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Amazing drone footage captures Tesla’s latest self-driving software

Amazing drone footage captures Tesla’s latest self-driving software

Latest release of Tesla FSD beta software in motion recorded in captivating footage by a drone.
Hyundai New Zealand recalls 700 Kona electrics, Australia may be next

Hyundai New Zealand recalls 700 Kona electrics, Australia may be next

Hyundai has recalled some 700 South Korean-built 64kWh Kona electric vehicles, and Australia may be next.
Fisker to reveal all-electric Ocean SUV at 2021 LA Auto Show

Fisker to reveal all-electric Ocean SUV at 2021 LA Auto Show

US EV start-up Fisker announces production version of all-electric Fisker Ocean SUV will debut at Los Angeles Auto Show, set to be held in May 2021. 
Jacinda Ardern to get all-electric Audi e-tron to replace diesel fleet car

Jacinda Ardern to get all-electric Audi e-tron to replace diesel fleet car

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern – and toddler Neve – will soon be riding in clean and green ministerial Audi-e-tron, replacing the government’s standard diesel BMW 7 series vehicles.
Tesla Model 3 takes out Targa West rally, beating fossil fuel rivals by huge margin

Tesla Model 3 takes out Targa West rally, beating fossil fuel rivals by huge margin

Tesla Model 3 takes first position in 130 class of Targa West rally, almost 10 minutes ahead of a lineup of fossil-fuelled competitors.
Elon Musk says no Tesla FSD price rise yet, as regulators watch closely

Elon Musk says no Tesla FSD price rise yet, as regulators watch closely

Tesla will not yet raise price of FSD package outside US, as regulators watch autonomous beta testing closely.
Researchers develop lightweight battery pack for electric vehicles

Researchers develop lightweight battery pack for electric vehicles

Scientists at Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute have developed a lightweight battery pack to reduce the overall weight of e-car batteries.
Fiat adds 500 Electric 3+1 with extra door to its EV line-up

Fiat adds 500 Electric 3+1 with extra door to its EV line-up

Iconic Italian car maker previews new version of its tiny 500 Electric city car with extra door for easier access.