Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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EVs may not achieve cost parity with gasoline cars until after 2030, Ford CEO Jim Farley said Wednesday.
Speaking at an investor conference, Farley said that, for most automakers, EVs will remain...
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2019-2024 Jaguar I-Pace recalled over battery fire concernSome I-Paces from the 2019-2024 model years have been recalled due to potential battery overheating and fire issues. A recall remedy is said to solve the issue with software.
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US and Canada collaborate on EV charging corridorThe corridor will effectively connect the respective traditional focal points of the U.S. and Canadian auto industry.
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Yes, wiper fluid is a source of harmful vehicle emissionsAs people shift to EVs, wiper fluid will become a bigger portion of the greenhouse-gas emissions—and in-use carbon footprint—associated with cars.
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Dealerships plan to spend $5.5B in EV infrastructureEV chargers and other upgrades required of U.S. vehicle dealers add up to billions of infrastructure spending at the local level, according to the trade group representing dealerships.
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EV startup Aehra plans to emphasize efficiency, battery repairabilityThe Italy-based firm recently announced that battery packs will be supplied by Austria-based Miba Battery Systems, with an emphasis on efficiency and a long life span.
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Startup Atlas E-Mobility Group on Thursday announced plans to launch what it claims will be the first EV designed and engineered in Africa.
Headquartered in London, but with development and...
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Study: Tesla leads other EVs in miles driven per yearElectric cars cost an average 47% more than internal-combustion cars but are driven 29% less, according to the analysis.
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Hyundai undercuts Tesla with Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6 lease pricesReduced lease rates on these models are due to a $7,500 incentive Hyundai is offering on leases for these models—likely federal money passed down as a subsidy.
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2024 BMW i5: Electric 5-Series starts at $67,795 and 295 milesBMW estimates 295 miles of EPA range for the eDrive40 with standard 19-inch wheels, while the i5 M60 xDrive goes 256 miles.
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Volvo EX30 claims lowest-ever carbon footprint for brandThe upcoming Volvo EX30 will represent a 25% reduction in lifecycle carbon emissions versus the C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge EVs
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What is all the fuss over AM radio in EVs?Reasons for pulling AM radio have included a supposed loss of interest in the band by owners, interference from EV powertrains, and the lack of the band in Europe.
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The Megawatt Charging Standard (MCS) formalized just last summer will pave the way for more electric big rigs at the expense of hydrogen fuel-cell trucks, an electric-truck consultant predicts.
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BMW tests how its EVs might supplement the gridBMW and PG&E plan to follow up the pilot program with a "field trial" in California, and a fleet of vehicles equipped for V2G operation.
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Chevy Silverado EV WT vs. Ford F-150 Lightning Pro: Electric work trucks comparedAn affordable, work-oriented Tradesman version of the Ram 1500 REV electric truck will also be offered, and Ram says that it will be widely available, not only to fleet and work buyers.
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Toyota plans to boost US hybrid production with demandMore of its hybrid powertrains and engines will be sourced from the U.S., for U.S. vehicle assembly plants.
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Why aren't EVs staying in the US fleet as long as gasoline models?Insurance could well be the issue, or part of it, as insurers are far too eager to completely write off EVs rather than fix them—especially when the battery pack is involved.
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Chevrolet Silverado EV rated at 450 miles of range in work truck form
Electric pickup truck would have one of the highest range ratings in its segment, if verified by the EPA.
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A robotic EV charger will be put to the test at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in the coming months as part of a pilot program for innovative charging solutions.
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Honda plans fuel-cell semi, ponders hydrogen for small mobilityHonda's hydrogen plans include a fuel-cell semi with Isuzu and internal-combustion engines potentially for motorcycles or mopeds.
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Utility-owned EV fast-charging stations will fill the gap in UtahThe 80 chargers across 20 sites will make electric road trips and EV ownership more viable well beyond Salt Lake City.
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Former Audi CEO admits guilt in diesel scandal, pays $1.2M fineRupert Stadler allegedly admitted culpability in keeping affected diesel vehicles on sale after news of the scandal broke in late 2015.
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Ford E-Tourneo Courier shows how versatile small EVs can beWhile Ford sends signals it's going big with upcoming EVs for the U.S., it revealed a very intriguing small EV for Europe.
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Stellantis-LG battery plant stalls due to lack of Canadian supportStellantis also plans a technology center for battery cells, modules, and battery packs near the plant, so much rests on a resolution.
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