Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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Hyundai will add production of hybrid models at its Georgia Metaplant scheduled to open later this year, CFO Lee Seung Jo said during a recent earnings call.
"We are investing in facilities to...
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Report: EV Electra aims to make Swedish-engineered Emily GT in Italy
It's also shown renderings of other body styles, including a sports car called the Rise and a luxury sedan called the Capital ES.
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Ford promises more affordable EVs as it loses money on them
Ford has removed $5,000 in cost from the Mustang Mach-E crossover, but it's not enough to offset the revenue drop due to price cuts and competition.
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Mazda applies its design flair to China with EZ-6 electric sedan
Mazda didn't discuss other specifications, but confirmed that Changan is responsible for the EZ-6's powertrains and connectivity tech.
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EVs set for 11% of 2024 US vehicle share, 1 of 5 cars sold globally
Despite tight profit margins, volatile battery raw material prices, and the phaseout of incentives in certain countries, significant overall sales growth will continue this year, predicts the IEA.
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Mini Aceman urban EV fits between Cooper, Countryman
The Aceman can fast-charge from 10-80% in less than 30 minutes; it also gets the Mini Cooper's circular screen, voice controls, and digital key functionality.
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A new Tesla Model 3 Performance based on the refreshed Model 3—codenamed "Highland" by the automaker—is now available to order in the U.S.
Appearing on Tesla's website Tuesday, the new...
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Vinfast adds US dealer franchises, as EV deliveries lag targets
Meanwhile, construction is reportedly paused at Vinfast's factory in North Carolina, with it reportedly seeking a smaller footprint.
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Study: Tesla leads with lowest ownership cost, beats Toyota
Tesla was the only brand surveyed with an all-EV lineup—and previous studies have shown EVs to have substantially lower ownership costs.
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Hyundai window-tinting tech could save more energy in summer heat
Hyundai's Nano Cooling Film reduces interior temperatures by specifically blocking external heat and radiating internal heat toward the outside of the vehicle.
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Land Rover EV conversion packs in-wheel motors, weighs same as original
With a modest battery pack and Protean in-wheel units, this classic Land Rover Defender conversion likely weighs less than upcoming Land Rover EVs.
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Disneyland will remake its Autopia around EVs in 2026
Disney hadn't yet specified whether replacement Autopia vehicles would be EVs, hybrids, or some other combustion configuration.
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The U.S. now has nearly 8,200 public DC fast-charging stations, filling in gaps on the route map, according to a new Bloomberg report.
The number of public fast chargers increased 7.6% in the first...
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Report: EV factories may be leading utilities to dirtier decisions
Did new natural gas-fired power plants come about because of new EV factories and battery plants in the Southeast?
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Report: US-made 3-row electric SUV is Toyota Highlander EV
The Highlander would go all-EV, while the Grand Highlander would continue in ICE versions.
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2023-2024 Toyota Prius recall prompts advice to lock doors
In the latest Toyota Prius and Prius Prime, water can enter and short circuit rear door latches, which may allow them to open while the car is moving.
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If $50,000 EVs still lose $6,000, when will EVs become profitable?
A recent analysis suggests automakers are still losing thousands on each EV sold—perhaps even on programs that have targeted profitability.
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Report: Mercedes pulls the plug on range-extended EV possibilities
Series hybrids with vastly downsized engines simply don't make the cut, especially for cost reasons, Mercedes reportedly decided.
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The 2024 Lucid Air Grand Touring—the longest-range version of the Air luxury sedan—gets some small but notable changes for the current model year, Lucid announced Wednesday in a press...
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Maserati reveals US-bound luxury electric convertible
The GranTurismo Folgore might be the first fully electric convertible to arrive in the U.S. in years.
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Report: China now makes enough batteries for global EV production
Manufacturing capacity for EV batteries is set to far outpace growth, noted BNEF last week—even including continued global EV sales growth.
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Half of 2024 EVs have lower 5-year ownership cost vs. ICE
Despite strong depreciation, and before several more EV models qualified for the tax credit, nearly half of EVs cost less over time.
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Fewer Americans aspire to EV ownership, Gallup poll suggests
In a recent poll, Gallup found that 35% might consider buying an EV in the future—down from 43% a year ago.
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Study: EV efficiency gains could cut grid demand, save billions
EVs might use 65% of U.S. grid demand by 2050, but gains due to improvements in the efficiency of EVs would pay off big for all Americans, a new study suggests.
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