Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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Mini on Wednesday unveiled a new entry electric model, although it's unclear if it will reach the U.S.
Called the Aceman, the new model is a crossover that borrows the name and minimalist look from...
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Tesla Model 3 Performance bows with adaptive suspension, track modeTesla claims more consistent performance and aerodynamic benefits, plus a new set of sport seats and a screen for rear-seat passengers.
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Vinfast adds US dealer franchises, as EV deliveries lag targetsMeanwhile, construction is reportedly paused at Vinfast's factory in North Carolina, with it reportedly seeking a smaller footprint.
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Study: Tesla leads with lowest ownership cost, beats ToyotaTesla was the only brand surveyed with an all-EV lineup—and previous studies have shown EVs to have substantially lower ownership costs.
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Hyundai window-tinting tech could save more energy in summer heatHyundai's Nano Cooling Film reduces interior temperatures by specifically blocking external heat and radiating internal heat toward the outside of the vehicle.
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Land Rover EV conversion packs in-wheel motors, weighs same as originalWith a modest battery pack and Protean in-wheel units, this classic Land Rover Defender conversion likely weighs less than upcoming Land Rover EVs.
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Disneyland will replace gasoline vehicles at its Autopia ride with EVs in 2026, the Los Angeles Times confirmed this week.
Autopia is one of the longer-running attractions at the Anaheim, California,...
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US EV fast-charger growth is accelerating, filling in the flyoversWith a recent growth spurt of installations, there is now one DC fast charger for every 15 U.S. gas stations.
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Report: EV factories may be leading utilities to dirtier decisionsDid new natural gas-fired power plants come about because of new EV factories and battery plants in the Southeast?
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Report: US-made 3-row electric SUV is Toyota Highlander EVThe Highlander would go all-EV, while the Grand Highlander would continue in ICE versions.
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2023-2024 Toyota Prius recall prompts advice to lock doorsIn the latest Toyota Prius and Prius Prime, water can enter and short circuit rear door latches, which may allow them to open while the car is moving.
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If $50,000 EVs still lose $6,000, when will EVs become profitable?A recent analysis suggests automakers are still losing thousands on each EV sold—perhaps even on programs that have targeted profitability.
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Mercedes-Benz is scrapping extended-range EV powertrains after tests of prototypes, according to an Autocar report citing an anonymous source with knowledge of the matter.
Mercedes built and tested...
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2024 Lucid Air Grand Touring adds heat pump, charges up to 30% fasterThe Grand Touring also preserves its 516-mile range rating despite more stringent testing, Lucid claims.
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Maserati reveals US-bound luxury electric convertibleThe GranTurismo Folgore might be the first fully electric convertible to arrive in the U.S. in years.
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Report: China now makes enough batteries for global EV productionManufacturing capacity for EV batteries is set to far outpace growth, noted BNEF last week—even including continued global EV sales growth.
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Half of 2024 EVs have lower 5-year ownership cost vs. ICEDespite strong depreciation, and before several more EV models qualified for the tax credit, nearly half of EVs cost less over time.
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Fewer Americans aspire to EV ownership, Gallup poll suggestsIn a recent poll, Gallup found that 35% might consider buying an EV in the future—down from 43% a year ago.
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EVs could end up using a lot of electricity, but efficiency improvements to support them could significantly reduce the need for new grid infrastructure, cut energy usage, and potentially save...
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Sales of big pickups help bankroll EV push, but they're sinkingHigh interest rates have slowed truck sales—and if it lasts, it might affect the depth of EV development at legacy automakers.
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Voltpost rolls out curbside US EV chargers: Here's how they lookLamppost chargers from Voltpost can be added by cities at a fraction of the cost of new chargers, and they're coming soon to several U.S. big cities.
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Ford reverses course, cuts F-150 Lightning prices by up to $5,500The F-150 Lightning Flash Extended Range gets a $5,500 price cut, while other models dip significantly.
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Rimac will help BMW with next-gen EV battery packsThe Croatian company started with a BMW EV conversion but now will be a supplier for future EVs from the German automaker.
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Connecticut and Maine delay adopting California EV mandateEnvironmentalists and EV advocates are blaming misinformation campaigns for these states' difficulties adopting policy they'd already agreed on.
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