Electric Cars
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The Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV has a space-saving modular system combining motor, power electronics, and reduction gearing.
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Hyundai reboots Ioniq as an EV brand, starting with Ioniq 5 crossover in fall 2021
The Hyundai 45 Concept and Prophecy Concept will become the first fully electric models under the Ioniq brand.
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Report: Magna might build Fisker Ocean electric SUV in Austria
Fisker reportedly reached a tentative deal with Magna Steyr, but it's unclear whether VW would supply the platform or if Jaguar plays a role.
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Used Teslas sell very fast compared to other models, data confirms
Based on an analysis of used-car sales data, all models from Tesla sell in a much shorter number of days than other EVs.
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Biden mentions 200-mph electric Corvette, says US can own the market with move to EVs
With a car like the 200-mph electric Corvette Joe Biden mentioned, perhaps the U.S. could revitalize its auto industry.
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2023 Cadillac Lyriq revealed: 300-mile crossover starts brand’s move to mostly EV
The long-anticipated electric crossover made its "show car" debut. Here's what we know.
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Mercedes-Benz and CATL have disclosed that the Chinese battery supplier will supply cells for the future flagship Mercedes EQ electric car.
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2021 Audi E-Tron SUV gets $8,800 lower base price, plus more range
Audi has boosted the range of the E-Tron SUV to an EPA-rated 222 miles, and a more affordable model joins the lineup this year.
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In future Audi EVs, one big brain will manage all the physics
Next-generation premium gasoline and EV Audi models will have an electronic chassis platform with 10 times the computing power of the current unit.
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Jaguar: I-Pace electric SUV has already been improved from racing and over-the-air updates
The 2021 Jaguar I-Pace and future electric vehicles from Jaguar benefit from lessons learned in Formula E racing and in the I-Pace eTrophy.
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Musk: Larger Cybertruck will be "North American ass-kicker," smaller Cybertruck highly likely
The Tesla CEO continues to claim that the Cybertruck will outperform traditional pickups—even though he admits it was designed with no input from truck buyers.
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AAA electric-car subscription venture: $11 per day, only in Sacramento
Aimed at low-income and disadvantaged communities, the service makes e-Golfs available for as little as $11 per day, including insurance and other perks.
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Although Kia still maintains the Soul EV is coming, a report suggests it's now been removed from the future US lineup.
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GM invests in potential future rival electric truck maker Lordstown Motors, as it seeks IPO
Lordstown Motors, which hopes to make electric trucks at a former GM plant, is seeking an IPO and has reported an additional investment from GM.
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First drive review: 2020 Tesla Model Y sets the benchmark for electric crossovers
The 2020 Tesla Model Y is the first in a series of affordable electric crossovers, and it has set the bar for the competition.
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Study: Without smart charging and upgrades, some US cities might feel the squeeze from EVs
With more charging at off-peak times and some selective grid upgrades, Western U.S. cities will be better-prepared for an influx of EVs, a new study finds.
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Fisker reports negotiations with VW for electric-car platform are on pause
In a financial document, Fisker reported that it hasn't yet reached a deal with Volkswagen to use its MEB platform for the proposed Fisker Ocean crossover.
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Could electricity be the currency of parking buildings in the future?
At a new facility near Nissan's world headquarters, the automaker is waiving parking fees for those who can share some of their EV's charge.
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General Motors has announced a push to expand fast-charging infrastructure with the charging network EVgo, but it won't disclose the amount of the investment.
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Lordstown Motors ad shows electric trucks at work
In what could be a first for an electric-vehicle ad, a new spot for Lordstown Motors shows its Endurance electric truck in use by farmers and construction workers.
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Report: Panasonic cells for Tesla will get 20% energy boost
In five years, the Panasonic 2170 cells that are supplied for Model 3 and Model Y will get a big energy-density boost—potentially helping make these models more affordable and better-performing.
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Kandi electric car open to US orders August 18, with $20,499 starting price
It could be the first brand from China to sell a full passenger vehicle in the U.S.—and it could break EVs' upward price trends.
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Tesla and Nikola electric semis will arrive to rivals from traditional truck makers
Tesla will face many rivals at launch—a very different challenge than what it faced on the car side when it delivered the Model S.
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Toyota solid-state battery tech on schedule for 2025 production, executive says
Toyota could emerge as a serious contender with electric vehicles if it can manage to scale up its own battery design.
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