"Tesla's Robotaxi Unveiling and the Future of Lithium-Free Batteries"
Tesla is set to unveil its new 'robotaxi' on August 8, while Kia shifts focus to hybrids and affordable EVs due to waning global demand. NIO has begun mass production of semi-solid-state batteries, paving the way for increased EV usage, and a lithium-free battery startup has raised $78M in Series C funding. Additionally, Tesla is exploring factory locations in India and already producing vehicles for imports.