Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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Bollinger B1 and B2 electric trucks look rather different in "production intent" form Stephen EdelsteinBollinger Motors has unveiled "production intent" versions of its B1 electric SUV and B2 electric pickup truck—and they look altogether different from the prototypes unveiled last year.
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Next-gen Mercedes eSprinter electric vans revealed, arriving to US around 2023Mercedes has confirmed that the new version of the electric van currently under development will be sold in the U.S.
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Rivian charging network will be partly proprietary, partly patchworkLike Tesla, Rivian aims to create some of its own charging infrastructure—though some of it will support the trucks' recreational push.
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Report: Plug-in hybrids are polluting more than claimedThe emissions ratings given to plug-in hybrids don't correlate to the emissions from PHEVs' real-world use, a UK organization maintains.
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QuantumScape battery tech: A fast-charging electric-car game-changer?The California-based battery company QuantumScape suggests that its solid-state battery technology has the lifespan needed for widespread use.
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Toyota confirms battery electric SUV for Europe, EV for US in "short term"Toyota confirmed EV plans, including one due to the U.S. in the "short term" as well as an electric SUV for Europe. These might be the same vehicle.
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Aptera Motors now claims its updated electric three-wheeler will be able to run entirely on solar power, with no charging required for daily use.
"Our built-in solar array keeps your battery pack...
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Volvo CEO: Ban on gasoline cars makes more sense than EV credits and subsidiesWhile most automakers favor a credit-based system, Volvo CEO Håkan Samuelsson argued for a clear agenda, possibly including a timeline for banning ICE vehicles.
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Nissan Note goes all-hybrid in Japan with revised e-Power system still due for the USNissan is making the Note—previously sold in the U.S. as the Versa Note—all-hybrid for its home Japan market.
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Georgia gets first solar roadway in the USThe road-surface solar panels might power streetlights or serve with energy storage as backup for grid outages.
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Rimac shows how EVs are tested for electromagnetic emissions—with C_Two supercarElectromagnetic emissions for electric cars are regulated, but for very different reasons than tailpipe emissions.
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2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid: 17-mile, 35-mpg plug-in gets ride-and-handling retuneSubaru has introduced a set of ride, handling, and trim improvements to the Crosstrek Hybrid, but its plug-in hybrid powertrain continues unchanged.
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Environmental groups call out carmakers opposing cleaner California standards, EV mandate Stephen EdelsteinFollowing a change of allegiance by General Motors, environmental groups are calling out the remaining automakers that still oppose California's ability to set its own, stricter, emissions standards.
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Karma GS-6 plug-in hybrid will be more affordable, slotting below revamped Revero GT flagshipThe vehicle that started out at the Fisker Karma has been given yet another revamp—and this time, it appears, a deep price cut.
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Arizona plant for Lucid Air electric sedan is complete, as company plans expansion for 2023 SUVEven before deliveries of the Lucid Air have started, the California electric-vehicle company will start expanding in Arizona for its second model.
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Report: VW-based Ford electric vehicle will be built in GermanyFord is planning to assemble a mass-market EV for Europe, based on VW's platform, at its Cologne plant, according to a report.
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GM nixes Nikola Badger electric pickup and investment, will supply fuel-cell techNikola and General Motors have reached an agreement under which GM will supply fuel-cell hardware for a fee, but GM's investment in Nikola and pickup plans are off.
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Hyundai hydrogen fuel-cell system might power French-made Grenadier off-road SUVThe factory that previously built Smart minicars could conceivably build a big hydrogen fuel-cell SUV with off-road prowess and a vintage look.
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Tesla is issuing recalls for the Model X and Model Y electric crossovers over separate issues—both related to errors during assembly.
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Musk: 435-mile range coming soon, compact Tesla hatchback considered for EuropeA compact hatchback model could help Tesla gain sales in Europe and beyond, while CEO Musk hinted that another range boost is near.
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Report: Dealers not sold on GM's all-electric vision for Cadillac can sell outThe Cadillac luxury brand could shed some stores that don't buy into an all-electric plan for the brand, which requires costly upgrades for chargers and more.
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GM switches allegiances, halts challenge of California clean-air standardsGM readies to align itself with the Biden administration on emissions and gas mileage rules—and to cooperate with California rather than try to quash it.
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Karma sues EV startup Lordstown, claims it stole infotainment techLordstown poached employees and stole infotainment secrets and know-how from Karma Automotive, the latter alleges.
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Report: Nissan and Detroit startup Hercules could pair up for electric truckNissan has plenty of electric-vehicle expertise, but could it benefit from the pace of a startup for making a niche electric truck?
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