Electric Cars
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EVs and hybrids built before pedestrian noisemakers were required, in 2021, have a safety defect based on their risk to pedestrians, a petition argues.
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Battery issue halts Ford F-150 Lightning production
Shipments also on hold while Ford investigates an undisclosed issue, but sales continue.
Joel Feder -
Biden EV charging network rules outlined, even Tesla must comply
The final requirements establish additional ground rules for any hardware companies and networks seeking funding as part of the $7.5B federal EV charging network.
Bengt Halvorson -
Trio of Cadillac EVs to debut in 2023, start production in 2024
Cadillac plans to unveil three EVs in 2023 and start production of all three just a year later.
Joel Feder -
Mini Cooper SE Convertible is a production reality—for Europe
Mini plans to make just 999 Cooper SE Convertibles for Europe. Is America a possibility?
Bengt Halvorson -
Ford patents solid-axle hub-motor combo with EV off-roading in mind
The combination that Ford said wasn't durable enough for the F-150 Lightning is nevertheless being patented for potential use in an SUV, van, or other electric truck.
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The DOT is expected to detail standards for EV charging infrastructure to qualify for $7.5 billion set aside in the Biden administration's infrastructure law
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What are LFP batteries and why will some Ford EVs soon have them?
In Mustang Mach-E models later this year and some F-150 Lightning versions next year, Ford will shift to prismatic LFP cells that may be a better fit for customers' daily use.
Bengt Halvorson -
Battery plant key to Ford EV affordability set for Michigan
The project with China's CATL may create roughly 2,500 jobs and draw at least a $2.5 billion investment
Bengt Halvorson -
$2B DOE loan to Redwood Materials could boost US EV battery content
The DOE has given a conditional commitment for the loan, which would go toward a $3.5 billion recycling and remanufacturing facility in Nevada.
Stephen Edelstein -
Tesla took 11% of 2022 California market—only EVs, no pickups
The Model 3 was the top-selling passenger car, while the Model Y was the top-selling light truck in California, far ahead of Toyota RAV4 sales including hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions.
Stephen Edelstein -
Ram 1500 REV electric truck photos show it's no design revolution
Ram revealed its upcoming electric truck, and it's unexpectedly traditional.
Bengt Halvorson -
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is among the models that will be offered on a monthly basis, with no long-term commitment.
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$7,500 “EV credit” provides extra sales thrust for Lucid Air
This temporarily drops the entry prices for Grand Touring and Touring to $132,000 and $101,400, respectively.
Bengt Halvorson -
Tesla is mulling Mexico plant, report suggests
Ford, General Motors, and Volkswagen already have car factories in Mexico that supply the U.S., while Mexican raw materials sourcing is also expected to satisfy EV tax credit requirements.
Stephen Edelstein -
Google says it’s finally ready to give EV drivers the fastest route
For vehicles with Google built-in, in which Google has access to the EV’s state of charge and range estimate, it will suggest the best charging stop.
Bengt Halvorson -
Sono crash-tests its Sion solar EV, says panels "behave as predicted"
The Sion is likely the first car due for mass production that will use every body panel as a solar panel, so it's a first test for a range of materials and techniques.
Stephen Edelstein -
Lexus RZ 450e EV priced, puts the priority on features not range
The first U.S.-market EV from Lexus only goes 220 miles on a charge and costs nearly $60,000. But by the luxurious cabin and feature list, it may have its own corner of the market.
Bengt Halvorson -
Such an incentive would fit in for California, which plans to ban gasoline vehicles without charge ports by 2035 but doesn't have a cohesive plan for retiring existing gasoline models.
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VW recalls some ID.4 EVs for drive-system issue
In affected vehicles, software may cause a sudden loss of power while driving, due to a reset battery management control or deactivated inverter.
Stephen Edelstein -
The EV price war is here, and it's “no pain, no gain” for automakers
It will take cost cuts for parts, better manufacturing efficiency and, in some cases, ramped-up production of gasoline trucks to get to the price and availability shoppers want of EVs.
Bengt Halvorson -
BMW's next-gen Neue Klasse EVs will be made in Mexico
That may allow these new EVs, and their related battery production facility, to qualify for U.S. tax credits and supply-chain incentives.
Stephen Edelstein -
Electrify America slaps frequent EV chargers with 15% price hike
An Electrify America price hike appears to impose the biggest upcharge (by percentage) on drivers who charge regularly and have the Pass+ membership.
Stephen Edelstein -
Treasury lifts EV tax credit confusion over SUV price cap
What is an SUV? The IRS says look at the EPA info on the window sticker.
Bengt Halvorson