Volkswagen EV Orders Below Target, Cybertruck Details, Tesla Merch (10.13.23)
Oct 13, 2023
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Discussion on Volkswagen's below-target EV orders, Kia's EV concepts and app release, Tesla's production of 4680 batteries, updates on the Cybertruck and Tesla Semi, weight capacity of EVs and performance of the Tesla Semi, updates on Tesla's referral program and Model X arson case, progress of the CATL Shanghai plant, and updates on SpaceX's recent launches and a mission to an asteroid.
Volkswagen's EV orders fell short of their targets in Q3, indicating a potential plateau in EV market growth.
Kia's EV day introduced new concept vehicles, including an EV sedan and compact SUV, potentially competing with Tesla's offerings.
Deep dives
Volkswagen's EV orders miss targets, but overall EV sales show growth
Volkswagen's new orders for electric vehicles (EVs) did not meet their ambitious targets in Q3, citing lower than expected overall market trends. However, they did experience a significant growth in their EV business, with a 41% increase in EV sales year over year, reaching around 210,000 sales. While Europe remains their strongest market, their EV growth in China has been minimal. This update suggests that EV makers like Volkswagen may be reaching a plateau in terms of growth, making it challenging to meet ambitious targets.
Kia introduces concept EVs and plans to release a new app
During Kia's EV day, they unveiled concepts for the Kia EV3 and Kia EV4, featuring an EV sedan and a compact SUV, respectively. Kia also announced their plans to release the Kia app in the first half of 2024, potentially competing with Tesla's app offerings. Further details on release dates for the new concept vehicles were not mentioned, but Kia has a history of quick turnarounds. It will be interesting to see how Kia's offerings compare to Tesla's in terms of features and functionality.
Updates on Tesla's battery production and Cybertruck measurements
A video inside Tesla's Gigafactory revealed the storage facilities for the production of 4680 batteries. While no significant details were discerned from the video, it showcased the extensive storage capacity for the 20 million 4680 cells produced. Additionally, a Cybertruck measurement from a day one reservation holder indicated a width of approximately 78 inches, potentially making it slightly narrower than the F-150. Some updates on the Tesla Semi's performance were also revealed, with 60% of the miles driven during the recent 'run on less' event at full vehicle weight capacity. These updates further emphasize the promising capabilities of Tesla's battery technology and future vehicle offerings.
➤ VW comments on EV orders, targets ➤ Kia EV day ➤ 4680 battery storage video ➤ Cybertruck measurement ➤ Tesla Semi event details ➤ New referral program prize ➤ Update on Tesla fire story ➤ CATL Shanghai factory ➤ New Tesla merchandise ➤ Falcon Heavy launch ➤ Calendar
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