EV News

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  Frankfurt Airport launches bi-directional charging trial to turn electric vehicles into mobile energy storage units

  At Frankfurt Airport, the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles will be used bidirectionally in the future. The airport operator, Fraport, is receiving support from the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology to bring the idea to regular operation.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 19, 2023, 3:05 p.m.
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  Stella Terra, the world's first solar-powered off-road car, completes 1,000 km desert journey

  The student team Solar Team Eindhoven has reached the end of its 1,000-kilometer test drive from northern Morocco to the Sahara with the off-road solar car Stella Terra.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 19, 2023, 2:45 p.m.
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  Ford Mustang Mach-E finally gets overheating battery hardware fix

  Ford Mustang Mach-E is finally receiving a fix for its overheating battery issue. Initially, in 2022, Ford attempted to address this problem with a software solution. However, persistent issues have led to the implementation of a dedicated hardware fix, specifically targeting GT and Extended Range models.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 19, 2023, 1:24 p.m.
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  New details of the future Lancia flagship

  Lancia has revealed more details about its upcoming flagship. The car will arrive in 2026 and will be the second of three planned as part of a "brand renaissance".

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 19, 2023, 12:26 p.m.
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  Tesla has confirmed that it will begin delivering the Cybertruck to customers in late November

  Exciting news for Tesla fans. The long-awaited Cybertruck deliveries are finally starting on November 30th. Elon Musk's EV company initially has the capacity to build 125,000 Cybertrucks per year at its factory in Texas.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 19, 2023, 11:48 a.m.
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  Hyundai Ioniq 5 Disney100 Platinum Edition goes from concept to reality

  Hyundai has launched a limited-run Disney-themed Ioniq 5, although it lacks the digital grille seen in the concept version. The reveal took place during Disney100 Night's "Dancing with the Stars" event

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 18, 2023, 12:19 p.m.
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  Renault transforms 12-ton diesel truck into electric vehicle

  Renault Trucks has successfully turned an old 12-ton diesel vehicle into a battery-powered electric truck. The French firm now plans to register the converted truck and ensure it meets existing regulations.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 18, 2023, 11:11 a.m.
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  Chery Omoda 5 EV unveiled with 61 kWh battery and 204 hp

  Chery has unveiled updated photos and information about the Omoda 5 EV at the Geneva/Qatar Motor Show, ahead of its European debut and other global markets next year. The electric vehicle will also be available along with its gasoline counterpart.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 17, 2023, 3:19 p.m.
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  All-electric Citroën ë-C3 unveiled with 320km WLTP range and 23,300 Euros price tag

  320 km range ë-C3 to be offered at a net price starting at 23,300 Euros as Citroën aggressively ramps up its mission to make all-electric mobility accessible to a wider audience. Citroën promises even more affordable 200 km range ë-C3 to come by 2025, starting at 19,990 Euros.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 17, 2023, 2:37 p.m.
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  Electric truck manufacturer Volta Trucks files for bankruptcy in Sweden

  Volta Trucks, a maker of electric trucks, announced on Tuesday that it's filing for bankruptcy in Sweden due to difficulties at suppliers made it hard for the startup to raise funds.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 17, 2023, 1:45 p.m.
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  Volvo SuperTruck 2 built with maximum focus on efficiency

  Volvo is breaking new ground in the electric semi-truck sector with its SuperTruck 2 concept, positioning itself as one of the most energy-efficient trucks globally. The only remaining step is to put it into production.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 13, 2023, 5:13 p.m.
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  Infiniti signals first foray into electric vehicles with Vision Qe concept teaser

  Infiniti is set to unveil its inaugural all-electric model through the Vision Qe concept on October 24. The upcoming EV will serve as a blueprint for the automaker's future designs and is slated to be introduced along with "several stunning new models."

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 13, 2023, 1:05 p.m.
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  Lexus registers four new names in Europe, possibly signaling future electric vehicles

  Lexus has recently trademarked the names LF-ZA, LF-ZC, LF-ZL, and LF-ZV in Europe, further indicating the brand's commitment to an electric future.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 13, 2023, 12:51 p.m.
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  Volvo's new service allows truckers to find and access public charging stations for heavy vehicles, regardless of brand

  A national network of public fast chargers for heavy electric trucks is opening in Sweden. The charging network is powered by renewable energy. A new service from Volvo Trucks makes it easy for haulers to find and access the charging stations.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 13, 2023, 11:14 a.m.
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  Toyota partners with Idemitsu to develop solid-state batteries with 1,000 km range

  Toyota has entered into a collaboration with Idemitsu, a leading Japanese petroleum company, aiming to produce mass-market solid-state batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) by 2027 or 2028.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 13, 2023, 10:56 a.m.
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  Stellantis and Samsung SDI confirm Kokomo, Indiana as location for their second U.S. StarPlus Energy Gigafactory

  The partnership will allocate over $3.2 billion to set up a new battery facility alongside the gigafactory currently in development.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 12, 2023, 4:40 p.m.
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  2027 Electric BMW M3 could feature a dual-motor, rear-wheel-drive option

  BMW has previously confirmed that a gasoline-driven M3 will coexist with its electric counterpart.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 12, 2023, 1:42 p.m.
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  Google introduces tools to simplify your EV shopping experience

  Google recently unveiled a range of tools designed to assist consumers in making informed decisions when shopping for electric vehicles (EVs). These tools offer crucial insights, such as vehicle range, tax incentives, and more. This launch is part of Google's broader initiative to empower individuals to make eco-conscious choices.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 12, 2023, 12:56 p.m.
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  Production of the Kia EV5 will take place in both China and Korea

  More details on the Kia EV5 were revealed during the company's first annual EV Day, with powertrain specifications confirmed and the mid-size SUV set to arrive in markets outside of China. The Korean automaker also revealed that a hot EV5 GT is also on the horizon.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 12, 2023, 11:51 a.m.
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  Kia Concept EV4 utilizes natural dying with madder root and walnut shells

  Its four-door format might suggest that it should be classified as a sedan. However, Kia calls it "an entirely new type of EV sedan that stands as a symbol of innovation.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 12, 2023, 11:15 a.m.