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Tesla launches its 2nd-cheapest, longest-range Model Y in select European countries

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The new Model Y variant currently stands as the second most-affordable and longest range variant of the all-electric crossover. Tesla announced the launch of the new Model Y Long Range Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) motor in a post from its Tesla Europe & Middle East account on social media platform X.

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

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The battery side will supply cylindrical cells with 20% greater energy density than current cells, helping to boost charging speed and range by 30%, BMW claims. BMW cylindrical battery cells The first Neue Klasse model, and SUV previewed by Vision Neue Klasse X concept , is scheduled to start production in Hungary in 2025.

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BYD is ‘just getting started’ in Europe with plans to triple its EV market share

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BYD aims for a 5% share of EV sales in Europe, even before production begins in Hungary. The facility will build electric cars with battery packs built in Hungary. The Hungary plant will be able to build 150,000 vehicles a year with the ability to double output to 300,000 eventually. Shu explained, “It will be Europe for Europe.”

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Audi is the latest automaker to reveal plans for a lower-cost EV

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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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BYD to kick off EV production at new Thailand plant in Q3 as overseas expansion accelerates

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BYD set to begin EV production in Thailand in Q3 After showcasing its full range of brands at the Bangkok Auto Show this week, BYD said it will kick off EV production in the country in Q3. The fully electric BYD Atto 3 SUV was the top-selling electric model, with over 19,200 units delivered.

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BYD says EVs have entered the ‘knockout round’ with next-gen tech rolling out

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During an investor meeting on Wednesday, BYD’s CEO, Wang Chaunfu, said it will launch its next-gen hybrid tech offering over 1,200 miles (2,000 km) range. Its next-gen DM-i system will enable an even more range at a lower cost. For example, BYD is building a plant in Hungary that will “be Europe, for Europe.”

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BYD shares first official images of its ultra-affordable Yuan Up SUV

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Just over a week after initially teasing a new compact SUV called the Yuan Up, Build Your Dreams (BYD) has posted several of the first official images of the new EV’s exterior. One of those EVs BYD hopes will help get it to its target is the Yuan Up SUV – the first A0-class SUV on its e-Platform 3.0, Have a look.

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