Electric Cars
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The GranTurismo Folgore coupe, is due first, in 2023, with a GranCabrio convertible version following later in the year.
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Up close with the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX: Slipping into a not-so-distant futureThe EQXX isn’t a far-out concept car with hypothetical tech; it hints at upcoming compact and mid-size models that could boast breakthrough efficiency.
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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE: Electric sedan sized like Model S arrives late 2022The EQE is sized closely to the Tesla Model S and loaded with tech features like rear-axle steering. It arrives in late 2022.
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Rivian stands out among EV-only automakers as one of few outsourcing electric motorsRivian outsourced its motors to help accelerate the launch timeline for its R1T and R1S trucks. But it's planning to phase in its own motor design.
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Audi A6 Avant E-Tron Concept: Sharp electric sport wagon packs speedy-charging 800V techThe racy-looking Avant E-Tron previews a production model unlikely to reach the U.S., but its platform will underpin upcoming Audi EVs for global markets
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First drive review: 2023 Subaru Solterra sheds Toyota’s skin off-roadSubaru's first electric vehicle breaks from the related Toyota BZ4X once it leaves the pavement.
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The EPA range rating for the i7 electric luxury sedan will top 300 miles, BMW indicated—but not by much.
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CEO: Porsche plans to build charging network, 718 sports car going electricPorsche's charging network will be for owners and customers of the brand, although it plans to keep supporting existing infrastructure.
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Washington State aims to end gasoline car sales by 2030—really, this timeLegislation that recently passed would require all new vehicles weighing 10,000 pounds or less to be electric.
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GM confirms Cadillac Lyriq EV production starts March 21, new orders open May 19The first of a series of fully electric models that will remake the luxury brand is arriving very soon.
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Used Jaguar I-Pace batteries are supporting Formula E racingSecond-use I-Pace batteries powered diagnostic equipment for the race cars, and provided auxiliary power for the team garage, according to Jaguar.
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Volvo plans an EV charging network with a Starbucks at every stopVolvo plans to add up to 60 ChargePoint DC fast-chargers at up to 15 stores along a 1,350-mile route.
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Today's base Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive has more range than the Standard Range Plus, but that discontinued model accelerated quicker and was better in the cold.
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Mercedes will make electric EQS SUV in Alabama with locally sourced batteriesBattery cells for U.S.-made EVs will come from Nissan's favored supplier for the Leaf, AESC, as part of a plan for local cell supply around the world.
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GM developed the GMC Hummer EV in record time: Here’s the backstoryA GM commissioned documentary looks at how GM managed to develop the Hummer EV so quickly.
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Sono Sion solar hatchback on track for 2023 production, company saysThe Munich-based fledgling solar-car maker is working toward a finalized design, with complete and test vehicles, and it still plans to make the Sion in 2023.
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Ford confirms second VW-based EV for Europe, electric version of sporty Puma crossoverFord also teased a photo of the first crossover based on VW underpinnings, due to be made in Cologne, Germany, starting in 2023.
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Mustang Mach-E electric SUV demand so strong Ford might not take your orderFord isn’t currently accepting orders for two of the most popular versions of the Mach-E, due to strong demand. It plans to triple production in 2023.
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The goal is to create batteries for a planned "ultra-luxury performance EV," part of plans to electrify 20% of its fleet by 2024.
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Energy, power, cells, modules, cooling: Watch Lucid's CEO give the best EV battery primer yetLucid's CEO and CTO Peter Rawlinson teaches the basics on EV batteries while showing off some of the brand's tech.
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Ford and PG&E study how F-150 Lightning might support the grid, not just the homePG&E will explore how the F-150 Lightning and its hardware could interconnect with the grid, and how bidirectional charging might support resiliency during grid outages.
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Rivian plans LFP cells, heat pump, 800V upgrade; 2022 production plan halved to 25,000Rivian will follow Tesla in making its base battery pack based on LFP cells. It also released more information on its Dual Motor models and upcoming 800V upgrades.
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Affordable electric Chevy Blazer due in 2023—sporty SS version tooA Chevrolet Blazer SS performance version will be offered for the electric Blazer due in 2023, as the brand continues to electrify its heritage models.
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Ethanol producers, states join opposition to stricter Biden emissions and mpg standardsProducers argue that the new rules exceed the EPA's authority because they effectively force automakers to produce electric cars
Stephen Edelstein