Quick Charge

Texas bets on Tesla bets on WeChat, and a bet on Toyota to crack solid-state


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On today's Texas-sized episode of Quick Charge, Tesla Cybertruck owners in the Lone Star state get V2G access, Tesla Model 3 and Y models get WeChat via OTA, and Toyota has an all-new electric Toyota Highlander with up to 320 miles of range!

We're also taking a look at a Japanese joint venture involving oil refining giant Idemitsu Kosan and Sumitomo Metal Mining that's helping Toyota scale up its solid-state battery production plus up to $5,000 off and 0% interest financing on new Toyota EVs.

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  • Tesla launches Cybertruck V2G program in Texas, earning money with your truck’s battery pack
  • Tesla partners with Tencent to bring WeChat inside over 1 million cars in China
  • Toyota reveals the Highlander EV as first 3-row electric SUV with 320 miles range [Images]
  • Big oil is betting big on Toyota to win the solid-state battery race
  • Toyota is already offering a $5,000 discount and 0% financing on its new EVs
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