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China’s BYD is selling more electric cars than Tesla

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

By Laura He and Chris Isidore | CNNHong Kong/New York — BYD overtook Tesla to become the world’s biggest electric car company in the final quarter of 2023.The Chinese company sold a record number of cars last year, including 525,409 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the three-month period to December 31, according to a stock exchange filing. Tesla said Tuesday it delivered 484,507 — also a record — during the quarter.Over the year as a whole Elon Musk’s Tesla (TSLA) still outpaced BYD, selling 1.8 million electric cars. BYD sold 1.57 million electric vehicles, up 73% on 2022, as well as 1.44 million hybrids.But that means Tesla’s gap over its Chinese rival, at about 230,000 units in 2023, was significantly narrower than the 400,000 units posted in 2022.The rapid growth of BYD, which is backed by Warren Buffett, is a symbol of China’s rising EV industry.China is progressing quickly in its transition to electric vehicles, thanks to strong government support for the industry. And its...

Vandals target cars in Campbell

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

Dec. 257:40 a.m. in the 2300 block of South Winchester Boulevard: Someone lit debris on fire.7:20 p.m. in the 1600 block of South Winchester Boulevard: A man, 31, was found to be under the influence of a controlled substance and in possession of drug paraphernalia.8:27 p.m. in the 200 block of Wilton Drive : A man, 44, and the victim got into an argument over his bringing methamphetamine into the apartment. During the argument, the man grabbed the victim’s arm, causing her to fall to the ground. He also prevented her from leaving and calling 911 on her cell phone. He was in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. The victim, 35, is on searchable probation for identity theft. During a search of her apartment, burglary tools, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were located.Midnight in the 2300 block of South Winchester Boulevard: Someone hit the victim in the head with a glass.100 block of East Sunnyoaks Avenue: A black and red 1999 Ford tow truck was stolen.400 bloc...

Driver allegedly left suicide note in deadly Rochester crash being investigated as domestic terrorism, source says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

A deadly car crash outside a New Year’s concert in Rochester, New York, is being investigated as domestic terrorism after the suspect allegedly left a suicide note and journal in his hotel room, according to a source familiar with the investigation.The FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force is investigating after two vehicles – one laden with gas canisters – crashed and plowed into the crowd outside the concert at the Kodak Center, killing two people and injuring five others. The suspect, who has been identified as Michael Avery from Syracuse, has died, two law enforcement sources said.The FBI defines domestic terrorism as involving acts dangerous to human life that are a violation of US or state laws, appearing to be intended to intimidate or coerce civilians, influence the policy of government by intimidation or coercion, or affect the conduct of government by mass destruction, assassination or kidnapping.Live updates: Crash being investigated as domestic terrorismRevelers were walking ...

New ‘turbo roundabout’ south of San Jose is only the second of its kind in the U.S.

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

In the coming months, drivers in San Benito County will face a traffic pattern unlike anything else in the state: a three-lane rotary shaped like a stunted ninja star. This is only the second time the new design, called a turbo roundabout, is being implemented in the U.S. But if it meets its goal of reducing accidents at a crossroads with a history of harmful crashes, drivers across the country could be seeing more of them.The intersection of highways 25 and 156 near Hollister has been notoriously dangerous — the site of more than twice as many accidents as similar intersections in the state, resulting in multiple injuries. In particular, there have been an unusual number of rear-impact and T-bone collisions there.Caltrans had previously attempted several small fixes, such as changing the timing on the traffic signals and adding rumble strips going up to the signal. But after these failed to resolve the problems, the agency opted to create a special roundabout.Caltrans is constructi...

High Surf Advisory issued: NWS

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

(KRON) – The National Weather Service issued a High Surf Advisory beginning from 10 a.m. on Wednesday to 4 a.m. on Thursday for Central and Northern California beaches.  One dead, two injured in rollover vehicle accident The NWS forecasts large and long period swell from the west and northwest that will create hazardous beach conditions. Breaking waves are predicted to be 19 to 23 feet. For your safety, stay off of jetties, stay out of and away from the water, never turn your back on the ocean, and keep pets on a leash and away from the water.

One dead, two injured in SF rollover vehicle accident 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

(KRON) – One person died and two people were injured after a single-vehicle accident involved in a rollover on Monday. San Francisco police officers responded to the area of Junipero Serra Boulevard and Palmetto Avenue for the report of a single-vehicle accident at 8:26 p.m. on Jan. 1. The vehicle was reported to have been involved in a rollover.  Woman shot in car, San Francisco PD investigate Upon arrival, officers located one of the victims lying on the ground and two other victims suffering from injuries sustained from the accident. According to police, officers rendered aid to the victims. However, the victim who was lying on the ground succumbed to their injuries at the scene.Paramedics were transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.  

Fire department investigating cause of blaze in Oakland Monday night

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

(BCN) -- The Oakland Fire Department said it is investigating a fire that occurred in the city's Rancho San Antonio neighborhood Monday night.The blaze struck a three-unit apartment building in the 1500 block of International Boulevard, according to firefighters.The fire was put under control at approximately 10:22 p.m., crews said. An adjacent structure had minor damage, the fire department said. No casualties were reported.Copyright © 2024 Bay City News, Inc.

NWS forecasts 'bulk of rain' over Tuesday, Wednesday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – The National Weather Service forecasts a Pacific storm system this week with the "bulk of rain" falling from Tuesday evening into Wednesday.Rain is expected to be 0.5-1.5 inches for inland regions and 1.5-3 inches near the coast. Treasured Berkeley breakfast restaurant closing after 45 years KRON4’s Weather Anchor Gayle Ong forecasts gusty winds on Tuesday. “Southerly winds upwards of 20-30 mph to develop during the heaviest downpours between 2 p.m. to 6 p.m,” said Ong. According to Ong, the showers are expected to linger into Wednesday. Ong forecasts dry weather will return late Wednesday and Thursday. However, for Friday, a quick-moving, low-pressure system is forecasted, increasing the chance of rain. On Saturday another system is forecasted. For safety, allow extra travel time and leave extra space between cars. Moderate rain with strong gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and branches. Be safe out on the roads.

Powerful earthquakes leave at least 55 dead, destroy buildings along Japan’s western coast

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

WAJIMA, Japan (AP) — A series of powerful earthquakes that hit western Japan have left at least 55 people dead and damaged thousands of buildings, vehicles and boats. Officials warned Tuesday that more quakes could lie ahead. Aftershocks continued to shake Ishikawa prefecture and nearby areas a day after a magnitude 7.6 temblor slammed the area.Damage was so great that it could not immediately be assessed. Japanese media reports said tens of thousands of homes were destroyed.Government spokesperson Yoshimasa Hayashi said 17 people were seriously injured and gave a slightly lower death toll, saying he was aware of the prefecture’s tally.Water, power and cell phone service were still down in some areas. Residents expressed sorrow about their uncertain futures.“It’s not just that it’s a mess. The wall has collapsed, and you can see through to the next room. I don’t think we can live here anymore,” Miki Kobayashi, an Ishikawa resident, said as she swept around her house.The ...

Price cuts boost Tesla 4Q sales, beating estimates as electric vehicle growth rate slows

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:48:58 GMT

DETROIT (AP) — Steep price cuts helped electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc. increase its fourth-quarter vehicle sales by almost 20% as EV sales growth slowed across the industry.The Austin, Texas, company said Tuesday that it sold 484,507 vehicles worldwide from October through December. That handily beat Wall Street estimates of 473,000 for the quarter according to data provider FactSet.For the full year, Tesla said it sold just over 1.8 million vehicles, up 37.7% from 2022 numbers. Full-year sales numbers fell far short of CEO Elon Musk’s prediction of 50% sales growth in most years. But the company did exceed an internal target for the year of 1.8 million vehicle sales.Tesla chopped prices in the U.S. multiple times during the year, at times by $20,000 on some of its higher-priced models. Even its lowest-price model, the rear-wheel-drive 3, saw a cut of at least $6,600. Industry analysts expect the price cuts to trim Tesla’s profit margins when it reports earnings on Jan...