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[IFocus]

Also data bus systems usually have a redundant bus for backup should the 1st one fail switching between the two seamless

 

[Knobby22]

For the technically minded, a new wiring patent for EVs -

Very good design. Not sure what is patentable. To me it looks like a bus bar arrangement but its hard to tell from those sketches.

 

[JohnDe]

Aussie ingenuity, goes to show, think outside the box with an open mind and the world becomes your oyster.

BossCap CEO Edward Kocwa said the decision to bring the Model Y into the company’s growing fleet of EVs demonstrated “the company’s commitment to advancing sustainable transport options in Australia’s industrial and resource heavy regions”.​

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“This vehicle is not only built for performance, safety and durability, but it also represents a big leap forward in how the mining sector can transition toward cleaner and smarter fleet solutions,” he said. ​

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James Middleton, Tesla regional corporate manager, said the Model Y was “the ultimate addition to any fleet building for a sustainable future”.​

Brisbanes company BossCap to adapt Tesla’s Model Y for use in mining sector​

Tesla has turned to a Brisbane-based company to adapt its latest flagship model for use in Australia’s mining and resources sector.
BossCap, Australia’s first all-electric vehicle upfitter, will adapt Tesla’s Model Y to make the EV compliant for use in the mining industry.

At its Brendale-based factory in Brisbane, the company is leading the charge in converting electric vehicles, including the popular American Ford F-150 Lighting, from left to right-hand drive in order to meet the growing need of businesses and their environmental and climate targets.

BossCap CEO Edward Kocwa said the decision to bring the Model Y into the company’s growing fleet of EVs demonstrated “the company’s commitment to advancing sustainable transport options in Australia’s industrial and resource heavy regions”.

“This vehicle is not only built for performance, safety and durability, but it also represents a big leap forward in how the mining sector can transition toward cleaner and smarter fleet solutions,” he said.

James Middleton, Tesla regional corporate manager, said the Model Y was “the ultimate addition to any fleet building for a sustainable future”.

“It’s quiet, safe, cost-effective and loaded with technology that enhances productivity,” he said.

The company also recently announced a “landmark” partnership with Hyundai Motor Company Australia. The partnership will see BossCap adapt Hyundai’s XCIENT Fuel Cell hydrogen truck to suit Australian road conditions and regulatory standards.

Mr Kocwa said the initiative was a significant step forward in zero-emissions transport and advanced vehicle engineering in Australia, adding it was “a testament to what’s possible when global innovation meets local ingenuity”.

“We’re proud … that (a) 100 per cent Australian-owned business, is not only leading this transformative project but also supporting close to 100 skilled local jobs in Brisbane,” he said.

“Our team is passionate about building Australia’s future in clean transport.”

Hyundai’s Australia CEO Don Romano said the partnership underscored the company’s “commitment to global sustainability and local collaboration”.

“Australia is an important market for Hyundai, especially in the advancement of hydrogen mobility,” he said.

“We are proud to work … on this historic milestone. (The company’s) expertise, innovation and local footprint made them the ideal partner to bring this hydrogen truck to Australian roads for the first time.”

BossCap has struck deals with airports and mining companies across the country. It has also partnered with the UN via a local dealer in Samoa, with the vehicles able to act as back-up generators for homes connected to the island’s irregular power grid.

 

[JohnDe]

Tesla opens first Supercharger site in India. The launch coincides with the opening of Tesla’s first Indian showroom and the official entry of the Model Y into the market in July.

Tesla has inaugurated its first Supercharger location in Mumbai alongside the brand’s debut showroom. Featuring V4 hardware, the new site offers peak DC charging of up to 250 kW and supports the Model Y, now available with RWD and Long Range variants.​

Specifically, the Superchargers are located in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex. The launch coincides with the opening of Tesla’s first Indian showroom and the official entry of the Model Y into the market in July. The charging hub consists of four V4 Supercharging stalls and four AC Destination Chargers, with the DC units capable of delivering up to 250 kW. Pricing for the Supercharger is set at ₹24 per kWh, while the AC units are offered at ₹11 per kWh. That is about 0.24 and 0.11 euros, respectively. As in other markets, Tesla owners can view real-time availability, charging progress, and battery status via the Tesla app.

The V4 Superchargers in Mumbai mark the debut of Tesla’s latest-generation hardware in India. According to Tesla, the chargers can add up to 267 km of range to the Model Y in just 15 minutes. Based on current rates and vehicle consumption, a full charge is estimated to cost around ₹1,500 (about 1480 euros).

As mentioned above, Tesla introduced its electric SUV in India in mid-July. Indian customers have a choice of two variants for the new Model Y: Standard Range RWD and Long Range RWD. The base variant accelerates from 0 to 100 kph in 5.9 seconds, achieves a top speed of 201 kph, and delivers a WLTP range of 500 km. The top variant cuts the 0-100 kph sprint time to 5.6 seconds, maintains the 201 kph top speed, and travels a much longer distance of 622 km on a full charge, also as per WLTP.

While this is Tesla’s first public charging deployment in India, the manufacturer is expected to expand its charging infrastructure in key urban centres as it kicks off deliveries of the Model Y Standard Range RWD in September, followed by the Model Y Long Range RWD in the fourth quarter.

 

[moXJO]

Haven't heard much about optimus. That will probably be soon in the news cycle.
If they can get production right then its a game changer. Realistically the Chinese can easily dominate production but not quality/functionality.

Something to keep an eye on.

 

[moXJO]

Teslas self drive kicking off in Australia. Pretty cool.