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Tesla Semi will be incredibly affordable with US’ revamped EV tax credit

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Battery costs are declining quickly, but even Tesla still lists its 300-mile Semi variant with an estimated starting price of $150,000. That’s higher than the cost of a comparable diesel-powered Class 8 truck, so the Tesla Semi would have to be very compelling to convince drivers and fleet owners to make the switch to electric.

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SpaceX VP says Starship is already winning commercial launch contracts

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A SpaceX executive says that the company’s next-generation, full-reusable Starship rocket has already secured multiple commercial launch contracts. Where competition is possible, Falcon 9 dominates the global commercial launch market for both small and large satellites. WSBW — Jeff Foust (@jeff_foust) December 13, 2021.

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This lamppost EV charger just went commercial in the US

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Image: Voltpost EV charging company Voltpost ‘s “first-of-a-kind” lamppost EV charger is now commercially available in major US metro areas. The New York and San Francisco-based company is developing and deploying EV charging projects in US cities like New York, Chicago, Detroit, and others this spring. Get started here. –ad*

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How battery leasing enhances adaptability in the EV ecosystem | Autocar Professional

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In the ever-evolving landscape of electric vehicles (EVs), the battery stands as one of the most crucial and expensive components, significantly impacting the overall cost of ownership. With the phasing out of subsidies like the FAME II on March 31, 2024, the cost of EVs is expected to rise, posing a challenge to widespread adoption.

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Rivian expected to layoff 6% of workforce following pressure from EV rivals

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” “At this point in time, we believe focusing on our consumer business, as well as our existing commercial business, represent the most attractive near-term opportunities to maximize value for Rivian,” Scaringe said in a statement when the MOU was scrapped. I’d love to hear from you!

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Piaggio offers battery subscription model for Ape electric 3W at INR 2.59 lakh – ET Auto

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Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd (PVPL),a subsidiary of the Piaggio Group and a leading Indian manufacturer of small commercial vehicles and electric three-wheeler (3EV) pioneers, has announced a “ Battery Subscription Model ” for its Ape Elektrik electric 3Ws. The subscription model goes beyond affordability.

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Stellantis: new hydrogen Ram Trucks will be made in Mexico

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Most of those sales, it expects, will be driven by their commercial customers. If you’re not familiar with RAM’s medium duty commercial offerings, know that they’re the bigger, beefier cousins of the RAM pickup trucks you probably have seen. Stellantis, though, thinks the market will be there when (if) costs come down. “In

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