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Volkswagen plans cheaper battery model ‘from Europe for Europe’ – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Brussels last year angered Beijing after launching an anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese electric cars that would represent unfair competition to domestic European manufacturers. Cheaper Chinese models are not just a concern for Europe’s biggest auto manufacturer, but for European officials.

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China issues draft guidelines to rein in lithium battery industry – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Lithium-ion batteries are a form of rechargeable energy storage used in everything from electric cars to scooters, laptops and motorised wheelchairs. China is the world’s largest lithium battery market , accounting for some 57% of global demand in 2022, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit.

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Battle for ‘tech luxury’ in China as EVs get smarter – and cheaper – ET Auto

Baua Electric

The battle for consumer attention in China’s electric car market is being fought over touches of “ tech luxury ” that car buyers in other markets have never seen.

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The Inefficiency of Car Buying

Clean Car

The Deal Seeker will see an amazing deal, an awesome looking car online or in a dealership, it may be a car that they had never considered before but, by chance, it ticks all the boxes. You may ask yourself though, how do I find the perfect electric car for my needs. The steps are easy: Download the CleanCar app.

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Chrysler's first electric car to be two-seat sports car - Apr. 15, 2009

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Photos First drive: Chevy Volt test A few laps behind the wheel of an early version of GMs electric car shows the strengths - and possible weaknesses - of the technology. Executives insist the program is on track, generally speaking, and Chrysler will be ready to produce cars on time.

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Sodium batteries from Michigan to challenge lithium’s grip – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Modern life runs on lithium-ion batteries , powering smartphones, laptops and electric cars alike. Their main raw input — sodium — is abundant and cheap. Sodium-ion batteries offer benefits over their lithium-ion counterparts. They can discharge faster, providing short, intense bouts of power. Natron Energy Inc.

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The ultimate guide to buying an EV in Australia: This is everything you need to know

EV Central

Electric cars are getting more popular. Here’s the complete guide on buying an EV – and everything you should be ready for when you take delivery of your first electric car. They recommend you don’t regularly take the car to 100 percent state of charge. READ MORE: How far will be EV drive on a charge?

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