Electric Cars
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Including manufacturing and other necessary pieces, an electric pickup reduces lifetime emissions 57% compared to the average gasoline truck, the analysis found.
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Top-tech Xpeng G9 SUV claimed to be world's fastest-charging mass-produced EV
The quickest charging rates will also require new 480-kw DC fast chargers Xpeng plans to roll out in sync with the G9's market launch.
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Affordable, all-electric: The 5 lowest-priced new EVs in the US
These are the electric vehicles that start under $40,000, not counting incentives or tax credits.
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Buy now to claim the $7,500 federal EV tax credit before it expires for 2022
How long will it take President Biden’s pen to reach the Inflation Reduction Act? That’s how long EV shoppers have to claim their $7,500 this year.
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EU claims revamped US EV tax credit might violate WTO rules
EU officials believe tax credits are a strong incentive for EV purchasers, and battery sourcing requirements put EU companies at a disadvantage.
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US IKEA stores will get Electrify America charging for EV drivers and EV-based delivery
This is the first time Electrify America will be installing chargers for both public and fleet use simultaneously.
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The average listing price for used hybrids and EVs increased far more year-over-year than that of other powertrain types.
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Autonomy orders 23,000 EVs from 17 automakers for US EV subscription service
The order represents 1.2% of projected U.S. electric vehicle production through the end of 2023, according to the company.
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Ralph Nader calls for NHTSA to order removal of Tesla Full Self-Driving
The auto-safety firebrand and former third-party Presidential candidate called FSD "one of the most dangerous and irresponsible actions by a car company in decades."
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2023 Ford F-150 Lightning boosts range to 240 miles, price by $7,000
Inflation and supply chain issues have claimed another victim, the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning.
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Meyers Manx 2.0 Electric resurrects California dreamin'
A dune buggy famed for California beach culture and off-road racing from the 1960s gets new life as an electric car.
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Lucid Air Stealth Look tones down appearance of electric luxury sedan
The darkened appearance package adds $6,000 to the price of most Lucid Air electric cars, but deliveries won't be made until early 2023.
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EVs on average cost more, but buyers have much higher credit scores and are making down payments for a larger piece of the cost.
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Report: Arrival is dropping its Uber car project, electric bus plans
The startup, which had already announced plans to build electric buses in South Carolina, has proposed a business reorganization.
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Will EV tax credit price caps add urgency to arrival of affordable electric cars?
Legislation would add price caps of $55,000 for electric cars and $80,000 for electric pickup trucks and SUVs—cutting out some of the U.S. built EVs and American supply chain lawmakers are attempting to foster.
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Fisker Ocean One launch edition is sold out; pre-orders for Ocean Extreme start November 18
Just 5,000 units of the Fisker Ocean One launch edition are planned, and customers already gave the company a $5,000 down payment for each one.
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Toyota offering buyback of BZ4X EV as potential remedy for wheel recall
It's an alternate solution to a package of make-good perks that includes a $5,000 credit, an extended warranty, bonus fast-charging, and a free loaner vehicle with reimbursed fuel costs.
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2023 Volkswagen ID.4: US-made EV starts at $38,790 for 208-mile version
Standard/Pro, S, and S Plus models now span a wider price range than before, with the addition of a smaller 62-kwh battery pack in the entry version.
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State programs meant to give rebates to lower-income car buyers "have suffered from inconsistent and inadequate funding." And premiums to get into many EVs are making the situation worse.
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Lucid halves 2022 production estimate, citing continued supply-chain issues
The company did continue to bolster its sales and service network in the quarter, however—something that may put it in a better position once things ramp up.
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Tesla Model Y: Californians can subscribe by the month to drive best-selling EV
Autonomy aims to offer a more flexible alternative to traditional buying or leasing, at prices lower than rental services.
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Electric semis might get up to $40,000 credit under reconciliation bill moving through Congress
Heavy0duty commercial vehicles are 10% of the U.S. fleet, but they're responsible for 28% of GHG emissions, 45% or nitrogen-oxide emissions, and 57% of fine particulate emissions.
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One of the cheapest US-market EVs now starts $4,325 higher due to supply-chain woes
The base-model $30,750 Mini Cooper SE is on an indefinite hiatus due to supply-chain issues, but you can still order one of the upper-trim versions.
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BMW i4 eDrive35 will cost $52,395 with smaller battery, range about 260 miles
A more affordable version of the i4 is due to come to the U.S. early next year, with its smaller 66-kwh (usable) battery pack and less power the most significant differences.
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