Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Ford Motor Company announced that its Kansas City Assembly Plant will build the all-new E-Transit van, part of a more than $3.2 Ford’s strategy is different—we are delivering affordable, capable electric vehicles in the heart of the retail and commercial market rather than six-figure status vehicles. billion (US $1.35

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2020

The heart of GM’s strategy is a modular propulsion system and a highly flexible, third-generation global EV platform powered by proprietary Ultium batteries. GM’s all-new modular platform and battery system, Ultium. GM’s joint venture with LG Chem to develop and mass produce battery cells will drive cell costs below $100 per kWh.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 6, 2024

Can Kia challenge Toyota, which has dominated the market in Thailand, with affordable EVs? Affordable electric cars are coming Kia has already revamped the brand as the industry transitions to electric with a new logo and design. The Korean automaker is also seeing early success with its first three-row electric SUV , the EV9.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 18, 2021

This dedicated EV architecture and propulsion system is the foundation for GM’s all-electric future, giving the company the capability not only to build an entire retail and commercial portfolio, but also leverage the technology to expand its business to non-automotive applications. GMC HUMMER EV. Photo by Jeffrey Sauger for General Motors).

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Baua Electric

MAY 7, 2024

BMW has begun production of a battery-assembly facility at its San Luis Potosí, Mexico, plant in anticipation of production of its next-generation Neue Klasse EVs. BMW cylindrical battery cells BMW announced that it would build Neue Klasse EVs in Mexico , as well as two European production sites, in February 2023.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

According to Automotive News , Hyundai is plotting to introduce a specially adapted battery-electric version of the small combustion-powered Hyundai Casper SUV it already sells in South Korea. Just build it! To ensure the Casper SUV succeeds, Hyundai hasn’t simply binned its petrol 1.0-litre

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Baua Electric

MARCH 26, 2024

Ford’s CEO John Lawler said at the BofA Auto Summit Tuesday an Escape-sized electric SUV can offer the same interior space as its best-selling Explorer on its new EV platform. Although Ford confirmed it will launch a three-row electric SUV in the US, these plans have been pushed back as the automaker shifts to smaller, more affordable EVs.

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EV Central

JANUARY 22, 2024

The global auto giant Stellantis has done a deal with a French battery-maker to secure fresh sodium-ion battery technology for its future EVs that could see electric cars finally undercut petrol cars on purchase price. Not that sodium-ion batteries are perfect, not just yet at least. READ MORE: Range anxiety solved?

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Increasingly, the US is splitting into two camps when it comes to EV adoption: those states who’ve been aggressive about offering incentives and building infrastructure to support EVs and those that have not. Luxury EVs Still Wield Outsize Influence on Affordability. Each month, the J.D.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

This funding was provided to 32 organizations, including municipalities, multi-resident buildings (MURBs), private firms and utilities. billion to extend the government’s purchase incentive program until March 2025 and to expand the types of vehicle models eligible under the program, which would include more vans, trucks and SUVs.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 7, 2024

That’s down significantly from the 4% annual increase originally proposed for trucks and SUVs, which are already held to a lower standard and have become the dominant portion of U.S. As the International Energy Agency last week underscored, SUVs emit about 20% more CO2 than cars , whether they’re electric or not. vehicle sales.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

VinFast will not only sell right-hand drive models in Indonesia but also build them in a new factory with a small initial production capacity of 50,000. It would certainly create plenty of interest as VinFast’s range of electric SUVs would undoubtedly be pitched at a price that would make it a direct competitor for China’s BYD, GWM and MG.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 26, 2024

Despite launching in Europe less than a year ago, BYD ‘s Tang is getting a bigger battery for more range and more. Although BYD launched its Tang EV in Norway in 2020, the electric SUV began rolling out in Germany, the Netherlands, and other major European markets last year. The BYD Tang is already due for an upgrade in Europe.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 12, 2022

To this end, Honda believes that a multifaceted and multidimensional approach is needed, not a mere replacing of engines with batteries. Such core areas are: electrified products and services, battery, energy, Mobile Power Pack, hydrogen and software/connected technologies that connect all core areas. Introduction of EVs.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 4, 2024

Ford electric Explorer SUV (Source: Ford) After EV sales picked up in the first quarter, Ford is scaling back as it delays plans to launch its new three-row electric SUV. Mustang Mach-E sales climbed 77% YOY, reaching 9,589, making it the second-best-selling electric SUV behind Tesla’s Model Y.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 21, 2024

In a move aimed at capturing a larger slice of the country’s burgeoning SUV space, Toyota’s re-entry into the sub-4m SUV category nine months after discontinuing the Urban Cruiser — their version of the Maruti Suzuki Brezza — shows that they have bigger goals. But will the gamble pay off? But will the gamble pay off? lakh and Rs 13.03

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 8, 2024

4 rolls into the new year with the same battery and powertrain options it had before, but tech improvements should help it remain competitive. There’s also a new drive motor for models equipped with the larger 82 kWh battery pack. 4 one of the most affordable EVs on sale today. It gets a new 12.9-inch

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Teslarati

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Lucid has been building EVs since 2021 when it unveiled the Air lineup. With lower costs and more customization planned for next year with that model, it also plans to roll out the Gravity SUV in the coming years. Tesla, along with other companies, will likely have more affordable vehicles by then.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Hyundai is reportedly looking to launch an affordable electric version of its Casper mini SUV in Europe later this year, which is expected to rival other small electric vehicles (EVs) in the market. Hyundai is currently building a new EV factory in South Korea , which broke ground in November and is expected to cost around $1.5

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 5, 2017

In Shanghai, Ford Motor Executive Chairman Bill Ford and CEO Jim Hackett outlined the next phase of the company’s China expansion strategy, focused on SUVs, electric and connected vehicles, a streamlined business structure and closer connections to Chinese customers. The progress we have achieved in China is just the start.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 12, 2023

A battery will be the high-voltage heart of each of those 77 million electric vehicles, and by far their most expensive component, setting off a worldwide race to ethically source their materials and crank up production to meet exploding demand. Yet propelling this full-size luxury barge still demands a 112 kWh battery aboard.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 13, 2024

Nissan and Honda are considering teaming up to introduce more affordable EVs to compete with Chinese automakers like BYD. Sources at Nissan said the automaker may discuss joint battery and vehicle development with Honda. BYD, which started as a battery maker, has a significant advantage by building nearly all vehicle parts in-house.

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Teslarati

OCTOBER 11, 2021

A picture of the Tesla Model S Plaid’s 18650 battery pack with its modules visible was recently shared online. The image hinted that Tesla is still in the process of optimizing and innovating its 18650 battery technology, despite the cells being quite a bit long in the tooth. “But we’ve managed to do that.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 21, 2024

Audi plots a new lower-cost EV, an electric A3 or Q3 After unveiling the new Q6 e-tron this week, its next-gen premium mid-size electric SUV, Audi, is planning a smaller, lower-cost EV. Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (Source: Audi AG) The race for more affordable EVs The new lower-cost Audi EV is “not a four-metre car,” according to Döllner. “We

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Teslarati

MARCH 30, 2021

Citing an official from the Japanese automobile industry, the Chosun Ilbo , one of South Korea’s largest newspapers, stated that the upcoming partnership between Tesla and Toyota would likely result in the development of a small electric SUV. kWh usable) battery pack, which came from Tesla.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 14, 2024

Earlier this week, a version of its flagship Lucid Air sedan delivered an efficiency ratio of 5 miles per kWh, which could soon translate to more affordable long-range models for all. It doesn’t take an economics major to understand that greater efficiency translates to smaller battery packs that still offer competitive range.

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Teslarati

MARCH 19, 2024

” Now, it appears Ford has actually mapped out the changes and will begin developing and building low-cost EVs as soon as 2026, according to a new report from Bloomberg. Ford is planning to develop a compact SUV, a small pickup, and another vehicle that could eventually be utilized for ride-hailing.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 17, 2024

The post is worth a read, but it ends in a summary with the core principle being laid out in four steps: Build sports car. Use that money to build an affordable car. Use that money to build an even more affordable car. While doing above, also provide zero-emission electric power generation options.

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 30, 2024

Despite previously having committed itself toward a future where it builds all-electric vehicles, General Motors has made plans to bring plug-in hybrids back to our market. The assumption being that profits will come once the company has built more high-margin examples and battery production reaches a point where costs begin to come down.

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EV Central

MAY 10, 2024

That’s the word from Cadillac’s chief marketing officer, Melissa Grady Dias, who says Australia’s newest brand has little interest competing in the affordable EV space, and will instead duke it out at the top-end of the new-car market. “Obviously the foundation of that is the Ultium platform.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Nissan says it’s committed to a radical electric reinvention of its JUKE and QASHQAI SUVs as well as the LEAF EV when it begins replacing the current models from 2026. 2023 Nissan Hyper Urban concept. We think that car will mirror the Hyper Urban’ styling that also made its debut at the last month’s Japan mobility show.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 26, 2024

After Kia’s first three-row electric SUV is already seeing strong demand, the EV9 is set to gain a high-performance GT version. The EV9 GT will build on Kia’s first high-performance electric vehicle, the EV6 GT. kWh battery and a dual motor powertrain, the EV6 GT generates 576 hp and 546 lb-ft of torque. million EVs.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 16, 2024

Toyota has no current plans to launch a cheap EV despite demand building. Toyota’s European product development boss, Andrea Carlucci, told Autocar that battery costs make a cheap EV unlikely. He explained that there needs to be a “substantial shift in the cost of batteries” before a cheap Toyota EV can be made at scale.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 8, 2024

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Baua Electric

MARCH 28, 2024

Let the “liberation battle” begin After declaring a “liberation battle” against gas-powered cars earlier this year, BYD, or Build Your Dreams, is putting pressure on overseas rivals. Most BYD vehicles are based on its e-Platform 3.0 , an advanced 8-in-1 electric powertrain with integrated Blade batteries.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 4, 2023

And while the company’s two newest offerings, the Lyriq and the Hummer, were far from volume sellers, its Chevy Bolt is quickly becoming the “EV of the people” as it is now one of the most affordable and popular offerings on the market in the U.S. As General Motors takes a new position at the top of automakers in the U.S.,

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EV Central

MAY 8, 2023

The first ground-up EV from the Chinese-owned British brand – the MG ZS electric SUV is build on the architecture of a petrol vehicle – the MG4 could be a major player at the entry-level end of the EV market. That is for the version with a smaller 51kWh battery, which isn’t initially offered in Australia but is “under consideration”.

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