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CATL and BYD target 50% battery price cut this year to make EVs affordable – ET Auto

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This initiative is expected to bring down the price of its VDA specification lithium iron phosphate battery cells to RMB 0.4 This initiative is expected to bring down the price of its VDA specification lithium iron phosphate battery cells to RMB 0.4 RMB per Wh, significantly lower than previous prices.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E price cuts are proving affordable EVs are in demand

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Ford is moving inventory after slashing prices by up to $8,100 on its best-selling electric SUV, the Mustang Mach-E , last month. A recent Cloud Theory report reveals that the price cuts are working as buyers look for more affordable EVs. Even with the price cuts, the Mach-E’s turn rate reached 33%. billion last year.

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Reuters: Tesla Has Ditched Its Affordable EV Efforts in Favor of Robotaxis

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Affordable EVs seem to be a nut that no automaker can crack, as every promise of a “sub-$30,000” model or similar has fallen through in favor of higher prices. It now seems that Tesla is following suit, despite repeated promises that it would develop a mass-market EV at a reasonable price.

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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. Tesla price cuts push EV market toward affordability with broader influence In 2022, Tesla’s prices were higher and were competing with companies such as Mercedes-Benz, Aston Martin and Lexus.

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Is Hyundai’s IONIQ 6 the ultimate EV? Fast charging, long-range, and affordable price

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According to a new report, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is the only EV on the market offering fast charging in under 20 minutes, over 350 miles range, and at an affordable starting price. And you get all of this starting at an affordable starting price of as little as $38,650. 361 $43,656 SEL RWD 77.4 305 $46,365 Limited RWD 77.4

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The $10,000 BYD Seagull EV is scaring the U.S. auto industry

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market, the company’s recent release of a city EV with a price tag under $10,000 has some worried for when it and other low-cost companies do. BYD launched its Seagull, a small hatchback EV with a price tag starting at 69,800 yuan (~$9,773), at the Shanghai Auto Show last year. auto market anytime soon , some U.S.

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Emporia’s new NACS EV charger is “comparable to a Tesla charger at a more affordable price” – Charged EVs

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The company’s new NACS Level 2 EV Charger “combines power, design, and functionality comparable to a Tesla charger at a more affordable price.” Emporia’s recently-launched installation marketplace offers free estimates based on the client’s location, partnerships with vetted installers and special pricing.