Quick Charge

Fred isn’t happy with FSD transfer as Rivian gets into the self-driving game


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The big news this week is the new Model Y being available for order in the US, but it doesn't stop there – a new ECU photo inspired Fred to vent about Tesla's FSD transfer policy, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe announced plans to get into the self-driving business himself, and solar had a very, very big year. All this and more on today's thrilling episode of Quick Charge!

We've also got spy pictures of a NACS-ready BMW i5 in Utah, news that even more OEMs are chasing software deals with Rivian, and even some speculation about who that might be.

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  • Tesla launches new Model Y in North America and Europe
  • Tesla has a new self-driving computer retrofit, but it’s not even for HW3 cars
  • Tesla refuses to do the right thing about ‘Full Self-Driving’ transfers
  • Rivian (RIVN) plans to roll out hands-free driving this year, eyes-free system in 2026
  • Rivian (RIVN) has several automakers ‘knocking on our door’ for EV tech
  • Kia’s NACS adapters available now; Supercharger access still pending
  • BMW i5 spotted with native NACS port – could be one of the 1st brands to switch?
  • No other energy source came close to matching solar’s rate of growth in 2024 – in numbers

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