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The charging robot, developed by EFI Automotive, intelligently detects the vehicle’s charging needs, moves into place for the charge, and will choose off-peak times to do so when possible.
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Chinese startup might soon make EVs with cell-to-chassis techChina's Neta Auto claims that all battery components are housed in the vehicle's structure, with no need for a separate battery pack—improving everything from range to safety.
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Virtual power plants of GM, Ford EVs could cut "peaker" pollutionVast pools of EVs could help smooth the grid during peak times, reducing the need to ramp up dirtier generation sources.
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Range-extended Mazda MX-30 on hold, EV battery costs, Ioniq 5 crab walk: Today’s Car NewsHyundai shows how tech intended for future mobility might make all EVs easier to park. Considering inflation, battery costs might not have surged so much. And don’t hold out for a rotary range-extended Mazda EV. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Mazda has revealed pricing for its...
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2023 Mazda MX-30 EV carries over, as range-extended rotary idlesMazda confirmed that a rotary-engine range-extended version of the MX-30, called the MX-30 R-EV, is Europe-bound. But it appears that a U.S. debut has been delayed or canceled.
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DOE: In 2022 money, EV battery costs have kept fallingOn a constant-dollar basis, battery costs fell slightly in 2022 based on usable energy, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
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With e-corner, the Ioniq 5 can crab sideways like a GMC Hummer EV, or turn in place much like the "tank turn" maneuver exhibited by Rivian and Mercedes-Benz EQG prototypes.
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Ram racing ahead of regulation, Lightyear 2 waitlist, Goodyear sustainable tire: Today’s Car NewsA Ram extended-range EV will help run faster than regulations. Lightyear opens the waitlist for its $40,000 model. Goodyear shows a tire that’s 90% sustainable. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. While Ford and GM are aiming to make electric trucks and gasoline ones in the years ahead...
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Stellantis CEO: Ram range-extended electric pickup to outrun regulationsKeeping ahead of regulators is part of the motivation behind a range-extended Ram electric truck that's in the works.
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Goodyear shows fuel-saving tire with 90% sustainable materialsThe demonstration tire shows Goodyear has the capability to make a tire with 90% sustainable content, even as it aims to launch a production tire with 70% sustainable content this year.
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Waitlist opens for $40,000 Lightyear 2 solar car due in 2025The Lightyear 2 will have a real-world range near 500 miles, according to the company—and, likely, the same level of emphasis on reducing dependence on charging infrastructure.
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Ram range-extended EV, heated seat belt, Mercedes charging network, Vinfast update: Today’s Car NewsMercedes has announced its own charging network. Vinfast revealed more details about its smaller EVs. A heated seat belt could help unlock more winter-time EV range. And how will a Ram range-extended electric truck take form? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Stellantis’ Ram brand...
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While it might sound extravagant and unnecessary, ZF's Heat Belt helps to steer the burden away from conventional cabin heating.
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Ram confirms range-extended EV, considers fuel-cell HD trucksForget about a plug-in hybrid; Ram will add class-leading real-world range with a gasoline range extender. And it's considering hydrogen fuel-cell heavy-duty trucks for the near future.
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Vinfast details smaller VF 6 and VF 7, confirms US VF 8 deliveriesVinfast now says the first U.S. customer cars were delivered in December, shortly after their arrival from Vietnam.
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Mercedes plans own EV fast-charging network, starting with AmericaAt CES, the automaker announced an initiative to place EV fast-charging sites along highways, while also near amenities and Mercedes dealerships.
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F-150 Lightning wins, Ram electric truck concept, VW ID.7 prototype, Rivian vans: The Week in ReverseWhich popular EV got a price hike the same week it once again became eligible for the $7,500 EV tax credit? What did the Sony-Honda electric car venture choose as its brand name? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending January 6...
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Ram Revolution concept, Ram PHEV, Afeela debut, BMW CES concept: Today’s Car NewsBMW is going back to basics with the look and the interface for its mid-decade EVs. The Sony-Honda EV brand now has a name. Stellantis is getting in the electric aircraft business. Ram reveals the direction of its future trucks, and it’s electric. And there’s another Ram plug-in on the...
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In design, the BMW i Vision Dee bucks the trend of more screens—and it harks back to the heritage of small, sporty BMW 3-Series models.
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Sony-Honda EV takes form with new prototype, Afeela brandAfeela's sleek sedan prototype previews a production model due for North American deliveries in spring 2026.
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Ram plug-in hybrid pickup will sell alongside fully electric truckA plug-in hybrid Ram pickup would allow daily plug-in electric driving plus long-range towing on the weekends.
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Ram 1500 BEV Concept electric pickup bows with three-row seatingThird-row jump seats, a curvaceous exterior, and a nearly buttonless interior are among the concept details Ram is teasing in its shift to an electric pickup truck.
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Study: EV adoption faces critical cost barriersAn annual study from Deloitte suggests that concern over EV cost appears to be growing—not surprising for a year when EV sticker prices and battery costs soared.
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Stellantis will build 100-mile electric aircraft for ArcherAt CES in Las Vegas, Stellantis announced that it will build the Archer Midnight electric aircraft and invest $150 million in Archer Aviation through 2024.
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