EV Daily | Tesla's Powerwall Upgrade with Eaton, BYD's 2025 Han EV Launch, Mercedes-AMG Tests EV Sports Car

【Tesla】

Tesla and Eaton plan to collaborate to enhance Powerwall integration with Eaton's smart breakers by early 2025, aiming to simplify energy storage and load management.

Tesla considers licensing AI models from CEO Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, potentially sharing revenue from its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, despite Musk’s controversial resource shifts between the companies.

Tesla's AI efforts include the Dojo supercomputer and claims of achieving "baby AGI," which Musk believes will significantly boost the company's market cap. Despite this, Musk has threatened to move AI efforts to xAI if his ownership of Tesla isn't increased.

Tesla's stock has rebounded after positive sales reports from China, though overall sales have declined in key markets like Europe and the US. Tesla is employing strategies like subsidizing interest rates and reintroducing referral programs to boost sales.

Tesla has started hiring in the Philippines, hinting at an imminent market launch, though initial job listings do not suggest immediate Supercharger deployment. This move aims to address slowing global expansion.

Tesla has introduced a feature allowing owners to open their frunk by standing in front of it, available on models with ultrawide band chips and iPhone 11 or newer.

【BYD】

BYD launched the 2025 Han EV, featuring its latest tech and starting at $25,300. The new model includes EV and PHEV versions, with advanced driver assistance systems like LiDAR and DiPilot 300.

BYD also maintains a strong position in the global EV battery market, second only to CATL.

【Others】

Mercedes-AMG is testing an EV sports car based on the upcoming electric CLA, expected to debut in 2026 with advanced axial-flux motor technology.

Lucid’s latest software update, UX 2.4, includes new features like 3D lane visualization and turn-by-turn navigation with Apple CarPlay, enhancing its ADAS capabilities.

Polydrops has unveiled the P21, a solar-electric travel trailer with Aptera's solar technology, available for pre-order starting at $38,900.

ARKHAUS founders have announced E-Lixr, an electric water taxi service in Miami, aiming to reduce urban congestion with a fleet of electric vessels by 2025.

Texas senator Ted Cruz is obstructing a bipartisan bill to improve lithium-ion battery safety, linking it to a separate issue regarding gas stove regulations. The bill aims to enhance safety standards for e-bike batteries amid rising concerns over battery fires.