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Second Tesla center in New Mexico to open on Santa Ana Pueblo

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In September 2021, Tesla opened its first center on Native American tribal land in New Mexico. By building on tribal land, Tesla effectively sidestepped a New Mexico law prohibiting the company from directly selling EVs and operating a service center in the state. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.)

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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range

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BMW Vision Neue Klasse X concept Neue Klasse models will also feature faster charging than current BMW EVs thanks to an 800-volt electrical architecture, and they’re at the leading edge of a battery shift for the company. The combination of cylindrical cells and the 800-volt shift will speed up charging by up to 30%, BMW claims.

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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range

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BMW Vision Neue Klasse X concept Neue Klasse models will also feature faster charging than current BMW EVs thanks to an 800-volt electrical architecture, and they’re at the leading edge of a battery shift for the company. The combination of cylindrical cells and the 800-volt shift will speed up charging by up to 30%, BMW claims.

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The US and EU take different approaches to the threat of Chinese EV imports – Charged EVs

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percent tariff for all Chinese-made cars, and the Inflation Reduction Act creates an additional barrier with its stipulation that only EVs made in North America qualify for tax credits. Some fear that Chinese firms could do an end run around such barriers by producing EVs in places like Mexico and Brazil.)

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2023 was a tremendous year for both EVs and Plug In America!

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in a year First NEVI charging stations up and running Gasoline sales have passed their peak It’s been a busy year here on the policy team. Clean Vehicle Tax Credits Clean vehicle tax credits kicked into high gear in 2023. New Mexico adopted the Advanced Clean Cars II standard (ACC II).

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GM cuts 2024 Chevy Blazer EV price by thousands, resumes sales

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They come after owners and reviewers reported a range of interface glitches, some of which appeared to interfere with the ability to charge and drive the vehicle. GM confirmed to Green Car Reports that this update also addresses the intermittent Blazer EV charging issues that some have detailed.

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Fisker releases details on $29,900 Pear production in the US

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One battery has an estimated range of 180 miles, while the other is made for longer trips with an estimated range of 320 miles per charge, based on Europe’s WLTP standard. Depending on the Fisker Pear’s battery, customers could be eligible for up to $7,500 in tax credits. The Teslarati team would appreciate hearing from you.

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