01/29/24 - Maserati Confirms Quattroporte EV Coming In 2028 🚗, All 3-Row EVs You Can Buy in 2024 ⚡, Tesla to spend $500M for its Dojo supercomputer project 🤖

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• 🚗 Car reveal/review: 

  • Maserati Confirms Quattroporte EV Coming In 2028

  • 2024 Honda Prologue delivers 296 miles of range for $48,795

  • Nissan Unveils Special Tweaked Version Of Its Latest Electric SUV

• 🏭 Industry trend: Can Extreme H Race Series Make Hydrogen Relevant For Green Transport?, San Francisco Suing California Over Waymo Robotaxi Expansion

• 🤖 Auto Tech: Tesla to spend $500M to bring its Dojo supercomputer project to Buffalo factory

• ⚡ EV: Waiting For A Three-Row EV? Here’s What You Can Buy This Year

Maserati Confirms Quattroporte EV Coming In 2028 (2 mins read)

Maserati's EV strategy includes the delayed Quattroporte Folgore for 2028. The GranCabrio Folgore launches this year, followed by an electric MC20 in 2025 and a large SUV in 2027. CEO Grasso emphasizes full Italian production. Existing electric models are GranTurismo Folgore and Grecale Folgore. Stellantis' Dare Forward 2030 plan mandates all new Maserati models to have electric powertrains. Challenges arise with temporary layoffs at the Turin factory. Read more.

2024 Honda Prologue delivers 296 miles of range for $48,795 (3 mins read)

The 2024 Honda Prologue, priced at $48,795, boasts a generous feature list and a 296-mile EPA range. Equipped with an 85-kWh battery, it offers 212 hp in standard front-wheel-drive and 288 hp in the dual-motor all-wheel-drive option. Utilizing GM's Ultium platform, it's manufactured in Mexico. The Acura ZDX, a closer relative to Cadillac Lyriq, is priced from $64,500. Read more.

Nissan Unveils Special Tweaked Version Of Its Latest Electric SUV (3 mins read)

Nissan introduces the Ariya Nismo, a sleek EV SUV modified by Nismo with enhanced looks and performance. With 362 hp and 413 lb-ft torque (66-kWh battery) or 429 hp and 443 lb-ft torque (91-kWh battery), it promises improved driving range. The interior features Nismo red stripes and leather. U.S. availability is uncertain, but there's a potential market for high-performance electric SUVs. Read more.

Can Extreme H Race Series Make Hydrogen Relevant For Green Transport? (12 mins read)

Extreme E's electric SUV series transforms to Extreme H in 2025, switching to hydrogen fuel cells. Founder Agag highlights collaboration with Formula 1 and FIA, emphasizing hydrogen's potential. Some teams exit due to disinterest, while others see new sponsorship opportunities. Extreme H focuses on sustainability, low-cost model, and tackling challenges in regulations, safety, and refueling. The shift aims to address climate change and explore economic opportunities in the hydrogen sector. Read more.

Tesla to spend $500M to bring its Dojo supercomputer project to Buffalo factory (3 mins read)

Tesla will invest $500 million to build a "Dojo" supercomputer at its Buffalo, New York factory, aiming to advance self-driving technology. Dojo processes video data for AI training in Tesla's Full Self-Driving Beta. CEO Elon Musk called it a "long shot bet" with potential multi-billion dollar returns. The move shifts priorities for the factory, initially Gigafactory 2, now focused on AI. Musk downplayed the $500 million investment, noting larger spending on Nvidia hardware in 2024, emphasizing the high-risk, high-payoff nature of Dojo. Read more. 

San Francisco Suing California Over Waymo Robotaxi Expansion (4 mins read)

San Francisco sues California to halt Waymo's 24/7 robotaxi service, citing safety concerns. If successful, Waymo could lose its permit. Critics connect Waymo's fate with GM-backed Cruise's past issues. Waymo reported more crashes but emphasizes safety impact. Cruise faced controversy, CEO resignation, and reduced operations. Both companies under scrutiny, with Cruise probed by SEC and DOJ. Critics urge caution in autonomous vehicle deployment. Read more.

Waiting For A Three-Row EV? Here’s What You Can Buy This Year (9 mins read)

The 2025 Volvo EX90, starting at $76,000, offers a three-row SUV with a range of over 350 miles. The Rivian R1S, priced at $78,000, emphasizes adventure with all-wheel drive and 400 miles of range. The 2024 Kia EV9, starting at $55,000, features futuristic design, one-pedal driving, and a 280-mile range. The Mercedes EQB, starting at $52,750, is an affordable 3-row SUV with a 245-mile range, while the luxurious Mercedes EQS SUV, starting at $125,000, boasts advanced technology and 300+ miles of range. The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ, starting at $130,000, promises innovation and a range of up to 450 miles. The Hyundai Ioniq 7 is anticipated to offer fast charging, 300+ miles of range. The 2025 Volkswagen ID Buzz, a 6 or 7-passenger van, is filled with fun design details, and a range of up to 300 miles. With electric car sales slowing, incentives may make it an ideal time to buy or lease a three-row EV. Read more.