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BMW joins the race to produce EVs in Mexico

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BMW has announced that it will invest 800 million euros ($863 million) into its new production location in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, following numerous other manufacturers rushing to America’s Southern neighbor. and Canada, automakers like BMW have also been attracted to Mexico as a cheaper alternative.

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Hybrid vs PHEV vs EV | Types of EVs Explained

Setec Powerr

For example, what is a hybrid vehicle, PHEV, or EV, and what are the differences between them and their advantages and disadvantages? PHEV – Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles. Common examples of hybrid cars are: the BMW 530e、Toyota Prius Prime and Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. Hybrid Vehicles. EVs – Electric Vehicles.

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These Are the Most Reliable Cars in Each Category, Says J.D. Power

The Truth About Cars

Electrified Vehicles: A Mixed Bag Owners of BEVs and PHEVs report more problems than those with gasoline and hybrid vehicles, with tire replacement being a notable issue for BEV owners. This article was co-written using AI and was then heavily edited and optimized by our editorial team.

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These Are the Most Reliable Cars in Each Category, Says J.D. Power

The Truth About Cars

Electrified Vehicles: A Mixed Bag Owners of BEVs and PHEVs report more problems than those with gasoline and hybrid vehicles, with tire replacement being a notable issue for BEV owners. This article was co-written using AI and was then heavily edited and optimized by our editorial team.

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Tech: Don’t Believe These 5 Plug-In Hybrid Myths!

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Diffusing Disinformation on PHEVs. The rise of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) have fans professing its technological wonders, while looking down at plug-in hybrid EVs (PHEVs). While BEVs use a battery-powered motor to power the vehicle, PHEVs have both a battery/electric motor and a gas engine to power them. But not to worry!

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Global Top 20 January 2021

EV Sales

Last month, BEVs jumped 132% YoY, while PHEVs grew 80%, mostly thanks to the BEV-friendly Chinese market, that represented 54% of all global sales in January. The BMW 330e was 20th, thus making 3 BMW's in the Top 20, the only maker with such a score.

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Tesla one of few automakers retaining U.S. EV incentives after rule change

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This includes Rivian’s R1S and R1T, Volvo’s S60 PHEV, BMW’s X5 xDrive45e, Volkswagen’s ID.4 4 and Audi’s Q5 TFSI eQuattro PHEV, Nissan’s Leaf hatchback, and even the freshly released Genesis GV70 Electrified. What do you think of the article? Shoot me an email at william@teslarati.com.