Electric Cars
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The larger format batteries that Tesla is depending on will be coming next year from the EV maker's top supplier.
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EV tax credit update: House proposal extended to $80,000 EVs, union-made drama remains
Some pricier electric vehicles would apply for an extra $4,500 if they're pickups, vans, or SUVs—and union-made.
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VW ID.5 EV bows: Still no US plan for curvier take on ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.5 is a little more stylish but a little less practical than the ID.4—but this is one Americans shouldn't wait for.
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Hyundai Seven EV concept will bow in LA, previews Ioniq 7 due in 2024
A larger fully electric SUV from Hyundai, in the form of the Seven concept, could remake three-row SUVs from the inside out as the Ioniq 7.
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Fisker Ocean will use CATL cells, charge at more than 250 kw
The Fisker Ocean, due to be assembled in Austria, will use CATL LFP cells in its most affordable form and still be capable of charges peaking beyond 250 kw. Updated charge times haven't yet been released.
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With US research, VW aims to wirelessly charge a Porsche Taycan to 80% in 10 minutes
In collaboration with the ORNL and the University of Tennessee, Volkswagen wants to test wireless charging in a Porsche Taycan at up to 300 kw.
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Non-Tesla EVs charging at Superchargers: 10-station pilot in the Netherlands tests how it might workStephen Edelstein
A pilot test in the Netherlands shows how Tesla might phase in non-Tesla charging—although U.S. details haven't been confirmed and a CCS adapter hasn't yet arrived.
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DOE: Smaller SUVs are better for the environment, EVs and PHEVs better yet
Given typical driving patterns, there isn't a single gasoline vehicle you can buy today that, on a national basis, promises to be cleaner than an all-electric one.
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2019 Audi E-Tron SUV might soon get a range-boost update—but not over the air
Early adopters of Audi's E-Tron SUV won't get left behind; a range update given to the model line after its first model year will soon be available to those with the 2019.
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Some 2019-2021 Tesla models recalled for suspension issue
Some Model Y and Model 3 vehicles left the factory without properly tightened suspension fasteners, which could be a safety issue.
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2022 Toyota bZ4X: From steering yoke to solar roof, does its tech signal a new era for EVs?
We took a look at some of the technology points in this first mass-market electric vehicle effort from Toyota. Does it measure up to the tech preeminence of the Prius?
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2022 GMC Hummer EV will offer nearly 200 accessories, many planned alongside electric truck
GM is planning to offer a wide range of accessories with its electric trucks, the automaker made clear with a display at the mammoth SEMA aftermarket show.
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The Biden administration sees a union-built bonus for the EV tax credit as part of the final bill, it stated on Thursday—although the legislation isn't yet at the finish line.
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Cell-to-pack tech from battery maker CATL could be used in EVs from Hyundai, Kia, Genesis
Tech that could speed up assembly and perhaps simplify EV design is being adopted for potential use within the Hyundai Motor Company family.
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Electrify America adds road-trip chargers next to Wall Drug
The charging network that started with the VW diesel settlement is bringing its electric vehicle charging infrastructure to long-haul road-trip waypoints like Wall, South Dakota.
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Tesla for $299 a week, insured: Uber drivers eligible to rent through Hertz
The program includes 50,000 Teslas could be expanded up to 150,000 Tesla vehicles, and will help appease requirements from CARB and EV targets at the ride hailing company.
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Chinese EV maker Xpeng teases 124 miles in 5 minutes with pivot to 800V platform
An 800-volt platform plus 480-kw DC charging hardware are among the technology enablers Xpeng is promising for arrival soon.
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Lucid plans first deliveries of Air Dream Edition on Saturday, some in 520-mile form
Lucid says that it will deliver an undisclosed number of Air Dream Edition electric sedans as part of a rally in California with company executives.
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Building the motors, steering, suspension and more into the corners, without mechanical linkage in between, would allow EV makers a lot of flexibility.
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Canoo Lifestyle Vehicle will get Panasonic cylindrical cells for its structural battery approach
Panasonic cylindrical cells will be packaged into modules, which will then go into a pack casing that's part of the vehicle structure.
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Report: Panasonic preparing to make 4680 cells for Tesla in 2022, test production as soon as March
With Tesla planning to use the large format in a range of products, starting with the Model Y, they could be put to good use soon.
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GM is looking to its dealerships to deploy destination chargers in communities
The automaker is buying L2 charging hardware and having dealerships implement community charging stations.
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Hertz plans to add 100,000 Tesla Model 3s, citing convenience of Supercharger network
The Supercharger network and consistency of the experience appears to be a big part of the reason the rental-car giant chose Tesla.
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Mercedes EQC electric SUV is reportedly back on for the US—in 2025
According to a report, Mercedes-Benz recently informed its American dealerships that the EQC is coming here after all, but not until a next generation of the EV.
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