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A new luxury EV IPO from Geely is reportedly in the works

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However, much of this valuation comes from the prospect of Geely’s involvement, as Zeekr currently only lists two vehicles for order on its site; the 001 crossover and the 009 minivan. The anonymous sources stated that the company hopes to have the IPO available in Q2 2023 and aims to secure over $1 billion in funding.

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May 2023 – Tesla still dominates the Norwegian EV market

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For plugins to get consistently above 95% share will require more diverse – and especially, more affordable – vehicle classes to be catered for. Let’s see what volumes BMW can maintain for this model, their most affordable current BEV. 2 concept that may be offered around this price, and an even more affordable ID.1

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April 2023 – Plug-in car market share continues to grow in Norway

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It’s interesting to see the Volkswagen ID.Buzz quickly becoming so popular, as the first “Minivan” BEV that is designed for families and private consumers (rather than commercial use, and taxis). In my view, the remaining few percent will still depend on new BEVs in the affordable sub-compact class (BYD Seagull anyone?),

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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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To further reduce fuel consumption, Chrysler incorporated stop/start technology into the new Ram 1500 as well as the diesel version of the Jeep Wrangler that Fiat is selling on our behalf in Europe. Axles and Drivelines. Chrysler Group has a commercial agreement with an affiliate of ZF through which they produce lightweight axles.

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Volvo EX30 to become a best-seller as the first models reach EU buyers

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Starting at $34,950 (36,000 euros), it will be one of the most affordable electric cars on the market. With “above-expected order rates,” Volvo will build the EX30 at its Ghent, Belgium plant (in addition to China) to meet the growing demand in Europe for low-cost EVS. Demand for affordable electric cars continues building.

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Volvo’s new EVs are attracting Ferrari-like wait times because they are ‘the right products’

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When asked how the brand prevented customers from switching to other brands, Zurhausen told Automotive News Europe that Volvo has “the right products at the right time.” When I started at Volvo it was written in stone that if you ordered a car in three months you got your car,” Volvo’s Europe online business leader said.

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Volvo EX30 boosts EV sales share in February to reach a new record at 22%

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Volvo sold 5,863 EX30 models through the first two months of 2024 as demand for affordable EVs heats up. The EX30 is already rolling out in Europe, Japan, and Brazil. He boasted about the automaker’s pricing power, with the EX30 starting at $34,950 in the US and €36,590 in Europe. 0 to 60 mph sprint.

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