EV/AV Report: Automakers reportedly resist electric vehicle transition; while NHTSA opens investigation into Waymo’s self-driving vehicles
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, a study from InfluenceMap notes that 15 automakers, except Tesla, have actively advocated against at least one policy promoting electric vehicles (EVs); meanwhile the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation against Waymo’s self-driving vehicles. An electric resistance A New InfluenceMap […]
Frunks and Fingers: Tesla deploys software update to change frunk closure amid concerns it could remove fingers
Toronto, Ontario — Tesla deployed a software update last week to change how its Cybertruck EV’s frunk closes amid concerns and viral videos suggesting it could remove a person’s finger. Several videos made their rounds on the internet recent months, wherein users would demonstrate objects like hot dogs, carrots or even replicated human hands to […]
Removed from the Rock: Tesla ending mobile service in Newfoundland and Labrador
St. Johns, Newfoundland and Labrador — Tesla has announced that it will no longer be offering its mobile service in Newfoundland and Labrador. Drive Tesla noted that Tesla owners in the province used to be able to rely on a mobile ranger who visited the island every two weeks to perform service work, both in-warranty […]
Gigacasting Glitches: Tesla abandons one-piece gigacasting efforts
Toronto, Ontario — Tesla has reportedly stepped away from one-piece gigacasting technology, according to Reuters. Instead, the automaker will continue with the previously used three-piece method. Last year, Reuters exclusively reported Tesla’s development of the small-vehicle platform manufacturing model, but the automaker recently announced that it will be halting its efforts. Instead of aiming to […]
Watch Your Fingers: Tesla’s Cybertruck could cut off fingers, recent social media video shows
Toronto, Ontario — A recent video posted to the social media platform TikTok by Tyler Blanchard shows that drivers, if not careful, could have their fingers more than just jammed by the Cybertruck’s frunk. In the video, Blanchard uses an anatomically correct model hand with realistic bone filling to answer the question of whether or […]
Tuesday Ticker: Electric automakers face multi-tiered challenges
Toronto, Ontario — It’s all about electric vehicles in this weekly Tuesday Ticker, as Tesla reports significant decreases in deliveries and Rivian hits an all-time trading low. Meanwhile, California-based Lucid Motors faces a similarly glum situation. Tesla deliveries dwindle For the first time in nearly four years, Tesla has reported a decline in quarterly deliveries. […]
Tuesday Ticker: Robotaxi beckons; Toyota takes over Daihatsu operations
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Tesla teases a “robotaxi” rollout, while Toyota claims the reins for its subsidiary’s operations outside Japan. Meanwhile, Unifor lets Ford know how it feels about its decision to delay EV production by two years. Robotaxi rollout Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced that the company’s long-awaited autonomous […]
EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles leave the drag behind; while autonomous vehicles prepare for delivery
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Youtube channel i1Tesla puts the Cybertruck’s aerodynamics to the test; while Ford announces electric vehicle (EV) production delays and Hyundai and Kia reveal Dal-e the delivery robot. An aerodynamic assessment Tesla and Ceo Elon Musk previously claimed that the Cybertruck has a 0.34 drag […]
EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles get worn down; while Tesla offers free FSD trials
Toronto, Ontario — Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, a J.D. Power survey reveals that electric vehicle (EV) drivers are uninformed about the reality of tire wear; while Tesla offers Full Self Driving (FSD) features to United States consumers in a free trial. Expectations wearing thin According to a J.D. […]
Idolizing Independent: Consumer Reports survey shows customers prefer independent shops vs. dealerships for repairs
Toronto, Ontario — A new Consumer Reports survey reveals that customers prefer independent shops over dealerships for automotive repairs. The survey–based on 10,973 responses from Consumer Reports members on 11,670 repairs at 36 auto repair chains, independent shops and dealerships–further revealed that Hyundai, Jeep and Kia scored lowest for overall customer satisfaction. The survey asked […]
