Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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British automaker Morgan on Wednesday unveiled a new prototype for an electric version of its classic three-wheeler.
In addition to charmingly anachronistic sports cars, Morgan is known for...
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Reminder: Most EVs don't deliver EPA range at 70 mph
According to a test of real-world range, many EVs underperform the EPA range number—although 70-mph highway driving isn't what the EPA number reflects.
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Will reengineered battery packs for Rivian R1S, R1T lower prices?
A top Rivian executive recently pointed to work on a simplified pack and module structure that "takes thousands of dollars of cost out."
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2024 Lucid Air: Revamped Grand Touring range leader coming soon
The Lucid Air Pure starts at $78,900, while a revamped Air Grand Touring model is arriving in early 2024
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Toyota shows small electric SUV for Europe; is it US-bound?
This model could be one of six EVs Toyota plans to launch in Europe by 2026.
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Toyota electric sports car teased with advanced battery tech
Toyota hasn't said which battery tech though. Could a production version of the FT-Se take advantage of its upcoming solid-state batteries?
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The Department of Energy (DOE) on Friday issued proposed guidance on foreign battery content in EVs that could cut the federal tax credit for some models. But it also provides a clearer picture for...
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Could a glut of lithium supply spur an EV price war?
Prices of other battery materials are also falling, meaning overall battery prices are dropping again after a raw material price surge in 2022.
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Volvo and Polestar parent signs up for EV battery swapping with Nio
The agreement between companies calls for a "unified battery swap operation" with interoperability across EVs from the company's brands.
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Hyundai and Kia move EV motors closer to the wheels but not in them
The companies claim the Uni Wheel can free up additional interior space by moving components closer to the wheels.
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Reliability survey: Vehicles that plug in are more trouble-prone
EVs had 70% more problems than internal-combustion vehicles, while plug-in hybrids in general were reliability disaster zones—although there were plenty of exceptions.
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EV battery prices are dropping again
Lithium-ion battery pack prices have fallen 14% this year to a record low cost per kwh, driven partly by "weaker-than-expected demand," according to analysts.
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Lotus has long produced fast cars. Now it's also producing fast chargers.
The automaker on Tuesday unveiled fast-charging hardware it claims to have developed in-house, including a liquid-cooled DC...
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Nissan confirms electric Juke, Leaf replacement among EVs for Europe
There's a more exciting EV future for the Nissan compact crossovers, as well as a confirmed look for the next-generation Leaf.
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Report: VW's Scout turns to Magna to develop electric pickup and SUV
Given the timing, these very likely the first two products from Scout, previously announced for South Carolina production in 2026.
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Wireless charging aligns for automated use in EVs, plug-in hybrids
The methodology allows parking systems to help position the vehicle for high-efficiency wireless charging, or potentially do everything automatically.
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Tesla Superchargers might cost extra $1 a minute above 90%
EV charging on busy weekend and road-trip routes could suddenly become more expensive for Tesla drivers—especially when they need to get the most range out of their EVs.
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As EV market grows, it's attracting buyers with top-tier credit
Even considering the most affordable EVs, the credit profile of EV buyers much more closely resembled that of luxury buyers.
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Stellantis and battery supplier CATL on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding that could pave the way for more affordable EVs in Europe.
The non-binding memorandum outlines the supply of...
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Could Ferrari be readying in-wheel motors for performance EVs?
Recent patent filings suggest that Ferrari is aiming to make in-wheel motors work for electric performance cars.
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Honda shows hydrogen fuel-cell module set to power CR-V
Honda has suggested that in addition to a U.S.-bound CR-V Fuel Cell, the automaker's next-gen fuel-cell module may be used more widely—including in Europe.
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2025 Cadillac Optiq will be luxury brand's lowest-priced US EV
The GM luxury brand confirmed the Optiq as the "entry point for Cadillac’s EV lineup in North America," sitting below the Lyriq.
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The EV age has revived a century-old obsession with aerodynamics
Long before gas mileage became a concern aerodynamic designs lost favor in vehicle design. But what if electric cars had dominated?
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Toyota aims to tap recycled Prius materials for future US EV batteries
In a circular economy approach enabled by JB Straubel's Redwood Materials, Toyota plans to make retired Prius batteries part of the EV future.
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