Rivian taps Google to bring custom maps into its EVs and app
Rivian vehicles will soon replace its Mapbox-based maps with Google Maps. The integration will still see a lot of Rivian DNA in the new mapping system, though.
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China’s Geely is officially bringing its luxury EV startup Zeekr private
China’s Geely Auto is officially taking its luxury EV subsidiary Zeekr private, just over a year after the company debuted on the New York Stock Exchange.
Joby Aviation doubles pilot eVTOL facility capacity as it races to launch air taxis
Joby Aviation has doubled the size and production capacity of its pilot manufacturing facility in Marina, California as it races to commercialize electric air taxis by early next year.
Amogy raises $80M to power ships and data centers with ammonia
Amogy’s technology generates power from ammonia without pollution, making it a prime candidate for decarbonizing maritime shipping.
Tesla finally enters India — nine years after Elon Musk first teased its debut
Tesla has made its long-awaited entry into India with the opening of its first showroom in Mumbai.
GM to challenge China’s LFP monopoly with upgraded battery factory
The factory’s overhaul will give U.S. LFP production a significant boost.
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe’s voting control slips following divorce settlement
Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe has transferred a portion of his ownership stake and voting power as part of a newly settled divorce proceeding.
Tesla reportedly close to starting sales in India
Tesla may finally start selling its EVs in India with a showroom slated for Mumbai.
TechCrunch Mobility: Tesla enters its Grok era, and teens come for robotaxis
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
Tesla is already trying to expand its robotaxi service to Arizona
Tesla has applied for a permit to test and deploy autonomous vehicles in Arizona. It’s also eyeing expansion in Austin, Texas, and California.