Electric Cars
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With production due to start in a few months, Fisker has asked for those buying its initial Ocean One EV for a $5,000 down payment.
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Study: Electric pickups could replace nearly half of gasoline ones—with an ownership-cost savings
Geotab found that 76% of trucks wouldn't need to be charged during the day if they were electric, while 45% of trucks fit in a sweet spot to save money, even assuming a higher initial price.
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EV prices soar, as one exec warns of market "collapse" if they don't get cheaper
Will the EV market support continued price hikes? At least one executive doesn't seem to think so—and that radical cuts are needed to manufacturing costs.
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GM issues retroactive discount for Chevy Bolt EV models bought new in 2022
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV got a $6,300 price cut, lowering its base price to $28,195 with destination, on top of another price cut the previous model year.
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Toyota EVs and plug-in hybrids: Full $7,500 EV tax credit will likely phase out October 1
The Toyota BZ4X EV, Toyota RAV4 Prime, and Lexus NX 450h+ are among those eligible for the full credit amount today.
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What the EPA ruling means for the carbon footprint of your electric car
The assurance that your EV will keep getting cleaner and more climate-friendly with the grid—everywhere in the U.S.—is no longer a foregone conclusion.
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It might also be good news for the Kia EV6 and Genesis GV60 that have followed, as both are built on the same E-GMP platform.
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GM teases Chevy Silverado EV electric pickup testing, suggests 95% will be daily drivers
Deliveries of the new electric truck won't start until spring 2023, but the automaker already appears to be nearing the testing and validation stage.
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Study finds EV powertrains aren't especially trouble-prone, but all the other tech is
EVs don’t stand out as problematic in the survey if you keep to things like batteries, motors, and charging systems.
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CATL details next-gen cell-to-pack battery tech with “disruptive” water-cooling design
The battery supplier claims both more power and better volume utilization for its prismatic-based system than Tesla's cylindrical 4680 format.
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Rivian deploys first DC fast chargers as part of Adventure Network for electric trucks
Three first sites open in Colorado and California this week, allowing Rivian drivers to recover up to 140 miles of range in 20 minutes.
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With Siemens investment, Electrify America gets its first boost beyond the original plan
Siemens is the first outside investor in Electrify America, which was created as part of VW's diesel-emissions settlement with the federal government.
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The E-GMP propulsion kit that the Ioniq 6 is built on will look familiar to anyone who’s pored over specs for the Ioniq 5 or Kia EV6.
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Tire-pressure issue prompts over-the-air fix for some Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickups
Ford cautions that a low inflation pressure may lead to “poor handling and a possible loss of vehicle control.” Efficiency and driving range could be affected, too.
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GM EVs get Plug and Charge convenience—yes, even Chevy Bolt EV
After a one-time activation, drivers can plug in and start charging with no additional steps needed—and be automatically billed for each charge.
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Review: 2023 Cadillac Lyriq augurs in a new wave of electric luxury
We test drive Cadillac’s flagship SUV EV to see if the Blackwing brand can pivot to battery power without a misstep.
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VW reveals ID.Aero concept, previews premium electric flagship sedan
The ID.Aero suggests that VW won't entirely be abandoning the Passat sedan's form factor—but it's switching off to fully electric.
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Aptera chooses EVE Energy 2170 cells for 1,000-mile solar-supplemented EV
With energy from the sun, owners might not need to charge the battery of the three-wheeled, super-efficient EV in for weeks or months.
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The more electricity EVs consume from a dirty grid, the bigger their carbon footprint; EV efficiency is important.
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Drop-in electric conversion kit for Land Rover Defender: Make your own electric SUV
Some EV conversions can create electric work trucks, too, suggests a UK firm making a kit ready for installation by a mechanic.
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Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX concept breaks record with 746-mile trip on a single charge
The electric concept with the solar roof broke its own record in a single-charge trip from Stuttgart to Silverstone.
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With in-wheel motors, Lightyear claims most efficient production powertrain in the world
Solar panels and in-wheel motors could enable the electric vehicle to go two months without plugging in, according to its maker.
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Toyota BZ4X and Subaru Solterra recalled for loose wheels
A wheel bolt could loosen, possibly allowing a wheel to break free on the Toyota BZ4X and Subaru Solterra EV SUVs.
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Polestar 5 confirmed with 884 hp, 800-volt architecture
The flagship EV expected for 2024 takes aim at the Tesla Model S, Lucid Air, and Mercedes-Benz EQS.
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