Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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EV sales will accelerate rapidly over the next few years, topping two-thirds of global car sales by 2030, the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) predicts.
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Toyota recasts hybrids without charge ports as "hybrid EVs"
The latest stretch for Toyota marketing sees hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and fully electric vehicles all becoming different types of EVs. Which is which?
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2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron EV updates suggest range boost, sportier tuning
Based on updates given to the European-market version, the 2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron is likely to charge quicker and offer more range, while new steering and suspension tuning may give it a sportier edge.
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China updates its EV charging standard, claims cross-compatibility
The harmonized standard is claimed to be back-compatible with both CHAdeMO and CCS, while it offers high-power charging up to 1.2 megawatts.
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UK delay of ban on gas models irks automakers, climate groups
Climate effects aside, automakers are now also reportedly concerned that a delay of the EV mandate will upset future plans, and the rebound of auto manufacturing in the U.K. post-Brexit.
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Tesla Model 3 earns a spot among top 10 leased vehicles
The Tesla Model 3 is also the only model on that list in which leasing costs more per month than buying.
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Hot weather can cause EV batteries to degrade faster, but there are some simple things owners can do to help protect their cars, according battery-health analysis firm Recurrent.
Recurrent publishes...
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2025 Mini Countryman Electric crossover set for fall 2024 US arrival
This is the first time the Countryman will be available with an all-electric powertrain, although a plug-in hybrid version is currently offered.
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Feds free up $100M to replace unreliable EV chargers
The program for charger reliability and accessibility is new, but it comes from infrastructure law funding—and it should go a long way toward replacing chargers that don't work.
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Dodge Hornet R/T, Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEVs recalled over fire concern
Until the recall is addressed the automaker advises both of these plug-in hybrids be parked away from structures—so they might not be able to use their 33 electric miles as often.
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Tesla loyalty is high, but Rivian and Lucid are luring owners away
Most Tesla owners stay with the brand, although a strong set of Model S rivals and the lack of a step-up product from Model Y has led to some defections to other brands.
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California tackles low-income EV fast-charging gap with $38M
The money will help fund the installation of DC fast-chargers in disadvantaged communities—fitting in alongside new EV purchase incentives dependent on income.
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Toyota on Thursday provided an update on its battery development plans, including a more detailed roadmap for the rollout of solid-state batteries.
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Hyundai Ioniq 6, Genesis Electrified GV70 earn top IIHS safety ratings
Three fully electric models join the safety organization's honor roll, offering top occupant safety, accident avoidance systems, and more.
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2024 Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid makes the list of safest SUVs
A handful of other plug-in hybrids, including the Toyota Prius Prime, Lexus NX 450h, and Volvo XC90 Recharge, also made the Top Safety Pick+ list this year.
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BMW, Ford, Honda ally for tech enabling EVs to support the grid
Called ChargeScape, the company aims to connect EV owners in the U.S. and Canada with electric utilities for "EV-enabled grid services."
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2023 Porsche Taycan, Audi E-Tron GT recalled for battery seal
Some owners of the Taycan and E-Tron GT might end up with new packs because of an issue that can allow liquid to accumulate.
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China's Gotion will make EV-bound LFP batteries in Illinois
The plant will build both battery cells and packs, and while a release indicated they'll go into EVs, Gotion hasn't yet announced any EV supply deal for North America.
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Lotus will take on the Porsche Taycan, Tesla Model S Plaid, and Lucid Air Sapphire with its own high-performance electric sedan.
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Report: Mercedes might use BYD battery for Model 3 rival in China
A BYD battery would be the first use of LFP in a production Mercedes.
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2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally EV vies for a dirt-track date
Ford is applying its rally history with the Escort, Focus, and RS200 to the Mustang Mach-E electric SUV—with an emphasis on the loose gravel and even quicker on-pavement acceleration times than the GT.
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Hilton Hotels' 20,000 Tesla chargers offer EVs an overnight charge
The Level 2 Universal Wall Connector chargers will be able to top off many EVs during an overnight stay.
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Toyota reveals hydrogen fuel-cell electric pickup truck
The hydrogen fuel-cell pickup is roughly the same size as the U.S. Tacoma, and this particular project had the backing of the U.K. government and partner companies.
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US EV adoption is becoming more polarized by state
States that have promoted EV adoption with incentives and infrastructure projects are starting to see it show in sales, while other states aren't—and EV adoption is even in a decline in some of them.
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