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Elon Musk sets expectations for next-gen Tesla Roadster production

Teslarati

The next-gen Roadster] is definitely not going to be a huge contributor, it will be a modest contributor to profitability, but it will be sick,” Musk added. Since the next-gen Roadster was first seen on the tarmac coming out of a Semi, Tesla has worked hard to grow as an EV maker in an auto industry dominated by fossil-fuel cars.

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Here’s how the new EU tariffs will impact Chinese EV makers like BYD and NIO

Baua Electric

Global markets are now flooded with cheaper electric cars,” EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in her annual speech to the European Parliament. BYD Seal test drive in Mexico (Source: BYD) According to the release, Tesla “may receive an individually calculated duty rate at the definitive stage.” Geely: 20% SAIC: 38.1%

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

The end of ownership usually results in used sales, which increases affordability and adoption. I am definitely invested in EV adoption and can connect with engineers and media because of my background in EV ownership and my master’s in mechanical engineering. Test rides most always evoke a comment of future EV purchase.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

The end of ownership usually results in used sales, which increases affordability and adoption. I am definitely invested in EV adoption and can connect with engineers and media because of my background in EV ownership and my master’s in mechanical engineering. Test rides most always evoke a comment of future EV purchase.

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Electric Car Watch #13: The OLA Electric Car Concept Revealed

Plug In India

They announced the setup of the Ola Futurefoundry, a global center for advanced engineering and vehicle design. This center will be based in Coventry, the UK, which is a global hub for some of the best automotive design and engineering talent in the world. Hiring experienced people from the global auto industry is positive.

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China puts its electric vehicles on center stage - China automotive news

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Alternative-fuel cars were some of the hottest items on display at the Shanghai auto show from homegrown companies like Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd., Making electric vehicles affordable will be critical for them to have an impact on the environment, as vehicle ownership continues to rise quickly. Gasgoo.com | ?? |

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Electric Car Watch #1: Electric Car Disruption will destroy ICE Car Market | ? ?

Plug In India

This week’s episode is mostly an introduction to this series and some of our thoughts on the global electric car scene. We don’t know who these people are, but they are definitely scared and afraid to change. All of this definitely feels orchestrated. This is a global phenomenon. million pre-orders.