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Tesla has updated its Canadian online configurator for the Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive with specifications matching the version assembled at its Fremont, California factory. The revised 584-kilometer range and quicker acceleration indicate the automaker is shifting Canadian supply away from its Shanghai facility. The pivot follows steep Canadian tariffs on Chinese-built electric vehicles that had halted orders for the imported sedan.
The electric Mercedes-Benz CLA steps into the entry-luxury EV segment with a compelling blend of premium cabin appointments, sleek aerodynamics, and next-generation MMA architecture. Early driving impressions highlight its blend of brisk performance, competitive range, and speedy DC fast charging. For drivers seeking an elevated alternative to the ubiquitous Tesla Model 3, the electric CLA looks poised to deliver a genuine luxury upgrade.
The Boring Company is demonstrating electric freight transport by using stripped-down Tesla Model 3 platforms to shuttle standard shipping containers through its transit tunnels. Footage shared by the company shows full-size intermodal cargo fitting with tight tolerances aboard the custom motorized EV sleds. The test highlights potential plans to broaden the underground transit network beyond passenger shuttles into subterranean logistics.
The anticipated 2027 Chevrolet Bolt is poised to offer hands-free driving capabilities, such as Super Cruise, at a significantly lower price point than Tesla's Model 3 equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD). This strategy could position the new Bolt as a more affordable option for advanced driver-assistance features in the budget EV segment. The move intensifies competition in the accessible EV market, especially for features traditionally seen in premium vehicles.
The United Kingdom experienced an unprecedented boom in EV sales last month, with battery-electric vehicle registrations climbing 36% year-over-year to nearly 100,000 units. This surge gave EVs a significant 28.3% market share, despite industry groups paradoxically claiming the country's EV targets are too ambitious. Tesla's Model 3 notably led the charge as the top-selling EV.
BYD has launched the first sedan in its new Fang Cheng Bao 'Formula S' series in China, aiming squarely at the Tesla Model 3. With a starting price below $29,000, this new electric vehicle significantly undercuts its American competitor in the Chinese market.
Chinese EV giant BYD has launched its new Qin Max electric sedan, positioning it as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model 3 but at a significantly lower price point. This new offering aims to capture a larger share of the electric vehicle market in China, emphasizing affordability without compromising on size or essential features.
Battery-electric vehicle sales experienced significant growth across Europe in June, increasing by 52% compared to the previous year. Tesla's Model Y and Model 3 were top performers, leading the charge in this expanding market. The strong performance highlights a continued upward trend for EV adoption in the region.
A recent analysis of multiple Tesla Model 3 battery variants after 62,000 miles reveals that models equipped with CATL's LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery packs experienced the least degradation. This study offers valuable insights into the long-term performance and durability of different battery chemistries used in popular EVs.
