Lightyear 0 solar EV, federal charging grid details, Tesla Autopilot under scrutiny: Car News Today
A federally subsidized EV charging network is starting to take shape, and we’re looking at some of the requirements. Lightyear One is currently Lightyear 0 in production. And Tesla’s Autopilot features are now just one step away from potentially being subject to a federal safety recall. This and more, here at Green Car Report.
The production version of the solar car Lightyear One has been revealed and it’s called the Lightyear 0. With a 22-kilometer commute, the company recommends owners use climates sunny and summer months can take months without plugging in. While other markets may launch in the future — including the Lightyear 2 — the Finnish-made Lightyear 0 will launch the first version of the 150-car model year, only for Europe.
The federal government has provided more details on the national electric vehicle charging network as it is funded by an infrastructure law passed late last year. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) guidance sets out several minimums, including four 150 kw DC fast charge connectors per station, every 50 miles—There are also some pricing and accessibility requirements.
And on Thursday, the federal government upgraded Tesla’s vehicle safety probe system, as it investigated why Tesla vehicles hit emergency response vehicles so often with the Autopilot features involved. recent or very recent. Technical analysis currently lasts from 2014-2022 Tesla Model Y, Mode 3, Model S and Model X . vehicles—A total of 830,000 U.S. Tesla vehicles are likely to be recalled for certain online troubleshooting.
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