Tech undefinedMore from Tech undefinedNewsEV/AV Report: Alberta introduces EV registration fees; while a Waymo robotaxi collides with a delivery robotToronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, the province of Alberta has officially passed legislation that will require–once officially signed into law–a registration fee for electric vehicle (EV) drivers; while a recent video circulating social media shows a Waymo robotaxi colliding with a delivery robot in a robot-on-robot mix-up. Provincial price-ups […]January 3, 2025NewsElectric Learning: Camosun College receives ‘EVan’ for electric vehicle repair learning opportunityVictoria, British Columbia — Camosun College has announced that it plans to help drive electric vehicle repair education through hands-on learning experiences using the ‘EVan.’ Notably, using the ‘EVan’–which is specifically a new BrightDrop Zero 400–students in trades programs such as automotive repair will have the opportunity to learn about repairing vehicles with high-voltage systems. In […]December 20, 2024NewsEV/AV Report: Vinfast brings 10-year warranty to Canadian EV buyers; while President-elect Donald Trump ponders scrapping car-crash reporting rulesToronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, electric vehicle manufacturer Vinfast has announced that it will be bringing a 10-year warranty for Canadian drivers; while President-elect Donald Trump reportedly debates scrapping car-crash reporting rules. Welcoming warranties Vinfast has announced that in order to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Canada, it […]December 20, 2024NewsWelding Wellness: Volvo releases position statement on how to safely weld an electric vehicleToronto, Ontario — Volvo has released a position statement that updates technicians on the necessary precautions to take when welding the brand’s electric vehicles. Specifically, the position statement outlines when to disconnect the 12V and high-voltage batteries and when high-voltage components require removal. As noted in the report, safety precautions that should be taken include […]December 19, 2024NewsEV/AV Report: Tesla Cybertruck owner racks up 50,000 miles; while Switzerland announces the regulation of autonomous drivingToronto, Ontario—In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, a Tesla Cybertruck with a little over 50,000 miles registered is supposedly the highest-mileage version of the vehicle in the world. Meanwhile, the government of Switzerland has announced that it is regulating the use of autonomous driving within the country. Mastering mileage A YouTube video by TesLatino highlights […]December 17, 2024NewsLongevity Learning: Electric vehicles may last up to 40 percent longer than expected, says new SLAC studyToronto, Ontario — As noted in a recent study from scientists working in the SLAC-Standford Battery Center, electric vehicles subject to normal use may actually last a third longer than initially predicted. In a joint project between Stanford University’s Precourt Institute for Energy and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, the study aimed to demonstrate that owners […]December 13, 2024NewsEV/AV Report: DartSolar invents expanding solar roof for electric vehicles; while General Motors announces plans to defund Cruise ‘robotaxi’ projectToronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, DartSolar highlights an expanding solar roof technology intended to help charge electric vehicles; while General Motors announces plans to defund Cruise ‘robotaxi’ project. Electric expansions DartSolar has announced that it has invented an expanding solar roof rack intended to allow electric vehicles to gain […]December 13, 2024NewsCharged Coaching: Federal government to invest in VR training for 400 EV sector workers in Windsor areaWindsor, Ontario — The Canadian federal government, in partnership with Upskill Canada, has announced that it will be covering the cost to train approximately 400 people for Windsor’s electric vehicle (EV) battery plant. Specifically referred to as the “Battery Boost” program, the initiative is set to run from February 2025 to March 2026. The program […]December 11, 2024NewsEV/AV Report: Electric vehicles gain in reliability according to new Consumer Reports; Waymo announces Miami expansion beginning in 2026Toronto, Ontario — In this electronic and autonomous vehicle report, Consumer Reports’ annual vehicle reliability survey has found that new electric vehicles have fewer problems than in the past; while Waymo announces expansion into Miami, Florida beginning in 2026. Reliable ratings Consumer Reports’ annual vehicle reliability survey has found that new electric vehicles have fewer […]December 6, 2024NewsRear Frame Restorations: Tesla Cybertruck’s frame snaps after hitting pothole; costs owner $34,000 in repairsToronto, Ontario — A Tesla Cybertruck owner recently shared on social media that despite his truck’s rear subframe being shattered from a pothole and costing $34,000 to fix, they still believe that the vehicle is “the most amazing truck ever.” Notably, the owner originally shared on Facebook and Reddit that after four months to repair, […]December 6, 2024Previous PagePage 2 of 38Next Page
