EV Daily | Tesla Offers Free Supercharging; BYD Faces Brazil Plant Issues; New EV Models and Tech Emerge

【Tesla】

Tesla is offering year-end deals including three free months of Supercharging and Full Self-Driving, available with delivery by December 31, 2024.

【BYD】

Construction at BYD's new EV plant in Brazil was halted due to findings of "slavery-like" worker conditions. BYD has severed ties with the contractor responsible, Jinjiang Group, and is working with local authorities to assist affected workers. Despite these setbacks, BYD continues to expand in Brazil, launching the Shark PHEV pickup, its sixth vehicle in the market, joining other models like the Dolphin Mini (Seagull).

【Others】

Honda discussed its ongoing development of hydrogen powertrains, emphasizing the future role of HFCEVs alongside battery vehicles. Issues faced by hydrogen adopters like Nikola were highlighted. Sixthreezero introduced the ANYterrain Stabilized 4-wheel Electric Bike, featuring four-wheel stability, a 750W motor, and a 48V battery, offering improved stability and utility for riders. Various brands are offering competitive EV lease deals for under $300 a month, including models from Kia, Hyundai, Honda, and more. The deals are driven by incentives and discounts, contributing to a rise in EV sales. CATL launched the Bedrock Chassis, claiming it as the world's first ultra-safe skateboard chassis, boasting superior safety and energy absorption in collisions, thereby challenging the notion of gas vehicles being safer than EVs. AVATR will be the first to utilize this new technology.