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Some Owners Report Their Brand New Cybertrucks Are Rusting

Some Owners Report Their Brand New Cybertrucks Are Rusting

When Tesla delivered its first Cybertruck during a livestreamed event last November, CEO Elon Musk made a point of talking about just how tough and “literally bulletproof” the electric pickup is, even showing a video of it being raked by gunfire. Rust, however, may be Cybertruck’s Achilles Heel. Reports by some members on Cybertruck owner forums indicate the panels on their trucks have begun showing corrosion. The extent of the problem is uncertain, as is the cause. But, if it proves to be more than a rare fluke it could cause serious problems for Tesla, as Headlight.News reports.

Chevrolet Announces Range, Delivery Dates for Equinox EV – But Pricing Misses Original $30,000 Target

Chevrolet Announces Range, Delivery Dates for Equinox EV – But Pricing Misses Original $30,000 Target

Chevrolet is rapidly ramping up its battery-electric vehicle lineup, with a mix of products soon to include the Chevy Equinox EV. With deliveries slated to begin “in coming months,” the bowtie brand has released range and other information about the all-electric compact crossover. But the Equinox EV won’t be as affordable as had originally been signaled. Get the details at Headlight.News.

New Tesla Supercharger Rival Ionna Opens Up; Backed By Seven Major Automakers

New Tesla Supercharger Rival Ionna Opens Up; Backed By Seven Major Automakers

A group of seven major automakers officially launched Ionna — aimed at becoming an EV charging network to rival the Tesla Supercharging system — and, in the process, give motorists more confidence they’ll be able to charge up their battery-electric vehicles wherever they travel.

As EV Sales Growth Slows, Automakers Accelerate Hybrid, Plug-In Plans

As EV Sales Growth Slows, Automakers Accelerate Hybrid, Plug-In Plans

Volkswagen “remains committed” to its aggressive EV program, the automaker’s U.S. chief executive said. But, as sales growth slows, the German auto giant is also considering adding hybrids and plug-in hybrids to its American fleet. And it’s not alone. Other manufacturers who’ve made major commitments to EVs, such as Kia, are also turning to hybrids to help them meet emissions targets because of consumer resistance to all-electric vehicles.

Ford CEO Farley Reveals “Skunkworks” Program Developing Low-Cost EV

Ford CEO Farley Reveals “Skunkworks” Program Developing Low-Cost EV

With EV sales growth flattening out, automakers are struggling to find ways to charge them back up. A critical step will require the launch of new, affordable models like the Model 2 Tesla reportedly is developing. During an earnings call, Ford CEO Jim Farley said he’s not planning to cede the market to his rival, revealing that the second-largest Detroit automaker has a “skunkworks” project underway to develop new EVs that could match, perhaps even undercut what Tesla is working on.

Money, Drugs, Elon Musk and the Tesla Board of Directors

Money, Drugs, Elon Musk and the Tesla Board of Directors

Elon Musk created a fair share of controversy several years ago when he appeared to smoke a joint during an appearance with podcaster Joe Rogan. A new report is kicking up even more dust, the Wall Street Journal alleging money and drugs have improperly tied the Tesla CEO to the same board of directors that previously approved a $55 billion pay package for Musk.

Court Rejects Musk’s “Unfathomable” $55.8 Billion Tesla Pay Package

Court Rejects Musk’s “Unfathomable” $55.8 Billion Tesla Pay Package

Calling the deal “unfathomable,” a Delaware court has blocked the $565 billion pay plan awarded Tesla CEO Elon Musk in 2018. The move could spell trouble for Musk’s current demand for 25% control of the EV maker while also raising concerns about his floundering social media site, X, which relied on loans backed by Tesla stock. More from Headlight.News.

Rivian Poaches Top Apple Exec, Other Talent, Despite Ongoing Problems

Rivian Poaches Top Apple Exec, Other Talent, Despite Ongoing Problems

The New Year got off to a rough start for Rivian, the start-up slammed by investors nervous about slowing growth in EV sales. But the market is taking notice of the news that Rivian has poached DJ Novotny, the vice president of hardware engineering away from Apple. The move comes as the tech giant reportedly again delayed – by as much as four years – its secretive Apple Car program. More from Headlight.News.

Latest Recall Adds to Tesla’s Very, Very, Very Bad Week

Latest Recall Adds to Tesla’s Very, Very, Very Bad Week

Tesla will recall 200,000 EVs to address a problem with their backup camera. The latest in a series of recalls comes as the automaker faces some serious challenges, including a slowdown in sales and earnings that led to a major sell-off of stock this week, wiping out $80 billion in shareholder value. Headlight.News has more.