Electric Cars
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Porsche demonstrated the performance and long-distance endurance of its upcoming electric car—and its 800-volt charging.
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Porsche shows Taycan interior in Apple Music announcementPorsche has given a first glimpse of the production interior for its Taycan electric car, as part of an announcement that it will feature Apple Music streaming.
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Reality check: CHAdeMO fast-charging stations still outnumber CCS onesThe CCS standard for DC fast charging has prevailed, but in late 2019 it still isn't the prevalent one.
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Rivian R1S SUV to offer four roof options, but no sliding moonroofRivian is planning to offer a wide range of choice in its upcoming R1S electric SUV. That will include four different roof options.
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For VW, focus groups highlight EV-adoption challenges beyond priceVolkswagen knows that there are other hurdles ahead of the successful launch of its mass-market ID cars—like anxiety over charging.
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Rumor: Sixth production-bound VW ID electric car to be previewed with LA show conceptVolkswagen could present another production-intent ID concept at the LA auto show in November.
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Colorado's adoption of California's ZEV mandate and its requirement for plug-in vehicles creates a tougher logistical challenge for automakers.
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First drive review: VW ID Buggy heads for the hills with MEB sharable electric car platformThe Buggy gives us our first taste of the MEB platform coming to the U.S. soon.
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Charging stations now outnumber gas stations in BritainIn the UK, the number of charging-station locations now outnumbers the number of gas-station locations. That's not yet the case in the U.S.
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2019 Audi E-tron is first EV to earn Top Safety Pick+ awardThe IIHS has named the Audi E-tron electric SUV a Top Safety Pick+; it's earned the top award before any Tesla.
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Rivian might build upcoming Ford electric SUVUnder a partnership formed in April, the startup automaker RIvian may build a fully electric SUV for Ford in Illinois.
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Jaguar targets Tesla owners with I-Pace discountsWith sales of the I-Pace electric crossover remaining slow, Jaguar is offering new incentives, including one intended to lure Tesla owners.
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With a fleet test of the Freightliner eCascadia by real customers, Daimler Trucks will fine-tune its upcoming heavy-duty electric semi ahead of its official 2021 production start.
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The fastest Porsche SUV ever is a plug-in hybridThe 2020 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid is the brand's quickest and fastest SUV ever—and a plug-in hybrid permitting all-electric driving for shorter distances.
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Silicon wafer batteries promise lower cost, better stabilityBuilding battery cells on silicon wafers could support current lithium chemistries with less degradation and tendencies toward fire.
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Automotive supplier tests immersion-cooled batteries for EVsThe supplier Ricardo is hoping that a new cooling technology, employing a dialectric gel, will help allow better performance and faster charging.
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French company makes EV conversions easy for old clunkersTransition One is aiming to convert older gasoline cars to electric cars in Europe—for just a fraction of the cost of a new EV.
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Nio looks to shed other businesses to keep building carsThe Chinese automaker Nio is parting with some of its businesses in order to stay solvent, amid sluggish sales.
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A California case alleges that a recent software update reduced range and available battery capacity in lieu of a battery fix.
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Report: Next-generation Minis to go all electricAccording to a report, the next-generation Mini lineup will include just three vehicles and all will feature electric propulsion.
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Can heat pumps solve cold-weather range loss for EVs?Heat pumps and integrated thermal systems could help make up for some (but not all) of the winter range loss in electric vehicles.
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Tesla hiking prices for Full Self-Driving by $1,000 for some ownersTesla is raising the price of its Full Self-Driving Capability driver-assistance system by $1,000 for owners with Enhanced Autopilot who want to upgrade.
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Nissan, EVgo plan more 100-kw fast chargersThe charging network aims to be the largest public network of fast-chargers.
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NHTSA to Tesla: Stop claiming your cars are the safestFederal regulators said that the claims have "intention to mislead the public," Tesla says they're sound.
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