Briefly | 30 June 2023
Jun 30, 2023, 11:00 AM
➤ Polestar Joins Tesla's NACS for North American Charging Access
➤ Volkswagen in Talks with Tesla over NACS Adoption
➤ Electrify America to Incorporate Tesla NACS Chargers by 2025
➤ Blink Charging Embraces NACS Standard for Charging Solutions
➤ J.D. Power Study: Tesla Chargers Top Competitors in Reliability
➤ Chevrolet Announces 2024 Silverado EV Base Trim Starting at $50,000
➤ Germany to Provide €900 Million in Subsidies for EV Charging Systems
➤ LG Expands Michigan Battery Plant to Meet EV Demand
➤ Rumored Refreshed Tesla Model 3 to Feature New CATL M3P LFP Cells
➤ Tesla Examines StoreDot's XFC Extreme Fast Charging Batteries
➤ Suzuki EVX Electric Car Spotted in Europe
➤ Aston Martin and Geely Collaborate on Affordable Electric Cars
➤ New EU Legislation to Enhance EV Battery Environmental Impact
➤ Toyota Drops in Brand Loyalty Rankings as Customers Choose Tesla
➤ UK to Gain First Lithium Mine in Cornwall to Support Electric Car Industry
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Polestar has announced that it will adopt Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS), joining other automakers like Ford, General Motors, Rivian Automotive, and Volvo Cars. This agreement will give Polestar drivers in the United States and Canada access to Tesla's Supercharger network.
Volkswagen is currently in discussions with Tesla about potentially adopting Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS). Volkswagen's EV charging network unit, Electrify America, has already established over 850 charging stations in the US and Canada.
Electrify America, the second-largest electric vehicle fast-charging network in the US, plans to add Tesla's connector to its charging stations, aiming to adopt Tesla's plug as the industry standard. By 2025, Electrify America aims to incorporate Tesla's connector into both existing and future chargers.
Blink Charging, a provider of electric vehicle charging solutions, has announced plans to integrate the North America Charging Standard (NACS) by Tesla into its entire product range. The company aims to make all its charging products NACS compatible by October 2023.
According to a study by J.D. Power, Tesla's chargers are more reliable than those of its competitors. Tesla vehicle owners reported the highest satisfaction with public charging, scoring 734 on a 1,000-point scale.
Chevrolet has announced that the base trim of the 2024 Silverado EV will start at $50,000. However, the actual MSRP is subject to change, and there will be different price ranges available to cater to buyers' needs.
Germany is planning to allocate up to 900 million euros in subsidies for the expansion of electric vehicle charging stations for households and companies. The country aims to have one million charging points by 2030.
South Korean battery supplier LG Chem is expanding its main plant in Holland, Michigan to increase its production output of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) from 5 gigawatt hours to 25 gigawatt hours.
Tesla's upcoming refreshed Model 3 is rumored to feature CATL's new M3P LFP cells, which are expected to increase the vehicle's range. CATL has become one of Tesla's main battery manufacturers.
Tesla is reportedly examining StoreDot's XFC Extreme Fast Charging battery technology. StoreDot is an Israeli startup known for producing EV batteries capable of rapid charging.
Suzuki's first electric vehicle for global markets has been spotted in images ahead of its planned launch in 2025. The production car closely resembles the EVX concept unveiled earlier in India.
Aston Martin is making changes to its supplier network as it prepares to develop its electric car platform. It has decided to source parts from its shareholder, Geely, in an effort to cut costs and expedite the arrival of its electric vehicles.
The EU parliament has approved new legislation aimed at making electric vehicle (EV) batteries more environmentally friendly and efficient. The regulations will impact the design, production, and waste management of all batteries sold in the EU.
Toyota has fallen in brand loyalty rankings in the United States, dropping to seventh place in a study by S&P Global Mobility. This demotion was partly due to customers defecting to Tesla.
The UK is set to gain its first lithium mine in Cornwall through a joint venture between British startup British Lithium and French mining company Imerys. The mine aims to produce enough lithium for 500,000 electric cars per year by the end of the decade.
Domino's Pizza is set to have the largest electric pizza delivery fleet in the US, with over 1,100 custom-branded Chevy Bolt electric vehicles planned for use by the end of the year. The electric vehicles provide various benefits including longer battery life, zero emissions, advanced safety features, and lower maintenance costs.