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  Hyundai and SK On will invest up to $5 billion for a battery plant in the US

  Hyundai and SK On will partner to build an EV battery factory in Bartow County, Georgia. The investment into the plant will be $4 billion to $5 billion, with an aim to open the facility in 2025.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 9, 2022, 8:58 p.m.
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  Ten new Volkswagen e-models will be launched by 2026, including an entry-level model for around ?25,000

  Volkswagen will invest substantially in the further development of its e-platform: MEB will become MEB+. In line with the original idea of flexibility, the charging and storage technology as well as the digital infrastructure will be improved.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 9, 2022, 11:57 a.m.
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  GM launches program to install 40,000 electric vehicle charging stations in the U.S. and Canada

  Last year General Motors announced its Dealer Community Charging Program, designed to expand EV charger access. Since then, nearly 1,000 GM dealers have enrolled in the program – about a quarter of all in North America.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 9, 2022, 11:14 a.m.
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  Ram Revolution electric truck shows its nose in teaser video

  Ram's new electric pickup truck is almost here! We're less than a month away from seeing the fullsize concept model, and Ram has just released a tiny teaser video that gives us our first glimpse of the face of the future production model.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 7, 2022, 3:47 p.m.
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  Volkswagen's free software update makes it easier for ID.4 owners to find charging stations

  Volkswagen has released a new software update that can be installed wirelessly on its ID.4 electric crossover. This update improves many aspects of the model for both 2021 and some 2022 vehicles. According to VW, this first update clears the way for future features.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 7, 2022, 2:42 p.m.
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  Polestar 2 electric vehicle gains an optional 68-horsepower boost that can be unlocked via over-the-air update

  The Swedish electric performance car brand Polestar has released a software upgrade for the Long range Dual motor Polestar 2 in North America. The upgrade raises the vehicle’s power output by 68 horsepower to a total of 476 hp, and is a permanent one-time cost of $1,195 without requiring a subscription.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 7, 2022, 2:07 p.m.
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  US-built Fisker Pear electric hatchback breaks cover

  Fisker has started testing its upcoming Pear electric city car on the roads. It is expected to arrive in 2024 with a price tag of less than $30,000. The Pear will be about the same size as the Chevrolet Trax.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 7, 2022, 1:43 p.m.
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  Upcoming Electric Maserati Granturismo will travel 450 km on a single charge

  The new Granturismo will be available in electric Folgore (for lightning) or Nettuno V6 petrol variants. The 2+2 electric Granturismo is equipped with more than 755 hp and 1352 Nm (997 lb ft) of torque, can sprint from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in just 2.7 sec, and has a WLTP official range of 450 km (280 miles).

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 6, 2022, 7:27 p.m.
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  Munro MK_1 is a hand-built electric 375 hp off-roader

  The Munro Mk_1 is the "world's most capable all-electric 4x4" as Scottish manufacturer presents it. The go-anywhere electric machine has been developed with a choice of two powertrains, one delivering 295 horsepower (220 kilowatts) and the other 375 hp (280 kW).

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 6, 2022, 2:14 p.m.
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  U.S. Army is testing Canoo's 600 hp Light Tactical Vehicle (LTV)

  The Texas-based startup just delivered a Light Tactical Vehicle prototype to the U.S. Army, which is based on the pickup the company debuted last year. The LTV has been upgraded to go further, carry more weight, and endure more abuse than its predecessor.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 6, 2022, 11:10 a.m.
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  Lexus is developing an electric car with a manual transmission

  Lexus has investigated how a battery electric vehicle might be equipped with a manual transmission – a project that has progressed to focused development using a research prototype based on the UX 300e compact SUV, equipped with a gear lever and a clutch pedal.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 5, 2022, 5:09 p.m.
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  Ford to provide 2,000 E-Transit electric vans to DHL

  Ford, Deutsche Post DHL Group sign memorandum of understanding to jointly accelerate deployment of electrified vans used for logistics operations worldwide. As part of agreement, Ford will supply DHL with 2,000 electric delivery vans by the end of 2023.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 5, 2022, 11:47 a.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz electrifies camping with the new small van EQT Marco Polo

  For those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, Mercedes-Benz introduces two Marco Polo concepts that turn the EQT electric van into a camper. One is a full conversion while the other has a simple, removable module – perfect for weekend getaways.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 5, 2022, 10:39 a.m.
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  2023 Volkswagen ID.3 teased, promising a sportier look and enlarged infotainment touchscreen

  Although Volkswagen refers to the car in these images as a "second generation," it is likely still a facelift. Even though it is quite substantial.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 2, 2022, 9:28 p.m.
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  Tesla delivered their first electric Semi trucks: 3x the power of any diesel truck, with the range up to 500 miles

  The long-awaited Tesla Semi electric truck has finally arrived! After years of anticipation, the first batch of Tesla Semi trucks have been delivered to customers across the country.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 2, 2022, 2:31 p.m.
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  The electric Peugeot 408 with swappable battery already exists

  However, formally it is not quite a Peugeot 408. It is a Dongfeng Fukang ES600. And as you have probably already assumed, it is sold only in China.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 1, 2022, 6:56 p.m.
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  Opel Astra Electric can cover 416 kilometers (258 miles) on a full charge

  Opel revealed the first images and some specs of the new Astra Electric. The new model will come in hatchback and wagon body styles, similar to the Peugeot e-308 that was unveiled in September.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 1, 2022, 9:32 a.m.
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  Airbus and Renault will jointly develop new batteries for airplanes and cars

  This newly formed partnership will enable both companies to pursue their electricification agendas more rapidly. Furthermore, it provides an opportunity for Airbus to upgrade the technological capabilities of future hybrid-electric aircrafts.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 30, 2022, 6:55 p.m.
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  New Mercedes-Benz eSprinter covers 475 km (295 miles) on one battery charge during tests

  Pre-production vehicle completes 475-kilometre test drive from Stuttgart to Munich and back - with only one battery charge and without recharging. T?V S?d confirms a consumption of 21.9 kWh per 100 km for the test drive.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 30, 2022, 5:08 p.m.
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  Volkswagen e-Golf could make a comeback

  The zero-emissions hatchback came to an end in December 2020, and the Wolfsburg-based company introduced its ID.3 model as a replacement for the electric Golf. However, it turns out that the battery-powered Golf could return.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 30, 2022, 4:14 p.m.