Electric Cars
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In addition to the usual advice about tire rolling resistance and width, calculations show the impact wheel diameter itself can have on EV range.
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Fire concern prompts 2017-2019 Chevy Bolt EV recall, owners asked to charge to 90% for now
2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV electric cars are being recalled due to several fires when the car is fully charged. The remedy for now is 90%.
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Porsche made a fresh-looking electric van concept in 2018 but hasn't shown it until now
Porsche aimed to see how its design language could apply to a completely different kind of vehicle—here, an curvy, modern electric van.
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Electrify America passes 500 charging-station locations, as it keeps building network
EA's network, much of it strategically located for electric-car road trips, has more than 2,200 fast-charging stations.
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Ford reveals E-Transit electric vans for $45,000, ready to scale up
The Ford E-Transit lineup of electric vans will come in a range of configurations, with enough battery for crosstown deliveries.
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R1T and R1S electric trucks: Rivian confirms more about pricing, range, specs ahead of orders
With a configurator set to be online starting later this month, Rivian has released info about trims, pricing, options, and driving range for its R1T electric pickup and R1S electric SUV.
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A wide range of hybrids and plug-in hybrids, as well as at least 3 fully electric vehicles, will round out the lineup within two years.
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2022 BMW iX revealed: 300-mile electric SUV is a family-size tech flagship
Big electric SUV essentially reboots BMW's 'i' sub-brand that started with the i3 electric car. It doesn't appear to be much less quirky.
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Texas Instruments tech claimed to boost electric car range, downsize onboard chargers
Tech from TI is helping supply makers of electric and electrified vehicles with downsized, more efficient components.
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Ford says E-Transit vans will meet growing demand for electric delivery services
The lineup of Ford E-Transit electric vans on the way will help address an increased awareness of the carbon footprint of delivery services.
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2022 Chevy Bolt EUV teased: Does revised interface bridge the gap to future EVs?
GM noted its pivot to "software as a service" features in upcoming EVs, and teased a refreshed interface in the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV.
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Report: AI will dramatically speed up battery development—and thus, EV adoption
With the use of machine learning and AI, electric-car battery researchers may be able to speed up the time needed for materials choices and cell design.
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A larger battery is being offered as an upgrade by subscription, and with battery-swapping already offered it adds up to a lot of flexibility—all in China, so far.
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Kit can help convert any classic Mini to all-electric—but it's not cheap
The conversion kit and battery alone—not counting labor—could cost more than a brand-new Mini Cooper SE electric car.
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Bentley plans to go all-plug-in by 2026, all-electric by 2030
After some false starts, Bentley plans to embrace electrification in multiple forms starting over the next several years.
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Biden would be better for US electric-car future, VW CEO says
At least one CEO has come out and said what a critical mass of supporting facts point to: Biden will boost EVs in America.
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EV makers need to rethink data policies with passage of "right to repair" law
An Election Day measure in Massachusetts could upend some of the assumptions automakers make about their electric vehicle data.
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VW project to transition Greek "model island" to electric vehicles, renewable power
Volkswagen plans to turn the island of Astypalea into a hub for green mobility and climate-neutral infrastructure.
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Built on the same 800V platform as the Porsche Taycan, the E-Tron GT electric car will get its own battery, sound, and performance tuning.
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Kandi claims $7,999 effective cost in California for 59-mile electric car, K27 cleared for road use
With an anticipated 59 miles of range, the Kandi K27 offers a unique alternative to used EVs.
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Electrified cars pass a tipping point in Europe, as new registrations pass diesels
Have hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and battery electric cars helped Europe break its diesel habit?
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With Mercedes tech, Aston Martin plans to electrify 20% of its fleet by 2024
A deal that gives Mercedes-Benz a share of Aston Martin will help get the small independent automaker the tools for hybrid and electric.
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Ford is betting on commercial electric vehicles, affordable EVs, says CEO
Ford is aiming for some radical changes in its business, rather than its product, as it ramps up to make affordable electric vehicles.
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Volvo is developing its own electric motors for EVs, in Sweden and China
With development of the entire propulsion system in concert, Volvo will be able to boost its future electric vehicles' efficiency and performance.
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