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T&G Asks, “Where Are The Affordable Electric Cars?”

CleanTechnica EVs

Transport & Environment claims European automakers are prioritizing expensive cars at the expense of affordable electric cars. The post T&G Asks, “Where Are The Affordable Electric Cars?” ” appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD cuts price of most affordable EV to less than $A20,000

The Driven EV News

BYD reveals a refreshed version of one of the most affordable EVs with a starting price of under $A19,000. The post BYD cuts price of most affordable EV to less than $A20,000 appeared first on The Driven.

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Volkswagen announces production start date for its most affordable $20K ID.1 EV

Electrek

For the first time, Volkswagen announced it aims to start producing its most affordable ID.1 1 will offer “affordable electric mobility for everyone,” VW brand leader Thomas Shafer said Thursday. 1 electric car, starting at 20,000 euros ($21,700), in 2027. The $20K Volkswagen ID.1

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Kia will beat Rivian and Tesla into affordable mass-market EVs

Electrek

Although Rivian and Tesla are making headlines with planned expansions into mass-market electric vehicles, Kia is set to launch two affordable EVs of its own. One of them, the Kia EV3, is expected to launch by the end of the year.

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Carmakers Failing to Deliver Affordable Electric Cars, Holding Back EV Adoption — Analysis

CleanTechnica EVs

Only 17% of electric cars sold are in the more affordable “B” segment — compared to 37% of new combustion. continued] The post Carmakers Failing to Deliver Affordable Electric Cars, Holding Back EV Adoption — Analysis appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Report: Sony-Honda venture plans SUV, Civic-sized affordable EV

Green Car Reports

Sony Honda Mobility is planning an electric SUV and affordable compact car in addition to its previously-shown sedan, according to a new Nikkei Asia report. The SUV will launch in 2027, followed by the compact car in 2028, the report said.

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Battery cost makes affordable Toyota EV unlikely, exec says

Green Car Reports

Some automakers are launching small, affordable EVs for the European market, but Toyota currently has no plans to follow them, Andrea Carlucci, the automaker's European development boss, said. An entry-level Toyota EV is unlikely in the near future due to high battery costs, an executive said in a recently published interview with Autocar.