Tesla exec explains objection to Mexico’s proposed EV charging rules

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Recent reports have emerged suggesting that Tesla and the United States Government have objected to Mexico’s proposed electric vehicle charging station rules. A Tesla executive has provided some additional insights about the matter, particularly on why the EV maker is objecting to Mexico’s proposal.

Mexico’s Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) reportedly intends to adopt a rule that would require electric vehicle charging stations to have multiple connectors. This is quite different to the strategy being adopted in the United States, where the majority of electric vehicle makers have pledged to adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS). 

Tesla Mexico has reportedly issued a comment on the matter. “Requiring that a station offer different types of chargers adds technical complexity, creates additional entry barriers, increases the cost of the stations, and is an incentive for new participants interested in offering vehicles in the country not to carry out the necessary development and investment in its production for regional integration, mainly affecting the consumer experience,” the EV maker reportedly noted. 

In a comment on X, Tesla Vice President of Public Policy and Business Development Rohan Patel provided additional context behind the electric vehicle maker’s opposition to Mexico’s proposed EV charging rules. As per Patel, Tesla has already invested a substantial amount of resources building out a cross-country charging network in Mexico. He also noted that building out a charging network with multiple connector standards would only slow down EV adoption in the country. 

“Tesla Charging has invested heavily in a cross country charging network in Mexico, enabling travel throughout the country and North America. Tesla North America’s top priority in Mexico is the EV driver experience. Having 5 different connector standards in Mexico where an operator just has to pick 2 of the 5 does not accelerate deployment and provide a good customer experience. Some of the connector types are being phased out (CCS1 and CHAdeMO) or would inhibit cross border travel with the US. We want to make sure Mexico has an accessible network that meets all vehicle needs,” Patel wrote in a post on X. 

As per Tesla’s official website, over 15,000 Supercharger stalls from its existing 27,000 Superchargers are currently open to non-Tesla vehicles that adopt the North American Charging Standard. Tesla is also working on expanding its NACS-compatible chargers, with the company stating that one new NACS-compatible stall is being opened every hour. “We’re just getting started,” Tesla noted on its official NACS webpage. 

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Check your email for early Tesla Cybertruck delivery requests requirments

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‘If you requested an early Cybertruck delivery, check your inbox! ‘Tesla’s Martin Viecha said on X. According to Viecha, Tesla recently sent emails to people who requested early Cybertruck delivery asking for certain documents to be submitted. 

A few people responded to Martin Viecha’s post, confirming they received Tesla’s email and could submit the necessary documentation. However, a few more mentioned issues with their submission or just hearing about the opportunity to request early Cybertruck delivery.

Tesla had announced early Cybertruck delivery requests for long-term TSLA shareholders on its website and via social media earlier this month. However, the signup period ended on Friday, March 22, 2024. The early delivery requests applied to Foundation Series Cybertruck units. 

The short offer was limited to one reservation per customer and only available in the United States and Canada. The Tesla Cybertruck reservation must be made before March 1, 2024, and in the participant’s name. Plus, participants must not have taken delivery of a Cybertruck yet.

The email Martin Viecha mentioned in his X post might have to do with one of the requirements for the early Cybertruck delivery request. Participants must provide brokerage statements showing that they owned TSLA shares on February 28, 2021, and owned at least 500 TSLA shares on February 29, 2024. 

Tesla’s requirement for brokerage statements has caused some issues with its early Cybertruck requests. 

“Martin please look into the issue with Say and Fidelity as many of u s have most of our TSLA there that is no longer recognized on Say. Please and Thank you,” commented Dogearmy General. 

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Italian officials reach out to Tesla for potential truck and van production: report

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A recent report from Italy has emerged suggesting that the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (Mimit) is making some progress in its dialogue with several automotive companies. Among the most notable carmakers that the Italian ministry is reportedly communicating with is electric vehicle maker Tesla, arguably the world’s leader in electric cars. 

As noted in a report from Italian economic-political-financial newspaper Il Sole 24 Ore, industry sources have noted that in recent weeks, Mimit has deepened its talks with a possible new automotive producer. The report noted that the most serious contacts so far is reportedly with Elon Musk’s Tesla. Discussions reportedly involve a potential Italy-based facility that would produce electric trucks or vans. The discussions have reportedly been ongoing since last summer. 

Apart from Tesla, Mimit is reportedly also looking at potential investments from three Chinese automakers — BYD, Great Wall, and Chery. Discussions with Chery have reportedly entered a more advanced stage in the previous month, with Mimit officials reportedly conducting inspections in former industrial areas as potential sites for the Chinese automaker’s Italy-based facility. 

While neither Tesla nor its executives have confirmed any plans for Italy, this is not the first time that reports have emerged stating that country officials are attempting to secure an investment from the premier EV maker. In late February alone, Italy Industry Minister Adolfo Urso noted that Rome had been in touch with Tesla for months. At the time, Urso also proved quite optimistic about the prospect of Italy attracting key automakers. “We’re having positive feedback,” he said. 

As noted in a previous Reuters report, Italy is looking to produce at least 1.3 million vehicles a year, comprised of one million passenger cars and 300,000 vans. Stellantis, which includes brands like Fiat and Alfa Romeo, currently stands as Italy’s sole major automaker, though the company’s domestic output in 2023 was not enough to meet the country’s automotive goals. “We are aware that it is impossible for Stellantis alone to reach the target of one million cars produced in Italy,” Urso previously noted. 

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