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New Tesla Model 3 Performance with federal tax credit is more affordable than Long Range AWD

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But while the new Model 3 Performance stands out from the upgraded Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and the upgraded Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor All Wheel Drive (AWD) in terms of design, the vehicle also stands out in terms of price. This is quite evident in the reengineered Model 3 sedan’s order page.

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

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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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SMUD running EV charging pilot program with BMW, Ford and GM

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SMUD, the US’ sixth-largest, community-owned, not-for-profit electric service provider, announced the Managed Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Pilot, a new electric vehicle program with BMW of North America, Ford and General Motors. Managed EV Charging will make it easier for customers to switch to an EV.

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BMW Accused of Emissions Cheating, Does Anyone Really Care?

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Regulators in Germany have opened an investigation into alleged diesel exhaust rule circumvention on the part of BMW. The Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA), Germany’s federal transport authority, has alleged that BMW X3 models equipped with the brand’s 2.0-liter liter diesel motor contain software designed to skirt emission regulations.

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

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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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Electric Motor Werks completes first prototype BMW 3-Series conversion

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California-based Electric Motor Werks says it has successfully completed design and construction work on its first 3-series BMW electric conversion. With most of the design elements already optimized, EMW is starting the conversion of the second E46 BMW later this month.

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ACEA study finds cost still strong deterrent for EV uptake across Europe; calls for “realistic” targets recognizing affordability

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A new study by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) finds that the affordability of electric cars remains a strong deterrent for customers across the EU, along with lack of infrastructure and lack of investment in infrastructure. —Erik Jonnaert, ACEA Secretary General. —ACEA report.