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  Bedeo's technology transforms diesel vans into electric on-demand

  Boasting a distance capacity of up to 117 kilometers (73 miles) using two in-wheel motors, Bedeo aims to transform diesel-powered delivery vans into environmentally friendly plug-in hybrid vehicles that serve fleet managers efficiently.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 4, 2023, 1:18 p.m.
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  Toyota and Suzuki allegedly partnering for 2025 mini electric SUV

  Seemingly, it's set to be the commercial adaptation of the Toyota bZ Small Crossover Concept from last year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 4, 2023, 12:39 p.m.
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  Porsche Macan EV captured with minimal camouflage in new photos

  Recent spy images reveal the Porsche Macan EV clad in minimal camouflage. While there's still a bit of cover, these photos offer a clearer view of the car compared to past snapshots. The official unveiling is slated for 2024, aligning with the timeline for completing the vehicle's development.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 4, 2023, 12:21 p.m.
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  Plug-in car market share in Norway reaches record 93% in September 2023

  Tesla Model Y had an outstanding month of sales in Norway with 2,476 units registered in September, making it the best-selling car with a 20.5% market share.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 3, 2023, 4:12 p.m.
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  10 companies awarded to build 8,000 DC fast chargers in Germany

  Germany’s Federal Ministry of Digital and Transport (BMDV) has successfully completed the first tender for the German fast-charging network Deutschlandnetz.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 2, 2023, 2:39 p.m.
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  Tesla and MG dominating EV boom in Europe

  Traditional automakers like Volkswagen, Ford, Citroën, Peugeot, and Hyundai experienced market share losses in the face of competition from Tesla and MG.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 2, 2023, 2:17 p.m.
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  2024 Honda Prologue EV to offer 300-mile range, price under $50,000

  Honda has disclosed further information on its 2024 Prologue, tailored for the North American audience, emphasizing that its dual-motor AWD setup will generate roughly 288 hp.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 29, 2023, 11:42 a.m.
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  New Peugeot E-208 EV now available from 36,775 Euros

  The latest Peugeot 208 is now available across Europe, including its updated all-electric version. Sharing many similarities with the Opel Corsa, this updated 208 comes with a distinctive design, the i-Cockpit interface and the latest driver assistance technologies from Stellantis' parent company.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 28, 2023, 5:13 p.m.
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  Kia Ray EV gets 6,000 pre-orders in Korea, starts at $20,400

  Kia unveiled its new entry-level urban EV on Thursday. As its cheapest electric model, the Kia Ray EV has received 6,000 pre-orders in Korea with a starting price of around $20,400 (27.35 million won).

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 26, 2023, 12:42 p.m.
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  Turns out the VW ID.4 makes weird "space" noises during software update

  When the ID.4 receives an update, it loses connection to the sensors and can't determine if it needs to give a pedestrian warning, hence the bizarre sounds like an alien invasion.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 25, 2023, 2:54 p.m.
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  Jaguar gains access to 12,000+ Tesla Superchargers in North America for its current and future customers

  Jaguar has signed an agreement with Tesla to provide access to 12,000+ Superchargers for its current and future customers using the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 22, 2023, 6:14 p.m.
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  Polestar 3 designer criticizes modern potato-shaped cars

  Polestar 3 exterior design manager Nahum Escobedo is not a big fan of over-reliance on aerodynamics to maximize range. He also thinks excessive ambient lighting makes a car's interior look like a miniature Las Vegas.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 21, 2023, 3:53 p.m.
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  Hyundai Casper tiny EV spotted in Europe hides funky styling

  Spy photographers have snapped images of the Hyundai Casper electric vehicle on European roads. The compact EV, known for its unconventional style, aims to rival the Fiat 500 and VW e-up!, but won't pose a threat to Hyundai's own i10.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 21, 2023, 2:17 p.m.
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  Fiat Topolino Micro EV starts at $8,000 in Italy

  Fiat has opened orders for the all-new Topolino in Italy, with prices starting at €7,544 ($8,065) for the closed-roof model. Citroen Ami's sibling is also available with monthly payments of $42, the equivalent of a monthly public transportation pass in Italy.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 21, 2023, 10:44 a.m.
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  Prototype of the Nissan Ariya Nismo spotted testing at the Nürburgring

  A new set of spy photos from the Nürburgring shows an Ariya EV turning laps, but it's not any of the versions we've seen so far. Body tweaks combined with sticky tires and a lowered stance suggest this is a sporty Ariya Nismo.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 20, 2023, noon
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  2024 Mini Countryman EV to debut in North America, with deliveries to begin at the end of next year

  First unveiled in Europe earlier this month at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Germany, the third-generation Countryman, now fully electrified, marked this year's Climate Week NYC. The EV was featured on a special panel entitled "Driving Forward: The Transforming of Future Mobility," hosted by Mini's Urban-X technology startup platform at Newlab at the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 20, 2023, 10:28 a.m.
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  Schiphol, the Netherlands' largest airport, will open a huge EV rental station in 2024

  In the Netherlands, Schiphol Airport is converting one of its parking garages into an electric vehicle rental center. The roofs of the designated buildings will be covered with solar panels.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 19, 2023, 3:08 p.m.
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  New spy photos show electric Porsche Boxster with dual-screen dashboard design

  The debut of Porsche's inaugural all-electric 718 Boxster is set for 2025, but we've already caught glimpses of pre-production models being tested in varied conditions. Today, we bring you the first undercover images that offer a peek into the vehicle's nearly unmasked interior.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 18, 2023, 9:06 p.m.
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  Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo sets a new record for the greatest altitude change by an electric car: 5,573.9 metres

  The Porsche Taycan has secured a new Guinness World Record after completing an extreme, 2,783-kilometre journey that saw it go from the lowest natural point in China to the top of one of the world’s highest national highways.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 16, 2023, 11:30 a.m.
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  New in Munich: Audi opens fifth charging hub in the Bavarian capital

  Audi has opened a new charging hub in Munich's Obersendling district. The facility on Zielstattstrasse offers four pre-bookable fast charging stations with up to 320 kilowatts of charging power.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 15, 2023, 3:58 p.m.