Tesla's direct sales battle is far from over ⚡️

PLUS: RWD Porsche Macan, wireless EV charging, and the latest Formula E news.

If you have trouble reading this message, view it in a browser. 2025 Porsche Macan EV Adds a Rear-Drive Entry Point      The battery-electric Porsche Taycan sedan quickly found a spot for itself in what became a very busy segment, facing plenty of pressure from the likes of Lucid, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and others.     And now it's the turn of the electric Macan, with the model arriving this year in dual- and single-motor flavors.     But will there be an affordable entry point?    The rear-wheel-drive Macan could be that model, ditching the front motor and relying solely on a 335-hp unit out back. But it won't be all that much cheaper than a dual-motor Macan.     Porsche is also rolling out the Macan 4S with a more powerful motor in the rear in addition to the one up front, for those who may find the standard dual-motor version too mild.    Here's how much these new versions of the Macan will cost buyers, and what they will offer. READ THE FULL STORY Tesla's Evolving Direct Sales Battle—and the Elon Musk Factor      Given how many Teslas there are on the road, it's easy to get the impression in 2024 that all the controversy regarding direct sales has died down nationwide, and that company-owned stores are now just part of the landscape.    But in several states, direct sales by Tesla are still being challenged in the legislature and by dealer groups, while still finding some ways around state dealer franchise laws.   Here's what's happening in one EV-friendly state. READ THE FULL STORY Wireless EV Charging Tech Has Set a New Record      Wireless electric car charging is a technology that seemed like it would become very useful, at least at the dawn of the EV era. Instead, EV owners and charging station builders alike have prioritized faster charging the old fashioned way—via cables.    But there are now signs that wireless charging for EV models could approach DC fast-charging speeds, and require relatively few hardware additions to a vehicle.    A team from Oak Ridge National Laboratory has recently charged a Porsche Taycan at 270 kW, all without using a charging cable.    But can this technology ever go mainstream in the era of ever-faster charging stations?  READ THE FULL STORY Formula E's London E-Prix Season Finale Venue Is Rare Indoor/Outdoor Challenge READ MORE It's Prime Day! Car Lovers Can Score Amazing Deals on the Gear and Products We Crave READ MORE Antonio Felix da Costa Hopes Momentum Carries Him To Second Formula E Title READ MORE Ferrari's First EV Will Reportedly Debut in 2025, Could Cost $500K READ MORE Fisker Selling Remaining Ocean SUVs for $2500 to $16,500 in Bulk Deal READ MORE Ford's Next-Generation Super Duty Pickups Will Use Powerplants Besides Pure Internal Combustion READ MORE Spread the word: If you know someone interested in staying on top of the rapidly growing EV segment, feel free to pass this newsletter along. SIGN UP Follow Us Unsubscribe | Privacy Notice | CA Notice at Collection Autoweek is a publication of Hearst Autos. ©2024 Hearst Autos, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This email was sent by Hearst Autos, 300 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019-3779 https://link.autoweek.com/oc/60751dea6d1a7f51693f313dli50m.1m65/99aead3b