unknown for now, though messages reportedly sent to Model S customers point…