Electric Cars
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Through Shell Recharge Solutions, it will provide access to more than 100,000 public chargers through the My BMW app.
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Volvo seeks 30% quicker EV charging without battery upgrades
A partnership with U.K.-based Breathe Battery Technologies aims to use "algorithm-enabled charging software" to optimize charging rates.
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Biden agencies draw roadmap for EV charging along freight corridors
The push will coordinate a national roadmap and an overarching plan for what has been a piecemeal effort.
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2025 Polestar 3 starts at $74,800 and 315 miles, US deliveries in Q2
Polestar notes that it will pass along a $7,500 credit on all Polestar 3 leases, but it's unlikely even U.S.-built versions will qualify for the purchase credit.
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Which 2024 EVs qualify for the $7,500 EV tax credit?
From the EPA and IRS, the official list of EVs and plug-in hybrids that make the cut in 2024 remains brief.
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Study: Some retailers aren't doing much to support EV charging
In a look at 270,000 retail locations controlled by 75 major retail and fast-food chains—brands like Costco, Ikea, Walmart, and Target—only 1% offered EV charging.
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The Biden administration has recently reportedly considered hiking tariffs on Chinese EVs, but lawmakers want more action.
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Could Rivian R3 EV revive a stagnant small-car market?
Will Rivian bring a compelling compact EV to the U.S. market at the right price?
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GM cuts 2024 Chevy Blazer EV price by thousands, resumes sales
A Blazer EV in the well-equipped LT trim, with all-wheel drive, will cost just $42,695 to households who meet the EV tax credit’s income cap.
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2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron charges faster, goes farther, accelerates quicker
A number of changes given to the Audi Q4 E-Tron should make the 2024 version better-driving and more usable.
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Honda Prologue, Acura ZDX qualify for full $7,500 EV tax credit
The tax credit effectively drops the Prologue EV's base price to $41,295 with destination.
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Rivian R3 and R3X hatchbacks aim for masses for less than $45,000
The Rivian R3 and performance-oriented R3X will serve as the entry point for the startup automaker.
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Rivian's mass-market SUV arrives in 2026 with a target price of $45,000.
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20-year EV battery, 9-minute charging in Samsung SDI roadmap
Cell-to-pack designs and all-solid-state cells are also in the plan for the battery maker yet this decade.
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2024 Nissan Leaf gets $3,750 EV tax credit back
This credit effectively cuts the price of the Leaf to $25,485 for many households.
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Aptera lacks the funds to produce solar EV, hints of design changes
Starting production on Launch Edition models will require more capital, Aptera revealed last week—countering the takeaway of its last update.
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Analysts: 40% drop in 2023-2025 EV battery prices will boost sales
Cooling demand for nickel and lithium is part of it—and that's before considering innovation in solid-state tech or manufacturing processes.
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Google-backed Gravity claims fastest EV charging in America
The company's initial location fits 24 charging stalls with up to 500 kw into one of the densest parts of Manhattan—indoors—without requiring utility upgrades.
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And with the 304-mile Venture+ front-wheel drive model now priced at $42,580, buyers only have to pay $1,600 extra to get the long-range pack.
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2024 Ford E-Transit electric vans get bigger battery, more range
Maximum EPA-cycle range rises to 159 miles—well above these vans' typical 74-mile daily use.
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Survey: 3 of 5 EV drivers with home charging use public chargers weekly
Many EV drivers are relying on the public charging networks to supplement their charging at home.
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Audi EV prices lowered by up to $3,000 through Costco
A Costco discount through April 30 cuts prices by $2,000 on the recently revamped Q8 E-Tron and SQ8 E-Tron electric SUVs, among several other Audi models.
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Report: Nissan may build Fisker Alaska electric pickup, its own derivative
A U.S.-made Nissan electric truck might result from a partnership that would also build the Fisker Alaska—and, potentially, keep Fisker financially afloat.
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GMC Hummer EV joins gas-guzzlers in list of meanest for the environment
The Hummer EV has much lower estimated "fuel" costs than the other vehicles on the list, but environmental impacts from the electric truck's manufacturing and disposal loom large.
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