Electric Cars
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The Italian sports-car maker and luxury brand is planning on a fully electric coupe, most likely arriving in 2023.
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VW Project Trinity EV due mid-decade being developed "from the inside out"Volkswagen is developing its upcoming EV platform with interior and interface as the top priorities—with features over the air providing a new potential line of revenue.
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Tesla delivers first Model S Plaid models without a steering wheelThe yoke-style steering wheel, a regular sight in racing and science-fiction, is a first for a regular production car that regulators, safety groups, and the insurance industry haven't yet fully assessed.
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CHAdeMO fast-charging standard shunned by France: Are emerging markets its future?The CHAdeMO standard has suggested it might seek to be a legacy standard for emerging markets—perhaps attractive for its bi-directional charging potential.
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Ford F-150 Lightning: 85-mpg gasoline vehicle footprint, will keep getting cleaner with the gridThe global warming emissions advantages of big electric trucks might be seen as even more pronounced next to gasoline models.
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2021 Tesla Model S: Range up to 412 miles, Plaid claimed quickest production car everThe Tesla Model S Plaid delivery event included no mention of other products or the company's much-anticipated 4680 cells.
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The "never charge" three-wheeled EV can cover more than 11,000 miles a year on solar power alone, the company claims—and help enjoy the outdoors.
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2022 Jaguar I-Pace gets faster charging, snappier interface after skipping 2021Although the range remains unchanged at 234 miles, a faster L2 charging and a quicker interface should improve the experience.
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GM asks EPA for national acceleration of EVs, supports California CO2 targetsGM's policy courses regarding emissions, fuel economy, and EVs no longer contradict themselves.
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Electrify America taps into connected home chargingA new wallbox brings the charging network's ecosystem to home charging, where EV owners typically charge 80% or more of the time
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Could urban charging deserts hinder ride-hailing EV adoption—and cleaner air?More urban fast-charging is needed in low-income urban areas to support Uber and Lyft as they go electric.
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Report: Apple electric car project considering US-made batteries from BYD, CATLTwo Chinese battery suppliers are reportedly being considered to make power packs for the Apple Car—in the U.S.
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Although it recently announced a slower production ramp for its Endurance electric truck, the filing indicates a more dire situation.
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2021 Kia Niro EV carries over, ahead of EV6 introThe pending arrival of Kia's next-generation EV6 hasn't changed the presentation of its Niro EV for 2021, although it gets a few new features.
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Biden will push for more US EV battery recycling, address supply shortagesRaw materials and supply chain concerns are at the core of a push for more of the materials within EV batteries to stay in the U.S.
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Report: Tesla will change battery chemistry for Model Y in ChinaTesla may turn to different NCMA cells from LG for its Model Y built in China, so that it can continue to expand production.
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Tesla cancels Model S Plaid+ ahead of event: What about 520+ miles of range?Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced the cancellation of the Plaid+ version of the Model S due to go more than 500 miles on a charge.
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Ford is making more Mustang Mach-E electric SUVs than gasoline MustangsSupply issues are pinching production of gasoline Mustang models while demand for the Mach-E pushwa production constraints.
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The Ariya will offer up to 300 miles of range in some versions, with a choice between front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
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Toyota says it isn’t anti-EV, suggests it’ll build more EVs if demand existsToyota's portfolio approach to electrification raises questions about its commitment to battery electric vehicles.
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ChargeUp mobile app brings fast-charging to you for $25 a monthSparkCharge's "charging as a service" solution brings the EV charger to drivers when and where they need it.
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The 2022 BMW iX hides a gem of an interior in an awkward packageThe 2022 BMW iX has an interesting exterior, but step inside and you'll be greeted with a luxurious cabin that fits the electric SUV's lofty price tag.
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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y recalled for potential brake issueLoose bolts could allow the brake caliper to separate and contact the inner surface of the wheel rim, preventing the wheel from freely rotating.
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EV fast-chargers and Slurpee machines: Two things many US 7-Eleven stores will soon have7-Eleven plans to install 500 DC fast-charging stations at 250 United States and Canada locations by the end of 2022.
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