Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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Volvo is planning to expand its EV lineup at the behest of parent company Geely, Reuters reported Thursday.
The automaker plans to launch six new EVs through 2026, according to the report, which...
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Kansas lawmakers want to tax public EV chargingHome charging wouldn't be taxed, though, which has some calling foul as it penalizes those who rent and are dependent on public charging.
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Study: 1,104 new EV fast-charging stations will meet 50-mile intervalA new study suggests that with 1,104 additional fast-charging locations, major transportation corridors will be covered.
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Does Toyota CEO change signal it's going all-in on EVs?Certainly not. Toyota recently re-upped its argument that lithium will be in short supply and CO2 reductions will go farther with hybrids, fuel cells, and PHEVs.
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2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 rated at 361 miles, tops Model 3 Long RangeHyundai's 140 MPGe (4.2 mi/kwh) combined figure also ties the Lucid Air for efficiency, although the RWD Lucid Air Pure due later in the year will likely leap well ahead.
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First of heaviest Hummer SUV ever auctioned for Tread Lightly causeThese proceeds serve to remind that the pickup version of this electric truck weighs more than 9,000 pounds.
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Electrify America on Monday announced plans to install EV fast-charging stations at TravelCenters of America (TA) locations beginning later this year.
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Study: Smaller EV batteries would lessen lithium-mining messLimiting the size of EV batteries could bring significant positive environmental impact, a report suggests.
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Audi electric off-road SUV might share Scout EV bonesAccording to a recent report, Audi is considering an electric SUV with serious off-road ability; it might share underpinnings with VW's upcoming Scout SUVs.
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EVs near a fifth of California sales: Is Tesla's lead shrinking?Tesla's lead by EV market share may be shrinking somewhat, while the Bolt EV and EUV and Mustang Mach-E are rising.
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Manchin seeks to delay EV tax credits so they can follow the lawDue to delayed guidance from the Treasury Department, many vehicles that most certainly won't be eligible for the tax credit as it was passed by the IRA are able to claim a full credit.
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Report: Toyota dedicated EV platform may be five years offToyota has reportedly said yes to a dedicated EV platform that might underpin higher-volume EVs. But it might arrive until 2028.
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In a potentially significant shift for the Detroit automaker, General Motors is considering cylindrical battery cells for future EVs, according to TheElec, a battery-focused South Korean trade...
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Tesla's Nevada Gigafactory expansion: Batteries for 1.5M EVs annuallyTesla is claiming to apply some of its manufacturing know-how back to battery cells, in a facility that vastly cuts the investment and space needed for a specific output.
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Report: Uber working on EVs for ride-hailing, deliveriesHigher top speeds aren't necessary in EVs for urban environments, Uber's CEO said, adding that designing for a lower top speed could lower costs.
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Ford patents magnetic charging connector: MagSafe for EVs?In a proposed and patented charging connector, Ford would use a magnetic system to help align physical charge pins precisely.
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US shift toward wind and solar will cut coal, make EVs cleanerThe EIA forecasts that wind and solar will together account for 16% of total electricity generation in 2023, up from 14% in 2022 and 8% in 2018.
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Luxury EV leases are already tapping into $7,500 EV tax creditLeasing may become a more popular option for those seeking high-end luxury EVs as an unintended side effect of the Inflation Reduction Act.
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Aptera on Friday detailed the Launch Edition configuration of its three-wheeled EV, which the company hopes to begin producing by the end of 2023.
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Hertz will funnel thousands of EVs to major US cities—charging, tooThrough a partnership called Hertz Electrifies, it will help bring EVs to more rental and rideshare customers by making sure charging is in place.
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Nikola has a mobile hydrogen station for fuel-cell trucksThe company says the first mobile hydrogen refueling unit has been released for market operation, and the concept will be displayed next week.
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Racing tech may bring efficient in-wheel motors into more EVsThe companies claim the pairing will provide best-in-class long-range EV efficiency, with much faster torque response than other motor systems.
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Shell buys Volta network and its free EV chargingThe oil giant said it sees growth in what it describes as Volta's "dual charging and media network," which pretty much sums up the charging company's appeal.
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California is blocking diesel big rigs with pre-2010 enginesEnforcement for any polluters will take the form of California's DMV denying new registrations to non-compliant vehicles, auditing, and issuing fines.
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