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  BYD Sea Lion 07 Electric SUV Specs Revealed Ahead of Official Launch, Set to Rival Tesla Model Y

  BYD's response to the Tesla Model Y is slated to hit the market in the first half of this year. Prior to its official launch, specifications for the BYD Sea Lion 07 electric SUV have been unveiled.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 17, 2024, 11:43 a.m.
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  Mazda Adopts Tesla's Charging Port for Upcoming EVs

  Mazda was one of the few remaining NACS holdouts, but the Tesla-designed charging port will appear on an EV in 2025.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 17, 2024, 11:13 a.m.
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  Electric Vehicles to Require 'Battery Passports' for EU Entry by 2027

  Starting from February 2027, all electric vehicles sold in the European Union will be mandated to have 'battery passports.' These digital documents, linked to the vehicle's VIN and a QR code, will offer comprehensive insights into the origin of raw materials and post-manufacturing details like capacity and condition.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 17, 2024, 10:18 a.m.
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  New Honda E:NS2 And E:NP2 Electric Crossovers Revealed

  Last year, electric crossovers in concept form made their debut at the Shanghai Auto Show, and now, their production versions have been unveiled.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 16, 2024, 8:16 p.m.
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  Xiaomi Seeks Trademarks for Gigafactory and EV Hyperfactory in China

  Xiaomi has submitted applications to register a range of Chinese and English trademarks, including "Xiaomi Automobile Gigafactory," "Xiaomi EV Hyperfactory," "Xiaomi Titan," "Xiaomi Titan Alloy," and "Xiaomi Super Motor."

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 16, 2024, 1:47 p.m.
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  Baojun Yep EV grows up and gets five doors

  Baojun, a joint venture between China's SAIC and Wuling, and America's General Motors are introducing a larger version of their tiny, rugged SUV, the Yep.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 16, 2024, 12:07 p.m.
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  Kubota unveils futuristic Agri Concept tractor

  Kubota has unveiled its new Agri Concept, an electric tractor designed to cater to the needs of small-acreage farmers.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 16, 2024, 10:10 a.m.
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  World's First Fully Everything-By-Wire Vehicle Approved for U.S. Roads

  The electric Ree P7-C truck, equipped with steer-by-wire, brake-by-wire, and drive-by-wire technology, has received approval for use on American roads.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 15, 2024, 5:59 p.m.
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  Zeekr Unveils 636-HP 007 Electric Luxury Sedan at CES 2024

  Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Zeekr has introduced its all-electric 007 luxury sedan model at the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 in Las Vegas. The company has not yet disclosed the 007's specifications for the US market as it has not been officially launched there. Nevertheless, Zeekr has shared several images of the vehicle on its official X (formerly Twitter) account.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 12, 2024, 7:59 p.m.
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  Abarth 600e performance crossover will be its most powerful car yet

  Abarth is diligently preparing for the launch of the high-performance version of the 600e, in collaboration with Stellantis Motorsport. This project promises to deliver the most powerful Abarth ever, boasting an impressive 240 horsepower.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 12, 2024, 4:40 p.m.
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  Nissan Ariya Nismo Unleashes Up To 429HP With a Formula E-Inspired Soundtrack

  Introducing the Nissan Ariya Nismo, the high-performance iteration of the Japanese automaker's flagship electric vehicle. Unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Show, this new model is based on the Ariya e-4ORCE variant and is set to debut in Japan this spring.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 12, 2024, 2:09 p.m.
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  Hertz to reinvest some of the proceeds from the sale of its Tesla cars back into internal combustion cars

  Yesterday it was announced that Hertz was starting to sell its older Tesla Model 3s and they are going for pretty cheap. It was believed that Hertz would continue to electrify its fleet with more EVs, but the company is now announcing a change in its electrification efforts.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 12, 2024, 11:25 a.m.
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  BMW almost doubled its sales of all-electric cars in 2023. What are the most popular models?

  BMW Group has just released its 2023 sales figures, and it has been a highly successful year. The automaker proudly announced that it achieved its target of a 15% share in battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and anticipates selling half a million BEVs in 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 12, 2024, 9:52 a.m.
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  The Hyundai NPX1: A Race-Ready Ioniq 5 N

  Hyundai is set to make the Ioniq 5 N even more exhilarating. Debuting at the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon later this week, the NPX1 will be a race-ready iteration of the high-performance EV.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 11, 2024, 3:55 p.m.
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  Tesla Introduces New Satin Abyss Blue Vinyl Wrap for Model Y and Model 3

  Tesla has added a new option to its Paint Protection Film (PPF) wraps, giving Model 3 and Model Y owners more choices for personalization.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 11, 2024, 11:39 a.m.
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  Hertz is starting to sell its Tesla Model 3s, and they are going for pretty cheap - as low as $14,000

  Car rental company Hertz sells its older rental cars directly on its own website, and there were some nice deals available.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 11, 2024, 10:38 a.m.
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  VinFast Previews Production Electric Pickup with Ranger-Sized Concept

  Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast is gearing up to enter the electric pickup market. The company unveiled its VF Wild EV truck concept at CES 2024 in Las Vegas, providing a glimpse of a forthcoming production model.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 10, 2024, 5:15 p.m.
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  Honda Unveils Retro-styled Logo for Its EVs

  Honda is set to give its electric vehicles (EVs) a fresh new look with an updated logo. The iconic "H mark," a symbol that has adorned all of Honda's cars since 1981, is undergoing a sleek makeover.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 10, 2024, 4:39 p.m.
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  VinFast Debuts Super-Affordable VF 3 at CES with Eye-Catching Design

  VinFast has revealed its latest offering, the VF 3, at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. This electric SUV, positioned as the automaker's entry-level model, is set to make waves with its incredibly attractive price point.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 10, 2024, 4:12 p.m.
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  Sony and Honda Unveil Updated Afeela Prototype at CES 2024

  Sony Honda Mobility has revealed an enhanced version of the Afeela prototype at CES 2024. This sleek electric sedan has undergone several updates, bringing it closer to its final production form.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 10, 2024, 1:31 p.m.