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  IONNA, a charging network of eight automakers, has broken ground on its first "recharging" station

  IONNA is a charging network founded by eight of the world's leading automakers: BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Kia, Stellantis and Toyota.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 7, 2024, 7:08 p.m.
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  Kia UK and Electrogenic create one-off all-electric restomod to mark Kia’s 80th anniversary

  Kia UK has unveiled a unique electric car to celebrate the company's 80th birthday. The Kia Pride EV, a fully road-legal 'restomod', made its debut on October 6 at Bicester Heritage 'Scramble'.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 7, 2024, 4:22 p.m.
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  Renault built a rechargeable hydrogen car

  Renault has unveiled a new Emblème concept car that combines hydrogen fuel cell and battery power.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 7, 2024, 3:14 p.m.
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  Here is a first teaser image of the all-electric Jeep Compass

  Jeep has given us a sneak peek at the next generation of the Compass. The company released a design sketch of the new crossover, hinting at its upcoming world debut in Europe.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 7, 2024, 12:51 p.m.
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  Peugeot starts taking orders for its new E-3008 and E-5008 Long Range electric SUVs

  These models offer the best electric range in the SUV market, with the E-3008 capable of making a Paris-Nice trip with just two stops.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 7, 2024, 9:50 a.m.
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  Toyota will delay start of production for its first U.S.-made electric vehicle

  The world's largest automaker by sales now plans to begin manufacturing in the first half of 2026, rather than late 2025 as originally scheduled, Nikkei reported on Thursday.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 4, 2024, 4:36 p.m.
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  Sales of the cheapest electric car in America have increased by 187%

  Nissan LEAF sales jumped up by 187% in the third quarter of 2024. The once-popular electric car got a big boost, selling 4,514 units compared to just 1,570 in the same period last year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 4, 2024, 2:32 p.m.
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  Volvo EX30 production exceeds 100,000 units

  Volvo has cranked out 100,000 EX30s, its compact electric car, in less than a year since it hit European roads.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 4, 2024, 12:08 p.m.
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  Caterpillar presents dynamic charging system for mining trucks

  Caterpillar has come up with a clever way to charge mining trucks while they're working. The company showed off its new Cat Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) system at MINExpo 2024 in Las Vegas.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 3, 2024, 3:05 p.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 supplies Munich Oktoberfest with around 82,000 liters of beer and fresh pretzels

  The Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric truck rolled into the Munich Oktoberfest, delivering a whopping 82,000 liters of beer and fresh pretzels. This big move showed off what the truck can do in a real-world, high-demand event.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 3, 2024, 2:41 p.m.
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  In September, Norway hit a new EV record with 96.4% of new car purchases going electric

  Norway hit a new record for electric vehicle registrations in September 2024. A whopping 96.4% of all new cars registered were purely electric, beating the previous record of 94.3% set just a month earlier in August.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 3, 2024, 2:05 p.m.
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  Rivian R1T Still Running After Flooding During Hurricane Helene

  A Rivian R1T electric truck survived a complete submersion in floodwaters during Hurricane Helene, defying expectations and showcasing the resilience of electric vehicles in extreme conditions.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 3, 2024, 12:10 p.m.
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  All-electric ID.7 Pro S covers 794 km on one battery charge

  Volkswagen's ID.7 Pro S proves its efficiency by covering 794 kilometres on a single charge. A team of eight drivers from Volkswagen Switzerland managed this feat over two days of driving on public roads.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 3, 2024, 9:58 a.m.
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  Peugeot E-408 launched with 210 hp engine and new 58 kWh battery

  Peugeot has unveiled its latest electric vehicle, the E-408. The model is related to the E-308, but is different in many ways.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 2, 2024, 4:27 p.m.
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  Stellantis has extended its production pause for the Fiat 500

  Stellantis announced today that it will extend its suspension of production of the all-electric Fiat 500 until November 1 due to low demand.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 2, 2024, 12:13 p.m.
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  This is the all-new Skoda Elroq: small electric SUV starts at 33,900 euros

  Skoda has unveiled its latest electric vehicle, the Elroq compact SUV. The Czech automaker's third electric model will hit the market with a starting price of 33,900 euros.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 2, 2024, 10:22 a.m.
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  VW ID. Buzz gets a spartan base model, but still not cheap

  Volkswagen has rolled out a new base model of its ID. Buzz electric minivan in Europe. The company calls this entry-level trim "Freestyle," and it comes with unpainted bumpers and steel rims to make it more affordable.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 1, 2024, 3:33 p.m.
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  China’s Leapmotor Arrives In Europe With Two Affordable EVs

  Leapmotor, a Chinese automaker, has teamed up with Stellantis to sell affordable electric vehicles in Europe. Consumers can now order Leapmotor's T03 and C10 models through designated Stellantis brand dealers.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 1, 2024, 12:25 p.m.
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  Porsche Macan Gets One Year Of Free Charging On Electrify America

  Porsche Cars North America and Electrify America have extended their charging agreement. The new deal will give Macan Electric owners a year of free 30-minute charging sessions at Electrify America stations across the country.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 1, 2024, 11 a.m.
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  Sony Honda Mobility selects NACS chargers for Afeela EVs in USA and Japan

  Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) will use Tesla's charging standard for its new electric cars. The company made this decision before launching its Afeela brand in the US in 2025 and Japan in 2026.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 30, 2024, 10:02 a.m.