Electric Cars
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Porsche aimed to see how its design language could apply to a completely different kind of vehicle—here, an curvy, modern electric van.
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Electrify America passes 500 charging-station locations, as it keeps building networkEA's network, much of it strategically located for electric-car road trips, has more than 2,200 fast-charging stations.
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Ford reveals E-Transit electric vans for $45,000, ready to scale upThe Ford E-Transit lineup of electric vans will come in a range of configurations, with enough battery for crosstown deliveries.
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R1T and R1S electric trucks: Rivian confirms more about pricing, range, specs ahead of ordersWith a configurator set to be online starting later this month, Rivian has released info about trims, pricing, options, and driving range for its R1T electric pickup and R1S electric SUV.
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Hyundai will have at least 10 electrified cars in its US lineup by 2022A wide range of hybrids and plug-in hybrids, as well as at least 3 fully electric vehicles, will round out the lineup within two years.
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2022 BMW iX revealed: 300-mile electric SUV is a family-size tech flagshipBig electric SUV essentially reboots BMW's 'i' sub-brand that started with the i3 electric car. It doesn't appear to be much less quirky.
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Tech from TI is helping supply makers of electric and electrified vehicles with downsized, more efficient components.
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Ford says E-Transit vans will meet growing demand for electric delivery servicesThe lineup of Ford E-Transit electric vans on the way will help address an increased awareness of the carbon footprint of delivery services.
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2022 Chevy Bolt EUV teased: Does revised interface bridge the gap to future EVs?GM noted its pivot to "software as a service" features in upcoming EVs, and teased a refreshed interface in the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV.
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Report: AI will dramatically speed up battery development—and thus, EV adoptionWith the use of machine learning and AI, electric-car battery researchers may be able to speed up the time needed for materials choices and cell design.
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Nio offers 100-kwh battery pack, more range in subscription-based upgradeA larger battery is being offered as an upgrade by subscription, and with battery-swapping already offered it adds up to a lot of flexibility—all in China, so far.
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Kit can help convert any classic Mini to all-electric—but it's not cheapThe conversion kit and battery alone—not counting labor—could cost more than a brand-new Mini Cooper SE electric car.
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After some false starts, Bentley plans to embrace electrification in multiple forms starting over the next several years.
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Biden would be better for US electric-car future, VW CEO saysAt least one CEO has come out and said what a critical mass of supporting facts point to: Biden will boost EVs in America.
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EV makers need to rethink data policies with passage of "right to repair" lawAn Election Day measure in Massachusetts could upend some of the assumptions automakers make about their electric vehicle data.
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VW project to transition Greek "model island" to electric vehicles, renewable powerVolkswagen plans to turn the island of Astypalea into a hub for green mobility and climate-neutral infrastructure.
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2022 Audi E-Tron GT: Charging and performance details for flagship electric carBuilt on the same 800V platform as the Porsche Taycan, the E-Tron GT electric car will get its own battery, sound, and performance tuning.
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Kandi claims $7,999 effective cost in California for 59-mile electric car, K27 cleared for road useWith an anticipated 59 miles of range, the Kandi K27 offers a unique alternative to used EVs.
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Have hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and battery electric cars helped Europe break its diesel habit?
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With Mercedes tech, Aston Martin plans to electrify 20% of its fleet by 2024A deal that gives Mercedes-Benz a share of Aston Martin will help get the small independent automaker the tools for hybrid and electric.
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Ford is betting on commercial electric vehicles, affordable EVs, says CEOFord is aiming for some radical changes in its business, rather than its product, as it ramps up to make affordable electric vehicles.
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Volvo is developing its own electric motors for EVs, in Sweden and ChinaWith development of the entire propulsion system in concert, Volvo will be able to boost its future electric vehicles' efficiency and performance.
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Nissan teases potential of Ariya electric crossover for Europe, as US election nearsAlthough the Ariya electric crossover is due to arrive in Europe after the U.S., Nissan appears to be waiting until the U.S. election to steer its marketing for the model.
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Mitsubishi invests in WiTricity, for wireless EV charging pushIt's not yet clear where Mitsubishi might be going with its wireless-charging investment, but "smart cities" applications could take the brand in a new direction.
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