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Tesla Recalls its Model S EV Chargers for Fires

Posted on 21 January 2014 by Ken Zino

It is not clear if Tesla complied with U.S. safety regulations requiring a recall within five days of a known defect since the awareness of the problem goes back to late 2012. Continue reading →

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Third Tesla Model S Fire in Two Months

Posted on 11 November 2013 by Ken Zino

Tesla’s claim that gasoline cars catch fire, in defense of the second fire, while true, ignores questions about how many actually catch fire after a crash or hitting road debris adjusted for the vehicle population and miles driven. While it could be just a run of bad luck, three fires with such limited exposure need looking into. Continue reading →

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Tesla Signs Battery Deal. Second Model S Fire Reported

Posted on 30 October 2013 by Ken Zino

Panasonic Corporation and Tesla Motors today announced that they have reached an agreement where Panasonic will expand its supply of automotive-grade lithium-ion battery cells to Tesla. The announcement comes just after a second Model S fire this month was reported by the Diario de Yucatan. Continue reading →

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