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Summary Electric vehicles are currently advancing rapidly, with new technologies hitting the market Factorial, Quantumscape, and Group14 are developing groundbreaking battery technologies with partnerships with major automakers Solid-state batteries are an emerging technology that aims to improve energy density, cost, and weight of batteries High-silicon anodes in conventional lithium-ion batteries…
Summary Used electric-vehicle prices are dropping significantly, with some models experiencing a 25% price drop year-over-year This drop in prices is attributed to factors such as depreciation and lack of countermeasures to combat the decline Tesla is a major contributor to the decline in values due to price cuts on…
Summary Elon Musk mentioned the need for federal approval for autonomous vehicles during Tesla’s Q3 earnings call There is currently a patchwork of state regulations governing autonomous car testing and deployment in the US Musk expressed interest in creating a federal Department of Government Efficiency to handle the approval process…
Summary Used Nissan Ariyas are available for more than half off MSRP, with some priced under $30,000 and even under $25,000 The Ariya is a depreciation monster, with some models losing over 50% of their value in just one year The Ariya has various trims and configurations, offering good charging…
Summary 2021 Tesla Model S offers numerous amenities, EPA-rated range of up to 402 miles, and dual motor setup pushing 670 horses Used Tesla Model S now becoming more affordable, with prices starting in the low to mid-$40,000 range Model S depreciated 52.7% in value over three years, making it…
Summary Electric vehicles are often criticized for being expensive, but there are several affordable options available under $40,000 Many manufacturers offer underpowered base models with smaller battery packs to keep the starting price under $40,000 Several EVs are potentially eligible for the full $7,500 federal tax credit, which can lower…
Summary EV sales are growing beyond early adopters, reaching first-time EV buyers First-time EV buyers look for range, practicality, value, premium features, and coolness Certain EVs offer qualities that make transitioning to electric power less intimidating for new buyers Options like the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Chevrolet Equinox EV, Cadillac Lyriq,…
Summary We, Robot event by Tesla in 2024 had few specifics but many promises for the future The event showcased the Cybercab and Robovan, with a move towards inductive charging Concerns were raised about the lack of technical safety details and clarity on autonomous driving plans The event was seen…
Summary Electric vehicles are often seen as too expensive, but costs have declined with battery technology and shared platforms Americans spend a lot on new cars, with the average price being around $48,000 Starting MSRP for EVs can be deceiving due to tax credits and incentives that can lower the…
Summary After a difficult period in the 1990s, the EV industry saw a resurgence with Tesla Motors, founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard, Marc Tarpenning, and Elon Musk. Tesla’s Roadster, launched in 2008, showcased an EPA range of 244 miles, thanks to its cutting-edge lithium-ion battery technology. Following Tesla’s success,…
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