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IHS Automotive sees Google leading technology, testing, software development for autonomous driving

Green Car Congress

Google is the current technology leader in this arena, according to a report from industry analysts IHS Automotive: “Google Self-Driving Car Strategy and Implications”. IHS estimates suggest Google has invested nearly $60 million so far in autonomous vehicle research and development, at a run rate of nearly $30 million per year.

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Tesla China announces 0% down ‘Financial Leasing’ with buy-out options

Teslarati

Tesla China has announced a new “Financial Leasing” plan for more affordability as it offers the option of 0% down to purchase a vehicle, as well as several other financing options. Today, Tesla China announced “Tesla Financial Leasing” financial plan. ” Tesla Financial Leasing.

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Tesla Model 3 ‘Highland’ trial production, delivery date rumors swirl in China

Teslarati

Based on the estimated cost of parts, the guide price is around ¥200K, and will use the new 66 kWh M3P battery. Based on the estimated cost of parts, the guide price is around ¥200K, and will use the new 66 kWh M3P battery. Compared with previous expectations, this progress has been advanced.

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Fisker opens reservations for Ocean SUV; cost starts as low as $379/month

Green Car Congress

opened reservations for the Ocean electric luxury SUV, arriving in 2022, through its website and native mobile app—available globally on the App Store and Google Play store. Fisker Inc. Reservations are set at US$250 per vehicle and are fully refundable. 80 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Our mission is to become the No.

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2022 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Ultimate – Not Quite Fully Charged

The Truth About Cars

To be fair, Android phone users may find the Google-based system a bit quicker to learn than iPhone users. Perhaps that’s the biggest letdown here – the C40 Recharge could be a fun, relatively affordable way to introduce buyers to EVs in general and the Volvo brand specifically. Finally, like many EVs, the Volvo ditches AM radio.

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How To Reduce EV Charging Station Costs

EV Connect

Unfortunately, many assume the costs of installing and maintaining EV stations would make them unviable for their business. There are many ways to make installing EV charging stations affordable. We’ll be covering some of the most common forms of each cost-reduction method.

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Road Test: 2021 Polestar 2

Clean Fleet Report

As an EV, the 2021 Polestar 2 is a silent traveler, and the time on the road gave me the chance to test what is the world’s first in-vehicle application of an infotainment system powered by Android with Google apps and services built-in. Google in the car. Inside, the 2021 Polestar 2 shows its Volvo origins.

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