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Nissan Micra EV to debut later this year as new low-cost electric car

Electrek

Another affordable electric car is set to be unveiled later this year as Nissan looks to boost EV sales. Nissan will unveil a new Micra EV as its newest low-cost electric car.

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Will US Automakers Build Affordable Electric Cars Before China Does?

CleanTechnica EVs

The push to make less expensive electric cars for American drivers is spurring intense competition to lower manufacturing costs. The post Will US Automakers Build Affordable Electric Cars Before China Does? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD’s affordable Seagull EV poised to arrive as the UK’s cheapest electric car

Electrek

BYD’s most affordable Seagull EV, starting under $10,000 (69,800 yuan), could arrive as the UK’s cheapest electric car. Although BYD has yet to confirm plans, UK leaders see a market for the low-cost “Lamborghini Mini” EV.

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Carmakers Failing to Deliver Affordable Electric Cars, Holding Back EV Adoption — Analysis

CleanTechnica EVs

Only 17% of electric cars sold are in the more affordable “B” segment — compared to 37% of new combustion. continued] The post Carmakers Failing to Deliver Affordable Electric Cars, Holding Back EV Adoption — Analysis appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Battery cost makes affordable Toyota EV unlikely, exec says

Baua Electric

An entry-level Toyota EV is unlikely in the near future due to high battery costs, an executive said in a recently published interview with Autocar. Toyota Urban SUV Concept Carlucci’s statements regarding the state of EV affordability in Europe is similar to what Honda’s global CEO said just last week.

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Kia’s affordable EV3 is coming soon… and it’s getting a sporty GT Line model

Electrek

A new low-cost Kia electric car is expected to debut this summer. Kia is set to reveal the affordable EV3 later this year, complete with a sporty GT Line trim.

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Ford Plans Affordable EV Models and Promises Profitability

The Truth About Cars

CEO Jim Farley recently confirmed that the company would purse sub-$30,000 electric models with its next-generation product line, and said that its existing models would become better in the meantime. The automaker’s hybrid models are quite popular, however, driven to a large degree by its expansive fleet business.