EV Daily | Tesla Revives Free Supercharging, MAN and Renault Lead New EV Initiatives

【Tesla】

Tesla has reintroduced free Supercharging for life as an incentive to boost sales of Model S vehicles. This offer, available for purchases or leases made on or after December 13, 2024, is non-transferable and excludes used vehicles and business orders. Though it was previously discontinued in 2018 due to unsustainability, the automaker has brought it back temporarily as a sales strategy. Additionally, Tesla Model S and Model X sales have been declining, with quarterly deliveries estimated to be at an all-time low, necessitating such promotions to attract buyers.

【Others】

MAN Truck & Bus has delivered its first regular production Ultra Low Liner eTGX electric semi-truck to Duvenbeck, marking an advancement in decarbonization efforts. Duvenbeck plans to add over 100 more trucks to its fleet, utilizing MAN’s innovative truck design fitted for high-volume transport requirements. Furthermore, MAN continues to explore hydrogen trucks but reinforces its commitment to battery-electric vehicles. Avangrid has announced the acquisition of 130 diesel-electric hybrid bucket trucks as part of its strategy to electrify its utility service fleets. These trucks, using a combination of diesel and battery power, aim to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption significantly. The company plans to convert a major portion of its fleet to low-emission vehicles by 2030. Renault has unveiled the Renault 5 Turbo 3E, an all-electric performance vehicle with 500 horsepower. This car follows the design aesthetic of the iconic R5 Turbo and is part of Renault's marketing campaign to promote a new documentary. The vehicle is expected to become a flagship model in Renault’s electric vehicle lineup. Labatt Breweries of Canada is incorporating ten Volvo VNR Electric semi-trucks into its fleet, enhancing their sustainability initiatives. These electric trucks, with a 565 kWh battery capacity, are designed for efficient short-distance deliveries. Labatt has developed its own charging infrastructure and has leveraged governmental incentives to offset investment costs, underscoring a broader trend towards electric transportation within Canadian logistics.