Electric Cars
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Vehicles for the U.S. will initially be sourced from China, but are expected to come from a Renault plant in South Korea starting in 2025.
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Ferrari partners with battery supplier SK On for advanced cells
SK On has already been the only battery supplier for Ferrari plug-in hybrids, but this potentially broadens the relationship toward future battery tech, and possibly EVs.
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Test drive: 2024 Genesis GV60 delivers rolling design statement
A cold-weather test of the Genesis GV60 found underwhelming driving range but great space efficiency.
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China takes grievances over Biden EV policy to the WTO
A complaint against U.S. EV incentive policy reportedly calls rules for the federal EV tax credit "discriminatory."
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Why nighttime EV charging is incentivized while daytime is cleaner
Simply put, as the grid becomes more reliant on renewable solar energy, it better aligns supply and demand.
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Will the $25,000 Tesla use faster-charging CATL LFP cells?
Remarks from CATL's CEO suggest the companies are considering U.S. LFP production.
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The Neolun Concept likely previews the widely expected GV90 electric SUV, while a Magma sub-brand taps into motorsports heat.
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Nissan hybrids and PHEVs US-bound, 3-row electric SUV for 2028
Nissan plans to launch its e-Power hybrid models in the U.S. in 2026, with EVs to follow.
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Jaguar recalls early I-Pace EVs over fire risk
"Multiple technical issues" have led to a higher risk of battery shorts.
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Jeep sidesteps EVs with ICE off-road concepts, points to PHEVs
Among Jeep's annual Moab concepts, the Wrangler Willys Dispatcher taps into a vintage Jeep look and 4xe plug-in hybrid tech. But the brand appears to skip EVs altogether and pivot back to internal combustion engines.
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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range
An 800-volt architecture and cylindrical cells are part of BMW's Gen 6 electric architecture set for a production start in 2025—due in a new Model Y–sized EV by 2027.
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Hyundai, Kia, Genesis recall 147,000 US EVs over 12V battery issue
A faulty component can stop charging the 12-volt battery, resulting in a loss of drive power.
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Gaps between the cells would help improve cooling and extend battery life, the automaker claims in a patent application.
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Shell is shedding some gas stations in favor of EV charging
Shell plans to expand the number of EV chargers it operates from 54,000 today to 200,000 by 2030.
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Will Toyota Prius Prime gain EV route planning smarts?
Toyota plug-in hybrids in Europe offer a planner that can hold electric range for urban zones; a comprehensive trip planner could be the next step.
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DOE rule may encourage more plug-in hybrids, fewer EVs
With tweaks to the final rule, it projects 56% EV sales will be needed by 2032, along with at least 13% plug-in hybrids.
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Rivian adapters arrive in April, enable Tesla Supercharger waypoints
The adapters will enable Tesla NACS fast-charging with Rivian electric trucks' native CCS port and will nearly double the number of station options along the way.
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Fisker pauses production, with glut of undelivered EVs
Meanwhile, Fisker continues to negotiate for a "strategic partnership" with a major automaker and push toward a dealer-based model.
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The E-Tron family gains a capable electric midsize SUV that’s learned Audi’s range lessons.
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First Drive: 2024 VW ID.4 is the opening act it was supposed to be
From range and charging to space and comfort, the ID.4 now fits its original mission as a first mass-market EV for the brand and mainstream families.
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Trump promises 100% tariff on Mexico-built Chinese cars—EV or not
Trump, members of Congress, and the Biden administration all look poised to close a loophole that would make Mexico assembly a smart choice for Chinese automakers.
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Mercedes EV range run shows gains from heat pump, solar roof
Efficiency was the focus for a single-charge EV trip in the EQXX engineering concept, covering more than 600 miles on the Arabian Peninsula.
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Gen X, Millennials buy the most EVs, as Boomers dominate policy
A comparison of Gen X, Millennials, and Baby Boomers, all in the same ballpark when it comes to overall vehicle purchase numbers, highlights the generational differences in EV purchases.
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Honda and Nissan point to partnership for EVs, hybrids, software
Both automakers will need to see value in an arrangement that could help lower costs for EVs and hybrids.
Bengt Halvorson