April 2022

Tesla trademarks a fan’s idea for a Cybertruck-inspired backpack

Tesla has trademarked the “CYBERBACKPACK,” according to United States Patent Office filings, perhaps indicating the electric automaker has purchased the rights to a fan’s idea for a backpack inspired by the company’s electric pickup. Tesla filed an application for a trademark on April 5, USPTO filings suggest, for a CYBERBACKPACK. The filing falls under several […]

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 wins Triple Crown of awards, including World Car of the Year, at NYIAS

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 all-electric crossover has claimed three new awards, including World Car of the Year, at the New York International Auto Show. Recognized by a jury of 102 automotive journalists representing 33 different countries, the IONIQ 5 was recognized as World Car of the Year, World Electric Vehicle of the Year, and World

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Ford teases F-150 Lightning launch event for April 26

Ford is teasing a launch event for its next electric vehicle, the F-150 Lightning, on April 26 as the all-electric pickup heads closer to initial deliveries. Ford CEO Jim Farley, fresh off his recognition as Newsweek’s Greatest Auto Disruptors Executive of the Year, announced today the F-150 Lightning would have a dedicated launch event on

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Tesla nickel partner Talon Metals expands exploration at Tamarack mine

Tesla nickel partner Talon Metals announced on Wednesday it has purchased three additional drill rigs to accelerate battery mineral exploration at its Tamarack nickel-copper-cobalt project mine in Central Minnesota. Talon said the new drills will be deployed to expand the company’s “exploration of the Tamarack Intrusive Complex for additional high-grade nickel, copper, and cobalt.” “The

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The Hummer EV’s aggressive ad campaign is working very well, claims GMC

General Motors has been heavily promoting the GMC Hummer EV since its debut in October 2020, and according to the veteran automaker, its efforts have been paying off. This became quite evident when a steady stream of new ads about the vehicle during key events effectively made March the best month for reservations for the

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Tesla pushes off-peak charging hours in California back to 9 PM

Tesla has officially pushed its off-peak charging hours in California back two hours to 9 PM, giving those who wish to avoid higher kilowatt-hour charging rates a slightly later timeframe to abide by. Off-peak charging rates allow Tesla owners to charge their vehicles for a reduced rate per kWh. The amount of stress put on

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Swiss transport firm deploys all-electric car transporter

The Swiss firm Galliker Transport is now delivering new cars using an all-electric car transporter. The massive electric semi-truck was jointly developed by Futuricum, a division of Swiss e-mobility specialist Designwerk Group, and the German body manufacturer Kässbohrer. The Futuricum 26E transporter has a total power output of 680 hp and a range of 450

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