Electric Cars
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The 2022 BMW i4 arrives next year, but at an introduction in Los Angeles we got some hands on time with the new electric sedan to see how it stacks up versus the Model 3 on size, comfort, and technology.
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Do EV fast-charging reservations make sense? EVgo thinks soFor a $3.00 fee, customers can reserve a specific date and time at one of these locations using the EVgo app or the company's website
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Report: Hyundai has stopped developing gasoline-vehicle powertrainsHyundai reportedly plans to reduce the number of ICE models in its lineup by 50%, and wants to soon finalize a long-term strategy.
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2022 BMW i4 preview: US version will start at $56,395, offer up to 300 miles of rangeBMW has priced the i4 electric car above Tesla Model 3 territory, although an M50 performance version aims to out-handle the Model 3 Performance.
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Study: Lack of home-charging awareness is holding back EV adoptionA study of mass-market consumers showed a "low level" of awareness of the different charging levels, including Level 1 and Level 2 AC and DC fast charging
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Which electric vehicles include free road-trip fast-charging?Most new EVs offer U.S. buyers at least introductory access to fast-charging networks, but only a few offer free road-trip charging for years.
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Although a Plaid+ model with more than 520 miles of range won't arrive until 2022, Tesla is due to roll out new Model S Plaid and Long Range models very soon.
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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y: Safety-sensor transition is costing ratings, causing confusionIn the transition to Tesla Vision, Tesla is temporarily pulling some features from its Model 3 and Model Y—and safety agencies are pulling their accolades and ratings.
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Proposed EV tax credit boost: $12,500 for union labor and US-madeThe Senate is again considering an expansion of the EV tax credit—this time, potentially with provisions that would provide boosts related to American workers.
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Tesla won't be able to directly sell the cars it builds in Texas to TexansDespite a huge investment in an Austin factory, Texas hasn't made any significant effort to change its franchise laws preventing Tesla from its direct-sales model.
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How long will my EV battery last? California proposes degradation limitsElectric vehicle batteries that don't last the life of the vehicle miss the environmental point—and CARB won't let that slide.
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Report: 60% EV sales globally by 2030 needed for net-zero emissions by 2050An analysis from the IEA highlights the need for prompt action from the U.S. and other nations in encouraging more electric vehicles.
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Large touchscreen interfaces are a big part of the user experience in the Air electric sedan, but it doesn't get rid of all the buttons.
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 subscription will let EV intenders try before they buyHyundai's electric car subscription won't have a long term like a lease; it will be more like an extended test-drive.
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Lordstown sees the F-150 Lightning as validating its electric-truck modelLordstown Motors reported that it doesn't have the cash to ramp up production of the Endurance electric pickup as rapidly as it wants.
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Ford is developing electric Explorer SUV, two dedicated EV platforms for debut by 2025Two new electric vehicle platforms might span everything from electric versions of the Ford Explorer and Expedition, and the Lincoln Navigator.
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10 reasons the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is irresistibleThe Ioniq 5 is Hyundai's first dedicated electric vehicle, and it's something different whether your benchmark is a gasoline model, a Tesla, or something else.
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Nissan claims more than 200,000 hand-raisers for Ariya EVGlobally, the Ariya electric crossover could be shaping up to be a popular model and strong alternative to the Tesla Model Y or Hyundai Ioniq 5.
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The Toyota luxury brand is treading cautiously into plug-in vehicles, but it will soon have both an electric vehicle and a plug-in hybrid for the U.S. market.
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Up close with the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV: Meshing old and new has never looked this goodThe 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a true head turner with its retro-futuristic styling hitting all the right notes.
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2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5: Targeted 300 miles, 18-minute fast-charging for US-spec electric carThe 2022 Ioniq 5 can charge from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes at a 350-kw DC fast-charger, and it can recover 68 miles of range in about five minutes.
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California approves EV mandate for Uber and LyftThe state will require companies to submit two-year plans that ensure, step by step, that 90% of ride-hailing miles are electric by 2030.
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Ford F-150 Lightning Pro electric work truck: 300-mile version will add $10,000The top-selling truck is playing to the pragmatic with its F-150 Lightning electric pickup—starting with a $39,974 base price and a lot of towing, hauling, and charging flexibility.
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Fisker intends to make first all-electric PopemobileThe Fisker Ocean electric SUV might be the basis for papal transit.
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