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  CATL Announces Expansion of Battery Swap Network in China

  Chinese battery manufacturer CATL recently revealed plans to expand its Evogo battery swap network across China. This announcement was made during the 2024 World Power Battery Conference held in Yibin, China.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 3, 2024, 7:40 p.m.
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  VinFast slashes VF9 prices by up to $16,000 on the eve of launch

  VinFast has slashed prices for its VF9 SUV by up to $16,000 just before the car's launch. The Vietnamese automaker will start delivering the vehicles later this month.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 3, 2024, 7:34 p.m.
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  Jaguar I-Pace recalled due to risk of high voltage battery overheating

  Jaguar's calling back 2,760 of its 2019 I-Pace electric cars in the U.S. The company's telling owners to park outside and keep their batteries at 80% charge or less because of a fire risk.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 31, 2024, 1:14 p.m.
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  The next generation of the Mercedes EQS will be called the S-Class

  Mercedes-Benz is shaking things up with its luxury car lineup. The German automaker will bring its S-Class and EQS models together under one name in the future.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 30, 2024, 9:21 a.m.
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  $18 Million Tesla Supercharger Station Is Coming To New York City

  Tesla has bought land in New York City to build a new Supercharger station. The company paid $18 million for the site in Maspeth, according to public records.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 29, 2024, 5:19 p.m.
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  This is the Smart #5 crossover: it is about the same size as the Mercedes GLC and has a 100 kWh battery pack

  The Smart #5, slated for release in Europe early next year, will bring the brand into uncharted territory with a mid-size crossover SUV that's roughly as big as a Mercedes GLC.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 29, 2024, 9:34 a.m.
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  U.S. awards $521 million in grants to build out 9,200 EV chargers

  The U.S. government will give out $521 million to build more electric vehicle charging stations across the country. This move aims to add over 9,200 new charging ports and make it easier for people to use electric cars.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 28, 2024, 3:15 p.m.
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  U.S. Armor Group has unveiled the world's fastest armored vehicle - a $475,000 EV

  U.S. Armor Group has just changed the game in armored luxury vehicles. The company unveiled a new armored car based on the Lucid Air Sapphire, and it's turning heads with its impressive performance.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 28, 2024, 1:21 p.m.
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  Xpeng considers manufacturing EVs in Europe

  Xpeng, a Chinese electric vehicle startup, is looking for a place to make cars in Europe. The company wants to set up shop there because the European Union plans to charge more for Chinese EVs coming into the continent.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 27, 2024, 9:12 p.m.
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  BYD to use Huawei's advanced autonomous driving system in off-road EVs

  BYD and Huawei have joined forces to bring advanced self-driving tech to off-road electric vehicles. The Chinese EV giant announced on Tuesday that it will use Huawei's cutting-edge autonomous driving system in its new SUV.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 27, 2024, 12:40 p.m.
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  Smart #3 gets extra dose of style from Brabus

  Brabus has unveiled a tuning kit specifically for the most powerful version of the Smart #3, enhancing its design and aerodynamics with new components like a splitter, roof spoiler, and bumper extensions.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 27, 2024, 11:42 a.m.
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  This is the production version of the BYD Seal 06 GT Electric hatchback

  Chinese automaker BYD has revealed images of its latest fully electric hatchback, the Seal 06 GT. This production model originates from the BYD Ocean M Concept, which was first showcased at the Beijing Motor Show in April 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 27, 2024, 10:57 a.m.
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  Dodge Teases New Charger EV Pursuit Equipped for Police Service

  Dodge has given us a sneak peek of the Charger Pursuit, a police version of the new electric Dodge Charger. This move shows Dodge's plan to keep its spot in the law enforcement vehicle market.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 26, 2024, 5:47 p.m.
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  Canada to Hit China With Tariffs on Electric Vehicles and Steel

  Canada plans to slap new tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, aluminum, and steel. The move aims to protect Canadian manufacturers and align with western allies.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 26, 2024, 5:17 p.m.
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  Volvo receives order for 300 electric trucks from DSV

  DSV, a global logistics firm, has placed a massive order for 300 electric semi trucks from Volvo Trucks. This move will give DSV one of the largest electric trucking fleets in Europe.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 26, 2024, 9:47 a.m.
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  Xiaomi says it lost $9,200 for each $30,000 Speed Ultra 7 it delivered

  Xiaomi's electric vehicle division lost $252 million from April to June, or $9,200 per car delivered. The Chinese tech giant reported these figures despite strong sales of its first electric vehicle, the SU7.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 23, 2024, 4:25 p.m.
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  BMW has overtaken Tesla in the European electric car market for the first time

  BMW has taken the lead over Tesla in Europe's electric car market. The German automaker delivered 14,869 new EVs last month, beating Tesla by 308 vehicles. It's the first time BMW has sold more electric cars than Tesla in Europe.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 23, 2024, 9:24 a.m.
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  Seoul will ban EVs from parking in underground garages when battery is more than 90% charged

  Seoul's government plans to ban electric vehicles with high battery charges from underground parking. The new rules aim to prevent EV fires in these spaces.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 22, 2024, 5:57 p.m.
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  2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 Customer Deliveries Begin

  GMC has put the Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 up for sale at dealerships across the country. This comes nearly two years after they first showed off the luxury electric truck.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 22, 2024, 5:46 p.m.
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  Morrow Opens Europe's First LFP Gigafactory in Norway

  Morrow Batteries has opened Europe's first gigawatt-scale factory for LFP batteries in Arendal, Norway. The Norwegian start-up has started test production at the facility, marking a significant milestone in the European battery industry.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 22, 2024, 4:18 p.m.