Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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The Rimac C_Two electric supercar is undergoing final testing and regulatory certification ahead of the start of deliveries in 2021. Part of that process involves testing for electromagnetic...
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2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid: 17-mile, 35-mpg plug-in gets ride-and-handling retuneSubaru has introduced a set of ride, handling, and trim improvements to the Crosstrek Hybrid, but its plug-in hybrid powertrain continues unchanged.
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Environmental groups call out carmakers opposing cleaner California standards, EV mandateFiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, and Toyota are still involved in challenging California's standards.
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Karma GS-6 plug-in hybrid will be more affordable, slotting below revamped Revero GT flagshipThe vehicle that started out at the Fisker Karma has been given yet another revamp—and this time, it appears, a deep price cut.
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Subaru electric crossover: How it could take form in 2021The product of a joint development venture with Toyota could arrive in prototype form as soon as late 2021 and would represent some firsts for Subaru.
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Arizona plant for Lucid Air electric sedan is complete, as company plans expansion for 2023 SUVEven before deliveries of the Lucid Air have started, the California electric-vehicle company will start expanding in Arizona for its second model.
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A previously-discussed Ford electric car based on Volkswagen's MEB platform will be built in Germany, at one of the Blue Oval's own factories, Automotive News reported Sunday.
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GM nixes Nikola Badger electric pickup and investment, will supply fuel-cell techNikola and General Motors have reached an agreement under which GM will supply fuel-cell hardware for a fee, but GM's investment in Nikola and pickup plans are off.
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Hyundai hydrogen fuel-cell system might power French-made Grenadier off-road SUVThe factory that previously built Smart minicars could conceivably build a big hydrogen fuel-cell SUV with off-road prowess and a vintage look.
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Tesla recalls Model X, Model Y for separate issues, both assembly-relatedAssembly woes like those reported in quality and reliability surveys appear to be to blame for two new Tesla recalls.
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Musk: 435-mile range coming soon, compact Tesla hatchback considered for EuropeA compact hatchback model could help Tesla gain sales in Europe and beyond, while CEO Musk hinted that another range boost is near.
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Report: Dealers not sold on GM's all-electric vision for Cadillac can sell outThe Cadillac luxury brand could shed some stores that don't buy into an all-electric plan for the brand, which requires costly upgrades for chargers and more.
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General Motors Monday confirmed that it has halted its challenge of California's ability to set its own, stricter emissions standards.
Along with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Toyota, GM backed...
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Karma sues EV startup Lordstown, claims it stole infotainment techLordstown poached employees and stole infotainment secrets and know-how from Karma Automotive, the latter alleges.
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Report: Nissan and Detroit startup Hercules could pair up for electric truckNissan has plenty of electric-vehicle expertise, but could it benefit from the pace of a startup for making a niche electric truck?
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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs. Chevy Bolt EV: One of these is much cheaper with incentivesThe pricing landscape for affordable electric vehicles has changed around the Chevy Bolt EV, and the Mach-E is one competitive example.
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Tesla Model Y reliability "much worse than average," Consumer Reports saysTo be fair, many of the Model Y issues CR suggests sound like fit and finish issues rather than failures that will leave owners stranded.
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Bigger batteries vs. weight reduction: Neither way of boosting EV range is cheap, report showsAutomakers face a dilemma in which they need to make a bet on the continued advances in battery cost, advanced materials, or both.
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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and state utilities have partnered to offer car buyers a $1,500 point-of-sale rebate for electric cars or plug-in hybrids.
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UK steps up plan for EV transition, new gasoline cars banned from 2035Under a newly detailed plan, anything with an engine under the hood would be primarily a plug-in hybrid by 2030, on the way to all EVs by 2035.
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Tesla, Lucid, Rivian, utility and charging interests unite toward 100% EVs by 2030EV makers, charging interests, and utilities have formed ZETA, aiming to shape policy toward more electric vehicles in the U.S.
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Rivian R1T configurator reveals $10,000 premium for 400+ mile range in electric trucksWant to step up to the maximum range in the Rivitan R1T electric pickup or R1S electric SUV? Expect to pay about $10,000 extra.
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Tesla is discontinuing the $35,000 Model 3—yes, againThe second iteration of the $35,000 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range, which is actually a downgraded Standard Range Plus, will go away after 2020.
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Lordstown Motors claims 50,000 orders for electric pickup, arriving fall 2021The Ohio company has provided an update on its Endurance electric truck that suggests it will be popular with companies and utilities—and perhaps government fleets.
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