Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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The EPA on Wednesday proposed a new phase of tougher emissions standards for model years 2027 to 2032 that would trigger a massive increase in the sales of EVs—but not technically mandate them.
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Poll: Nearly half in US support EV incentives, fewer to buy themDespite strong support for the policy, Americans aren't necessarily buying EVs for themselves, according to a new poll.
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VW plans 25 EVs qualifying for $7,500 tax credit by 2030The tax-credit rules require North American assembly of vehicles and their battery packs, and set requirements for where battery raw materials can be sourced from.
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BYD active suspension bows with dancing U9 electric sports carIn a preview of an active suspension on the way to its EVs and other models, the U9 electric sports car danced, drove on three wheels, and jumped in the air.
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EPA might ensure 60% EV sales by 2030, align with CaliforniaThe EPA is allegedly considering far stricter tailpipe emissions limits that would effectively force automakers to sell a much higher percentage of EVs sooner, according to an unconfirmed report.
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Should future EPA rules incentivize more efficient EVs?Current greenhouse-gas standards from the EPA don't incentivize more efficient EVs. With the Biden administration considering standards for later in the decade, should they?
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Walmart plans to build its own EV fast-charging network, in what reads as an aspiration to create something much larger than what it currently has with Electrify America.
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Lyft expands Green mode to order up EV rides exclusivelyRides in Green mode are currently $1 more than standard rides. Lyft splits that dollar between the driver and efforts to grow the population of EVs and hybrids.
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Kia boosts global EV target, plans purpose-built robotaxiThe automaker said it's now targeting sales of 1.6 million EVs annually by 2030—up from the previous 1.2 million annually by 2030 announced just last year.
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F-150 Lightning tax credit will remain $7,500 after April 18, Ford saysThe Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring PHEV will also remain at $7,500, while amounts on the Ford Mustang Mach-E and E-Transit EVs, among others, will be cut in half.
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Kia EV9 electric SUV confirmed for Georgia production in 2024The three-row electric SUV will be Kia's first U.S.-built EV and thus qualify for the revamped EV tax credit.
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Sila claims 20% range boost with silicon-anode battery techAnd the tech is coming to Mercedes' electric G-Class, badged EQG.
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Volkswagen is not planning new gasoline or diesel versions of its staple Golf hatchback, long Europe's bestselling car, as it looks to go all-electric, brand boss Thomas Schaefer told German...
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Wireless battery management could add EV range, downsize packsSmaller, lighter batteries are the promise of supplier LG Innotek and an 800-volt BMS recently revealed for production models starting in 2024.
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GM BrightDrop electric trucks are headed to Ryder rental fleetThe BrightDrop vans have an estimated range of up to 250 miles and payload capacity of between 2,000 and 3,400 pounds.
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2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron starts at $75,495, EPA range to 300 milesQ8 E-Tron versions start only somewhat higher than the E-Tron SUV and Sportback they replace—with a lot more range, faster charging, and sportier handling.
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Fisker Ocean tops Model Y in range: 440-mile rating for EuropeThe Ocean isn't available in Europe yet, however—or the U.S.
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Study: Brands not meeting EV demand will lose market shareA study and related forecast from Consumer Reports sees some legacy automakers losing long-term if they don't keep up with EV demand soon.
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Jeep on Thursday unveiled another iteration of its Magneto electric Wrangler concept as it moves toward launching its first production EVs for the U.S.
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Faraday Future starts making FF91, ahead of April 26 launchFaraday is once again also reviving a plan that sounds like that of Faraday's failed Le Eco cousin.
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EU adds e-fuels loophole to 2035 ICE ban, EV charging guidelinesThe EU has added an allowance for cars burning e-fuels, in the face of German opposition.
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NHTSA investigates Tesla Model X seatbelt failuresAn issue with possible seatbelt failures in 2022 and 2023 Tesla Model X electric SUVs could affect up to 50,000 vehicles.
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Battery degradation isn't likely to brick your EV, data confirmsEven considering high mileage EVs, just 1.5% of EV battery packs have been replaced, suggest results from the analysis firm Recurrent.
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Lucid Air OTA update helped narrow recall pool for part defectLucid has pushed an over-the-air update that identifies a flawed contactor in a limited number of vehicles—but it requires owners accepting them.
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