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22d ago
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Electric buses are sitting unused in cities across the US; here's why
Cities coast-to-coast grappling with broken-down e-buses that cannot be fixed
23d ago
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Evidence Suggests Electric Vehicles Are Losing Popularity
As consumers start to shy away from EVs, their choice will affect not just the car industry, but U.S.-China relations, state budgets and commodity prices.
24d ago
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Despite the bad press, half of America is still considering an EV or hybrid car — they just want them to be cheaper
A new study closely tracks new EV shopper habits and reveals that despite the bad press, half of America is still considering an EV or hybrid car. This article explores the findings of the study and highlights the opportunities and challenges for EV manufacturers.
24d ago
Electric Vehicles
Porsche Introduces Second All-Electric Car
Porsche has unveiled its second-ever model of an all-electric vehicle, the EV Macan. The Macan comes in two forms - the Macan 4 and the Macan Turbo, both featuring high-performance 100-kilowatt-hour batteries. It's the first Porsche to use an 800-volt architecture, allowing for faster charging times. The interior of the Macan will feature the Porsche Driver Experience, a network of displays and augmented-reality tech. The Macan 4 starts at $78,800, while the Turbo model is priced at $105,300. Look for them in the second half of the year.
25d ago
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Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm is Confident More Americans Will Love Electric Vehicles
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm discusses Americans' concerns and the future of electric vehicles.
26d ago
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Elon Musk Predicts Chinese EV Makers Will Outperform Competitors
Elon Musk believes that Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers will achieve significant success globally, potentially surpassing other companies if there are no trade barriers. He acknowledges the competitiveness of Chinese car companies and their potential for growth outside of China.
26d ago
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Toyota's Chairman Doubles Down on Electric Car Skepticism
Akio Toyoda, chairman of Toyota, predicts that only 30% of cars on the road will be electric.
28d ago
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Exclusive: Tesla plans to build new electric vehicles in mid-2025
Tesla has informed suppliers of its plans to start production of a new mass-market electric vehicle codenamed 'Redwood' in mid-2025. The model is described as a compact crossover and is part of Tesla CEO Elon Musk's vision for affordable electric vehicles. The company aims to compete with cheaper gasoline-powered cars and other inexpensive EVs like those made by China's BYD. Tesla has sent requests for quotes to suppliers for the 'Redwood' model, with a forecasted production volume of 10,000 vehicles per week. Production is expected to begin in June 2025.