This week on Kilowatt, we dive into the latest electric vehicle headlines shaping the industry landscape. Buick makes waves in the EV market with its stylish Electra L7 sedan, signaling an exciting shift for the traditional brand. Meanwhile, internal Tesla news takes center stage as self-driving managers detail hazardous robotaxi testing scenarios, alongside a high-stakes legal battle with a key Cybertruck supplier threatening production timelines. On a brighter note, Tesla steps up humanitarian efforts by offering free Supercharging to all electric vehicles during European wildfire relief while securing clean energy via a massive 140 MW Texas solar farm. Finally, we explore Mercedes' leaked GLA EV, BMW’s surging demand for the iX3, and the top five used EVs offering the best range for your buck.
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- CleanTechnica: Awesome New Buick EV — Electra L7!
- Electrek: Tesla self-driving manager describes scary conditions in robotaxi testing
- Not a Tesla App: Tesla Offers Free Supercharging to All EVs for Europe Wildfire Relief
- Electrek: Mercedes’ new GLA EV leaks a day ahead of its official debut
- InsideEVs: BMW Has Already Made 50,000 iX3s. Demand Is Nearly Double
- Electrek: Tesla buys the entire output of a new 140 MW Texas solar farm
- Electrek: Tesla sues Cybertruck supplier amid standoff keeping production hostage
- InsideEVs: These Are The 5 Best Used EV Deals For Range: Study
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