Electric Cars
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Remarks from CATL's CEO suggest the companies are considering U.S. LFP production.
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Big Genesis electric SUV warms up, Magma performance sub-brand erupts
The Neolun Concept likely previews the widely expected GV90 electric SUV, while a Magma sub-brand taps into motorsports heat.
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Nissan hybrids and PHEVs US-bound, 3-row electric SUV for 2028
Nissan plans to launch its e-Power hybrid models in the U.S. in 2026, with EVs to follow.
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Jaguar recalls early I-Pace EVs over fire risk
"Multiple technical issues" have led to a higher risk of battery shorts.
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Jeep sidesteps EVs with ICE off-road concepts, points to PHEVs
Among Jeep's annual Moab concepts, the Wrangler Willys Dispatcher taps into a vintage Jeep look and 4xe plug-in hybrid tech. But the brand appears to skip EVs altogether and pivot back to internal combustion engines.
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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range
An 800-volt architecture and cylindrical cells are part of BMW's Gen 6 electric architecture set for a production start in 2025—due in a new Model Y–sized EV by 2027.
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A faulty component can stop charging the 12-volt battery, resulting in a loss of drive power.
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GM considers odd EV battery cell shapes for better cooling
Gaps between the cells would help improve cooling and extend battery life, the automaker claims in a patent application.
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Shell is shedding some gas stations in favor of EV charging
Shell plans to expand the number of EV chargers it operates from 54,000 today to 200,000 by 2030.
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Will Toyota Prius Prime gain EV route planning smarts?
Toyota plug-in hybrids in Europe offer a planner that can hold electric range for urban zones; a comprehensive trip planner could be the next step.
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DOE rule may encourage more plug-in hybrids, fewer EVs
With tweaks to the final rule, it projects 56% EV sales will be needed by 2032, along with at least 13% plug-in hybrids.
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Rivian adapters arrive in April, enable Tesla Supercharger waypoints
The adapters will enable Tesla NACS fast-charging with Rivian electric trucks' native CCS port and will nearly double the number of station options along the way.
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Meanwhile, Fisker continues to negotiate for a "strategic partnership" with a major automaker and push toward a dealer-based model.
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Preview: 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron casts a potent EV shadow
The E-Tron family gains a capable electric midsize SUV that’s learned Audi’s range lessons.
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First Drive: 2024 VW ID.4 is the opening act it was supposed to be
From range and charging to space and comfort, the ID.4 now fits its original mission as a first mass-market EV for the brand and mainstream families.
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Trump promises 100% tariff on Mexico-built Chinese cars—EV or not
Trump, members of Congress, and the Biden administration all look poised to close a loophole that would make Mexico assembly a smart choice for Chinese automakers.
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Mercedes EV range run shows gains from heat pump, solar roof
Efficiency was the focus for a single-charge EV trip in the EQXX engineering concept, covering more than 600 miles on the Arabian Peninsula.
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Gen X, Millennials buy the most EVs, as Boomers dominate policy
A comparison of Gen X, Millennials, and Baby Boomers, all in the same ballpark when it comes to overall vehicle purchase numbers, highlights the generational differences in EV purchases.
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Both automakers will need to see value in an arrangement that could help lower costs for EVs and hybrids.
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Nio and CATL ally for longer-life EV batteries, swapping tech
Current EV battery packs may not usefully outlive the EVs they're installed in, and that could be an issue unless longevity is emphasized, Nio suggests.
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Volvo EX30 EV: LFP version not offered to US is greener pick
The NMC lithium-ion pack in all U.S. versions of the 2025 Volvo EX30 has nearly double the CO2 impact of the LFP pack offered to other markets.
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BMW aggregates more EV chargers, adding Shell ahead of Tesla
Through Shell Recharge Solutions, it will provide access to more than 100,000 public chargers through the My BMW app.
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Volvo seeks 30% quicker EV charging without battery upgrades
A partnership with U.K.-based Breathe Battery Technologies aims to use "algorithm-enabled charging software" to optimize charging rates.
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Biden agencies draw roadmap for EV charging along freight corridors
The push will coordinate a national roadmap and an overarching plan for what has been a piecemeal effort.
Stephen Edelstein