Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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Chinese automaker Nio is partnering with battery supplier CATL for research into longer-life EV batteries, including for use with Nio's battery-swapping service.
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Report: Apps claiming to boost EV efficiency can hike insurance rates
GM is among the companies reselling data recorded as part of an app touted to improve efficiency and safety, among other benefits, according to a report.
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BMW aggregates more EV chargers, adding Shell ahead of Tesla
Through Shell Recharge Solutions, it will provide access to more than 100,000 public chargers through the My BMW app.
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Volvo seeks 30% quicker EV charging without battery upgrades
A partnership with U.K.-based Breathe Battery Technologies aims to use "algorithm-enabled charging software" to optimize charging rates.
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Biden agencies draw roadmap for EV charging along freight corridors
The push will coordinate a national roadmap and an overarching plan for what has been a piecemeal effort.
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More than a third of Prius owners get another one, finds CarMax
The used-car retail giant CarMax found that the Toyota Prius has the highest rate of loyalty of any nameplate.
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Big-box stores and fast-foot chains offer large parking lots perfect for EV charging, but most lag in offering charging to customers, according to a new Consumer Reports study.
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Will a US tariff hike on Chinese EVs keep them out?
The Biden administration has recently reportedly considered hiking tariffs on Chinese EVs, but lawmakers want more action.
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2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron charges faster, goes farther, accelerates quicker
A number of changes given to the Audi Q4 E-Tron should make the 2024 version better-driving and more usable.
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Honda Prologue, Acura ZDX qualify for full $7,500 EV tax credit
The tax credit effectively drops the Prologue EV's base price to $41,295 with destination.
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20-year EV battery, 9-minute charging in Samsung SDI roadmap
Cell-to-pack designs and all-solid-state cells are also in the plan for the battery maker yet this decade.
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2024 Nissan Leaf gets $3,750 EV tax credit back
This credit effectively cuts the price of the Leaf to $25,485 for many households.
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A number of factors may be converging to lower EV battery prices, which in turn could boost EV demand, according to new analysis from Goldman Sachs.
Analysts expect nearly a 40% decline in EV battery...
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Google-backed Gravity claims fastest EV charging in America
The company's initial location fits 24 charging stalls with up to 500 kw into one of the densest parts of Manhattan—indoors—without requiring utility upgrades.
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2024 Nissan Ariya costs up to $6,000 less, Tesla adapter coming
And with the 304-mile Venture+ front-wheel drive model now priced at $42,580, buyers only have to pay $1,600 extra to get the long-range pack.
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2024 Ford E-Transit electric vans get bigger battery, more range
Maximum EPA-cycle range rises to 159 miles—well above these vans' typical 74-mile daily use.
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Audi EV prices lowered by up to $3,000 through Costco
A Costco discount through April 30 cuts prices by $2,000 on the recently revamped Q8 E-Tron and SQ8 E-Tron electric SUVs, among several other Audi models.
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Report: Nissan may build Fisker Alaska electric pickup, its own derivative
A U.S.-made Nissan electric truck might result from a partnership that would also build the Fisker Alaska—and, potentially, keep Fisker financially afloat.
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The 2024 American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) list of "meanest" vehicles for the environment includes the expected array of gas-guzzling trucks—but also one EV.
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Fisker confirms potential EV partnership with "large automaker"
The partnership, still in negotiation, might involve investment plus North American manufacturing and EV platforms, according to the company.
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Rivian trip planning adds Tesla chargers in March, adapters coming soon
Tesla has added Rivian to the list of Supercharger-supported brands "coming spring 2024," along with General Motors, Volvo, and Polestar.
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These EVs are top-rated for safety by the IIHS
Only the Genesis Electrified G80, Hyundai Ioniq 6, and Tesla Model Y earned the Top Safety Pick+ award, but there were plenty of other choices on the next-best Top Safety Pick list.
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Aston Martin delays first EV for lack of demand
The British brand will rely on California's Lucid for some powertrain components in its upcoming EVs, under a 2023 agreement.
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2024 VW ID.4 price rises for substantial upgrades, more range
The base price for the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 rises $2,370 versus last year, but other versions benefit from stronger performance and a much-needed infotainment update.
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