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Aston Martin pushes back its first Lucid-infused EVs’ launch to 2026

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Luxury automaker Aston Martin is pushing back the launch of its first battery-electric vehicle to 2026, citing lower-than-expected consumer demand for such cars at the upcoming EV’s price point. Last June, Aston Martin noted that it is looking to launch four all-electric vehicles. million pounds ($220.6

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Aston Martin delays first EV for lack of demand

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Aston Martin is delaying the launch of its first volume EV by a year, citing lack of demand. 2020 Aston Martin Rapide E at the 2018/2019 Formula E Monaco ePrix Aston has discussed EVs for years, but has changed course numerous times. .

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Lucid CEO says Aston Martin EV tech trade in is just the start

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It plans a type to compete in opposition to Tesla’s mass-market possibility, Style 3, for the second one part of the last decade. A rising trade supplying generation to others would backup Lucid, which like rival corporations has been suffering with mounting losses, tightening money reserves and a price battle sparked through Tesla.

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Aston Martin Rapide E, LA electric cars for Olympics, and Tesla drops colors: Today's Car News

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Aston Martin reveals detailed specifications on its first electric car, the Rapide E. Tesla drops two paint colors for the Model 3 and raises prices for the dual motor all-wheel-drive option. And Chevrolet recalls Volt and Bolt EV models over brake parts.

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Tesla is no longer just a luxury brand, says major auto outlet

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One major automotive outlet says Tesla is no longer just a luxury brand, in part due to its unique pricing strategy over the past few years. About a year since Tesla made major price reductions, Butters says the outlet will now instead compare Tesla to companies like Toyota and Ford than to the aforementioned luxury brands.

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Rivian faces gender discrimination lawsuit from former exec ahead of IPO

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Laura Schwab served as Rivian’s vice president of sales and marketing, joining the company in November 2020 after leaving Aston Martin. Her credentials are impressive, being the first female President in Aston Martin’s 108-year history. million in equity in the form of restricted stock units. .

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Classic fix: Heritage cars reborn with new electric powertrains | Autocar Professional

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Among the most celebrated and revered cars in British automotive history include Range Rovers from the Classic Era (1969 to 1994), Bentley Continental S1, S2 and S3s, Jaguar XK120, 140 and 150s (in both coupe, drophead coupe and OTS body-styles), Rolls-Royce Silver Clouds, Phantoms and most recently, Aston Martin DB6s.