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The Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class mixes big range and big style
This is the Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class. It inherits a lot of learnings from the extremely slippery Vision EQXX, but brings it to a car that’s a lot more ready for production. Also a lot more affordable. The current CLA is one of the most affordable Mercedes-Benz cars you can buy in the U.S., and with any luck this future one won’t break the bank, either.
The Lotus Emeya brings electric supercar performance for four
While the Eletre SUV was something of a first big departure for the company, the Emeya is a quick second-act. The Emeya is a four-door sedan with a swoopy, coupe-like profile, comfortably seating four and, Lotus says, offering somewhere around 300 miles of range from a 102kWh battery pack.
Tesla is installing 20,000 chargers across Hilton properties in North America
The companies have announced that starting in 2024, they will install 20,000 Tesla Universal Wall Connectors at 2,000 Hilton properties across the US, Canada and Mexico.
BMW's terrible heated seats subscription didn't even make it to a second winter
BMW is one of several automakers that have been nickel and diming customers, including with a monthly subscription for heated seats in certain models and territories. The company has dropped that controversial practice to focus on paid software services — it doesn't plan to charge drivers extra to use hardware features that are already in their cars anymore.
Honda will use Tesla’s EV charging standard in North America
Honda announced today that it’s switching to Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for upcoming EVs sold on the continent. Honda models that go on sale in 2025 and later will use NACS instead of the Combined Charging System (CCS).
Ford is building a rally version of the Mach-E
Ford has announced that it's building the Mustang Mach-E Rally, an off-road version of the Mach-E with extra power, a raised suspension and more.
United Airlines grounded flights for an hour after a bad software update
United Airlines briefly grounded all flights in the US due to a "computer issue." The cause of the problem is not yet clear.
Mercedes-Benz concept EV offers rapid charging and Tesla-beating range
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its "close-to-production" Concept CLA Class EV, boasting of very long range and rapid charging via the 800-volt architecture.
Tesla's redesigned Model 3 comes with a new interior and more range
Tesla's redesigned Model 3 has finally gone on sale in China, Europe and elsewhere after leaking out here and there over the last year.
NYC’s transit agency disables feature that made it possible to track subway riders
New York City’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced today that it’s disabling the “feature” on its website that made it possible to track people’s movements by entering their credit card info. The MTA says it’s turning off the seven-day history feature for OMNY as part of its commitment to privacy.
Tesla reportedly faces investigation over its mysterious glass house project
At least two government agencies are looking into Tesla's secret glass house project dubbed "Project 42," according to The Wall Street Journal.
Wing and Walmart will offer six-mile drone deliveries over Dallas
Wing, Alphabet’s aviation subsidiary, is partnering with Walmart to kick off drone deliveries from the retail chain in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metro area. The flights will begin taking off “in the coming weeks” from a Walmart Supercenter in Frisco, TX, and the companies plan to expand to a second DFW location before the end of the year. The companies say the coverage area from both stores will cover 60,000 homes.
Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum Black first look: A menacing new trim for Ford’s flagship EV truck
Coming in early 2024, the F-150 Platinum Black edition will but the new top trim for Ford's electric truck. However, with a production run capped at 2,000 vehicles it's going to be very exclusive.
Hard sail test hits the high seas, aiming to reduce cargo ship emissions by 30 percent
A cargo ship equipped with rigid sails, each the height of a 10-story building, has departed on its inaugural journey. The Pyxis Ocean vessel will test WindWings sails, designed to harness old-school air power to help reduce fuel usage — and the shipping industry’s CO2 emissions. The sail’s creators estimate the technology could decarbonize cargo ships by about 30 percent as the maritime sector tries to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. The estimated reduction could be higher if paired with alternative fuels.
Tesla's iPhone app can now control your car through Siri
Tesla has upgraded its iPhone app with shortcut support — you can control some car features with Siri.
Acura's ZDX EV has an estimated 325 miles of range and starts at around $60,000
Honda has finally unveiled the Acura ZDX at Monterey Car Week. It claims the EV will have a range of up to 325 miles on a single charge for a starting price of around $60,000.
Fisker's Alaska EV pickup has absurd big gulp and cowboy hat holders
Fisker has revealed more details about the Alaska electric pickup including battery sizes, acceleration, projected range and more.
Lamborghini teases a fully electric supercar ahead of its August 18th reveal
Only a few months after pulling back the curtain on its Revuelto plug-in hybrid, Lamborghini is just about ready to debut its first fully electric supercar. Lamborghini will show off the concept on August 18th during Monterey Car Week.
Tesla begins selling cheaper Model S and Model X variants with shorter ranges
Tesla has quietly launched new Model S and Model X vehicles that are slightly more affordable than their base and Plaid counterparts.
Waymo and Cruise get approval to offer 24/7 paid robotaxi rides in San Francisco
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has voted 3 to 1 in favor of allowing the companies to expand their driverless services.

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