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California Regulators Greenlight 24/7 Driverless Robocabs in San Francisco

The California Public Utilities Commission approves expanded operations for Cruise and Waymo, allowing the companies to charge fares for fully driverless rides at all hours in San Francisco.

Tesla Megapack Fire Disrupts California's Largest Battery Storage Site

A fire breaks out in a Tesla Megapack at PG&E's Elkhorn facility in California, prompting highway closures and shelter-in-place warnings. The utility states that safety systems activate properly and no customer power outages occur.

California Sues Amazon Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Pricing Contracts

California Attorney General Rob Bonta files a lawsuit accusing Amazon of forcing third-party sellers to keep prices artificially high across the internet. The state seeks an injunction and fines to stop the tech giant from penalizing merchants who offer better deals on rival sites.

California Mandates Complete Shift to Zero-Emission Vehicles by 2035

California officially bans the sale of new gasoline-powered cars by 2035 to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The landmark rule forces automakers to gradually increase zero-emission vehicle production starting in 2026.

California Regulators Mandate Complete Phase-Out of New Gas Cars by 2035

California air regulators approve a historic rule banning the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035, setting strict interim quotas for zero-emission car sales. The groundbreaking mandate is expected to trigger similar bans in numerous other states across the country.

California Mandates Full Transition to Electric Vehicle Sales by 2035

California regulators officially require all new car sales to be zero-emission by 2035, with gradual targets starting in 2026. The landmark rule allows plug-in hybrids and does not restrict used gas cars or existing drivers.

California Regulators Set to Ban New Gasoline Car Sales by 2035

California air regulators vote on a groundbreaking rule to phase out new gasoline car sales by 2035, starting with a 35% zero-emission quota for 2026 models. The mandate faces little industry pushback as major automakers already pivot to electric vehicles.

California Regulators Reject Tesla Bid to Dismiss Racial Bias Lawsuit

California's Office of Administrative Law denies Tesla's attempt to block a civil rights lawsuit over racial discrimination at its Fremont plant. The automaker still faces a court hearing this week regarding a motion to dismiss the case.

Legendary Meyers Manx Dune Buggy Returns as a High-Performance EV

The iconic California dune buggy is making a comeback as an all-electric vehicle with modern engineering and retro styling. The company plans to release 50 beta units in 2023 before a wider public launch.

Legendary Meyers Manx Dune Buggy Returns as a High-Performance EV

The iconic Meyers Manx dune buggy officially returns in 2023 as an all-electric vehicle, blending 1960s California surf culture with modern technology. The reimagined EV offers up to 300 miles of range and a 0-60 mph time of 4.5 seconds.

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Tech Giants Urge California Governor to Lift Ban on Autonomous Trucks

A coalition of 34 tech and logistics companies asks Governor Newsom to end California's ban on heavy autonomous vehicles, warning the state risks losing business to Texas and others. The DMV indicates it plans to develop new regulations but provides no specific timeline.

Federal Investigators Probe Fatal California Tesla Crash

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration investigates a deadly Tesla crash in California that gains added attention due to a viral video of a separate airborne Tesla incident in Los Angeles.

NHTSA Investigates Deadly California Tesla Crash Involving Autopilot

Federal regulators investigate a fatal Tesla crash in California where the vehicle strikes a construction worker, adding to ongoing scrutiny of the automaker's automated driving systems.

NHTSA Investigates Fatal Tesla Autopilot Crash in California

Federal safety regulators investigate a fatal Tesla Model S crash in Newport Beach that kills three people and potentially involves the Autopilot system.

Federal Regulators Investigate Fatal Tesla Autopilot Crash in California

The NHTSA is probing a deadly California crash involving a Tesla Model S that potentially uses Autopilot, adding to a growing list of similar investigations.