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Volkswagen and JAC's Sodium-Ion EVs

Volkswagen and China's JAC are teaming up to bring a sodium-ion battery into the EV game. Kinda missed an opportunity by not inviting that Salt Bae guy, but nobody asked us.

• 🔋 Yiwei's Sodium Surge: Introducing an affordable, efficient alternative to the EV market.
• 🧪 Cutting-edge Tech: Featuring sodium-ion cells and honey-comb structured UE module tech for enhanced performance.
• 🚗 Driving Prices Down: Promising to make EVs more accessible with cheaper raw materials and advanced technology.

The Rise of Curbside EV Charging

Cities are proof you can stack pretty much anything. People, homes, roads, and electrical grids.

• 🌆 Adapting to Urban Needs: Tackling charging dilemmas in densely populated areas with innovative solutions.
• 🔄 Engaging Communities: Tailoring charging solutions to meet the unique needs of city residents.
• 🚀 Federal Endorsement: Gaining momentum with government support, setting the stage for widespread adoption.

It's like watching people invest in Blu-ray players right before the streaming era really took off. Do we really want to replace all these parking-meter-looking chargers in a few years when they are obsolete?

Cybertruck's Collision

In a clash of titans on a California highway, Tesla's Cybertruck tangles with a Toyota Corolla, giving us a real-world peek into the durability of everybody's favorite ramp-shaped microwave on wheels.

• 🚗 Visual Evidence: Dashcam footage captures the first reported Cybertruck accident, sparking debates on its design.
• 🛑 Slight Scrape: The collision results in minor injuries, hinting at the Cybertruck's protective build.
• 🎥 Public Scrutiny: The incident invites the community and authorities to closely examine real-world safety implications.

Chinese Automakers 2024

Chinese automakers are pressing the accelerator (not the gas, because, you know... EVs). Signaling a cloud on the horizon for the U.S. auto industry in 2024.

• 📉 Evergrande's Uncertain Journey: The lapse of a significant share sale deal raises questions about the future of its EV arm.
• 📈 Geely's Ambitious Leap: Aiming for a 13% increase in sales with a particular focus on new energy vehicles.
• 🔌 Li Auto's Electrifying Debut: Preparing to launch its first fully electric vehicle, potentially setting a new industry standard.
• 🚀 BYD's Dominance: Continuing to lead with an impressive sales surge and global expansion plans.

Sometimes clouds mean storms, and sometimes they mean shade. Do with that what you want.