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technology2 years ago•8 min saved

"Rivian's R2 Unveiling and Factory Halts Shake Up Electric Vehicle Market"

Rivian unveils three future EVs, including the R2, R3, and R3x, with a focus on shifting production to an existing factory in Illinois; Waymo goes driverless in Austin and receives a permit to charge for robotaxi rides in Los Angeles and San Francisco; GM resumes sales of the Chevrolet Blazer EV at a cheaper price after software problems; Turo updates its S-1 with an 18% revenue increase and hints at a potential IPO in 2024; various updates in the electric vehicle industry, including Faraday Future's first recall, Stellantis' all-electric Dodge Charger, and Tesla's factory shutdown in Germany due to a suspected arson attack.

via TechCrunch|

#chevrolet-blazer-ev #evs #rivian

business2 years ago•3 min saved

"Car Owner Earns £1,500 in 2 Months Through Car"

Daniela Hoyos from London has made £1,500 in just over two months by renting out her car on the car-sharing marketplace Turo, covering her monthly car repayments and insurance while still earning an additional £300. She aims to expand her business by buying another car and eventually growing it into a fleet, emphasizing the importance of good customer service, professional photographs of the car, and staying organized. She also recommends car-sharing to others and shares tips for car owners looking to earn money from their vehicles.

via GB News|

#business #car-sharing #income

automotive2 years ago•2 min saved

Teacher's Turo Rental Toyota Supra Damaged During Land Speed Record Attempt

A high school teacher allegedly violated Turo's prohibited uses by renting a 2021 Toyota Supra 3.0 and using it for a land speed record competition, resulting in around $4,000 worth of damage to the brakes and tires. Turo confirmed that the teacher did rent the car and will follow up for further action. The investigation continues to determine if the teacher or the school will have to pay for the damages.

via CarScoops|

#automotive #damages #land-speed-record

automotive2 years ago•3 min saved

Teacher Uses Turo Rental to Break Land Speed Record

A teacher allegedly rented a Toyota Supra from Turo to compete in a land speed record competition after his student-built racing truck broke down. The owner of the Supra claims that the car was returned with worn tires and brakes, causing $4,000 in damage. The teacher denies renting the car from Turo and claims it came from a dealer. Both Turo and the school are investigating the situation.

via Jalopnik|

#automotive #land-speed-record #rental