Weekly Roundup #25

February 20, 2023

Five trends that will transform auto in the next five years (Link)
Tesla to open U.S. charging network to rivals in $7.5 billion federal program (Link)
Ford announces $3.5B Michigan LFP battery factory with China’s CATL in 2026 (Link)
Stellantis grows software development network with new hub in Poland (Link)
Ferrari CEO moves fast like Tesla while forging own path on EVs (Link)
Toyota finally admits ‘timing is right’ for an EV-first mindset amid business reshuffle (Link)
Volkswagen teases something electric coming soon (Link)
Renault, Nissan invest $600 million to boost India operations (Link)
VW, BMW battery supplier Northvolt could be valued at $20B in new IPO (Link)
Stellantis and HEVO Partner on Wireless EV Charging (Link)

Ford reportedly issues stop-build for F-150 Lightning due to battery issue (Link)
EU formally bans sale of gas and diesel cars from 2035 (Link)
Ford patents solid-axle hub-motor combo with EV off-roading in mind (Link)
Mercedes-Benz unveils first Maybach PHEV (Link)
EV charging terms you need to know: What are Superchargers, CCS and CHAdeMO? (Link)
The world’s largest EV battery maker will cut costs for Chinese automakers – but not for Tesla (Link)
Nissan LEAF EVs will power evacuation centers in Japan when disaster strikes (Link)
Ford dual-charge-port solution could connect multiple EVs in series (Link)

Tesla Hardware 4 Autopilot Approved In Europe For Model S And Model X (Link)
Tesla recalls 362,758 vehicles over Full Self-Driving software safety concerns (Link)
Tesla’s New Hardware 4.0 Autopilot Computer Leaks: Here’s What We Know So Far (Link)
Tesla Semi and Cybertruck prototypes spotted with lidar sensor (Link)

Fresh off its merger, Ouster-Velodyne make a bet on smart infrastructure (Link)
Mercedes-Benz launches Zero Layer MBUX UI on new models (Link)
Hyundai, Kia to offer software upgrade to 8.3M U.S. vehicles to prevent thefts (Link)
Tile takes extreme steps to limit stalkers and thieves from using its Bluetooth trackers (Link)
Kia launches OTA update capabilities across full model line-up (Link)
Qualcomm and Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1Team collaborate to create innovative and disruptive experiences (Link)

First electric air taxi takes flight around New York City (Link)
Porsche goes full electric bike: Greyp Bikes now Porsche eBike Performance (Link)
Zepp.solutions to launch ‘Europa’ hydrogen-powered truck in Q4 2023 (Link)
Autonomous cargo drone airline Dronamics reveals it’s raised $40M, pre-Series A (Link)