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CATL to license LFP battery tech to General Motors

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CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd) is negotiating with General Motors (GM) to license its LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery technology. Based on local reports in China, negotiations between CATL and General Motors are just starting. Last year, Ford announced plans to build a $3.5

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Ford is on track to sell more electric cars than rival General Motors this year

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Ford’s strength in the general auto sector seems to be spilling over somewhat to its electric vehicle business. This was made possible as Ford posted a 5.9% This was made possible as Ford posted a 5.9% Andrew Frick, Ford’s vice president of sales for the U.S. year-over-year sales boost for the month.

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General Motors has spent nearly $1B on Bolt EV recall

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General Motors knocked off nearly $1 billion from its net income in Q2 2021 because it repaired faulty battery cells in the Chevrolet Bolt EV. The company’s leaders attended an EV event with Ford and Stellantis executives at the White House earlier today, pledging to have 50% of vehicle deliveries be electric by 2030.

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Ford announces Tesla Supercharger access to F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E drivers

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Ford electric vehicle owners can now charge their cars at Tesla Supercharger locations across the United States and Canada, giving drivers of the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E access to the most expansive charging infrastructure in the world. READ: Tesla to open 12,000 Superchargers to Ford across U.S. and Canada.

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Rivian joins Ford and GM to adopt Tesla’s NACS charging standard

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Amazon-backed Rivian Automotive announced today that it will join Ford and General Motors in adopting Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS). By spring, 2024, Rivian R1T and R1S owners will be able to use adapters to access Tesla’s, Supercharger network across the United States and Canada.

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GM shows commitment to EVs with $3.5B plant in IN

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General Motors (GM) recently showed its commitment to electric vehicles (EVs) by continuing its plans for a $3.5 General Motors’ plans for the IN-based facility were initially delayed because the company’s partnership with LG fell through. billion loan for a joint venture between General Motors Co.

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Ford BlueCruise launches in third European country

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Ford’s BlueCruise recently launched in its third European country. Its hand-free capabilities only apply to what Ford describes as Blue Zones. BlueCruise is available in Ford and Lincoln vehicles. Ford executive team admits no Level 3 autonomy by 2025 BlueCruise is authorized for use in Great Britain and Germany in Europe.

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