Electric Cars
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Starting in 2024, the federal tax credit introduces far tighter rules on foreign content, and it's becoming apparent that some Teslas won't make the cut.
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2026 Cadillac Vistiq EV will slot between Lyriq and Escalade IQThe three-row Vistiq will slot between the Lyriq and the upcoming electric Escalade in Cadillac's future lineup.
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ChargeX aims to fix public EV charging, starting with error reportingThe recommendations on error reporting come just as the first stations funded through the Biden administration's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program are being built—with the first now up and running.
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Review: 2024 Chevy Blazer EV sets a new heartbeat for AmericaOf all the rivals the Chevrolet Blazer EV might be compared to, it's the only one that was designed for sale primarily in North America—and it shows.
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Ford opts to slow F-150 Lightning EV production, not lower priceA memo to suppliers, cited by Automotive News, stated "changing market demand" as the reason for effectively halving Lightning production.
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2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SE trades some range for lower priceThe base version of the Kona Electric downsizes its battery and loses a little range—but it gains standard tech features and a lower price than last year's base version.
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The White House said Monday that Vermont, Pennsylvania, and Maine have broken ground on NEVI-funded stations, with "additional activity" expected in other states "in the coming weeks."
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Porsche Macan EV advances Taycan tech for the mass marketPorsche says its new electric SUV will take some Taycan lessons and scale them up for the brand's bestseller.
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Green Car Reports’ Best Car To Buy 2024: What didn’t make the cutWhy didn't these EVs and plug-in hybrids make the best of what's new? For some, it simply comes down to timing and access.
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Tesla Cybertruck dumps 12V for 48V, so might next-gen Ford EVsWith the Cybertruck adopting a long-discussed higher voltage for accessories, Tesla CEO Elon Musk is taking on the role of 48-volt evangelist.
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House votes to block emissions rules with misconception of EV mandateThe Republican-controlled House appears to believe these targets constitute an EV mandate—even though the EPA's proposal clearly lays it out as the opposite.
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EPA: Tesla Cybertruck qualifies for the $7,500 EV tax creditThe EPA lists the $99,990 Cyberbeast performance model as qualifying for the full credit in 2023—even though it starts way above the $80,000 cap for trucks, SUVs, and vans.
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Examples of the "missing middle" might include the VW ID.4, originally pitched as a direct rival to the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4.
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Here's how the Ford F-150 Lightning could help lower electric billsThe electric truck's V2H capabilities will be put to the test with smart thermostats to maximize clean energy, ease strain on the grid, and save money on electricity bills.
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Fiat 500e gets 5-minute charging with battery swapping trialA test with California’s Ample will enable 100 Fiat EVs to get fully charged in five minutes by swapping out the modular pack with a freshly charged one.
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Morgan electric 3-wheel sports car chases Aptera, open-air styleWithin a few years there could be two very different interpretations of a lean, speedy, three-wheeled EV, each with very different ideas of design charm.
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Reminder: Most EVs don't deliver EPA range at 70 mphAccording to a test of real-world range, many EVs underperform the EPA range number—although 70-mph highway driving isn't what the EPA number reflects.
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Will reengineered battery packs for Rivian R1S, R1T lower prices?A top Rivian executive recently pointed to work on a simplified pack and module structure that "takes thousands of dollars of cost out."
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The Lucid Air Pure starts at $78,900, while a revamped Air Grand Touring model is arriving in early 2024
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Toyota shows small electric SUV for Europe; is it US-bound?This model could be one of six EVs Toyota plans to launch in Europe by 2026.
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First stations of Pilot-GM EV fast-charging network are openThe network is just one of several automaker-funded DC fast-charging networks in the works and emphasizes fast 350-kw connectors.
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Toyota electric sports car teased with advanced battery techToyota hasn't said which battery tech though. Could a production version of the FT-Se take advantage of its upcoming solid-state batteries?
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2024 Fiat 500e: 149-mile electric minicar returns to US cities at $34,095The Fiat 500e charges quickly at home and its minicar dimensions mean easy urban parking—but don't count on its 149-mile range for highway road trips.
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DOE rules on foreign content could cut tax credit on some EVsNew guidance suggests that EV battery components will be ineligible if from a "foreign entity of concern," such as China, or if a Chinese "parent entity" directly holds more than 50%.
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