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Rivian R2 timing, BMW affordable EVs, Bollinger batteries: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

BMW claims it won’t forget about affordable EVs. Bollinger chooses batteries from Michigan. And Rivian pushes some future models a little farther out as it continues to ramp up its existing three models. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Solid-state battery company Solid Power closes $130M Series B led by BMW, Ford and Volta

Green Car Congress

Solid Power, a developer of all solid-state batteries for electric vehicles, announced a $130-million Series B investment round led by the BMW Group, Ford Motor Company and Volta Energy Technologies. BMW and Ford now share leading positions in the race for solid-state battery-powered electric vehicles.

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BMW begins EV battery buildout ahead of next-gen Neue Klasse EVs

Baua Electric

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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The BMW iX1 Now On Sale in South Africa!

CleanTechnica EVs

The all-electric BMW iX1 is now on sale in South Africa. It joins the growing list of battery electric vehicles now available from BMW for consumers in South Africa to buy, adding onto the MINI Cooper SE (which is the most affordable BEV in South Africa at the moment), the […] It starts from R1,140,000 ($62,928).

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Electric Vehicle Battery Replacement Cost in India: Examining Affordability and Long-Term Viability

Get Electric Vehicle

As the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) gains momentum in India, one of the key concerns for potential buyers is the cost associated with battery replacement – the electric vehicle battery replacement cost. Why Do EV Batteries Eventually Need To Be Replaced?

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Report: Future BMW I3 Will Be Less Weird Than Original

The Truth About Cars

But the model fell short in terms of range and luxury, especially in relation to MSRP, resulting in a de facto city car for those who liked the idea of owning a BMW-badged EV. While the vehicle implemented some novel features, the model has aged rather poorly due to advancements in battery technology.

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BMW previews Vision Neue Klasse X: Is this the electric SUV we’ve been waiting for?

Baua Electric

BMW is teasing the new Vision Neue Klasse X electric SUV ahead of its official debut next week. Is this the electric BMW SUV we’ve been waiting for? BMW teases new Vision Neue Klass X BMW gave us a glimpse into the brands high-tech future with the Vision Neue Klasse , unveiled in September.

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