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BMW Group, Daimler, Ford, Audi & Porsche JV for up to 350 kW CCS ultra-fast charging network along major highways in Europe

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BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create the highest-powered charging network in Europe. The goal is the quick build-up of a sizable number of stations in order to enable long-range travel for battery electric vehicle drivers.

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Rivian launches $5,000 gas car trade-in deal for Earth Day

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Rivian has launched a unique new trade-in discount on its vehicles in celebration of Earth Day, offering $5,000 off for those who trade select gas vehicles in for a new R1T or R1S. The post Rivian launches $5,000 gas car trade-in deal for Earth Day appeared first on TESLARATI.

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Tesla Sets the Charge: Universal EV Standards in the Making

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Photo credit: MikeDotta / Shutterstock.com The electric vehicle (EV) charging sector is experiencing a major shift with the introduction of Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS). This initiative is transforming the EV charging experience, aiming to parallel the simplicity of fueling conventional gas and diesel vehicles.

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California, 6 automakers finalize bilateral Clean Car Framework agreements

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While California is challenging the Federal government in court to overturn the revocation of California’s waiver enabling the state to issue greenhouse gas restrictions on light-duty vehicles, it has finalized with six participating automakers individual bilateral agreements based upon a Framework unveiled last year.

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Audi power-dense 2.5L TFSI engine with electric biturbo delivers 591 hp from 2,480 cc; 48V subsystem for the turbo

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At the Wörthersee festival, Audi is showcasing the Audi TT clubsport turbo technology concept equipped with a new 2.5 TFSI gasoline engine with an electric biturbo ( earlier post ) that delivers 441 kW (591 hp) and 650 N·m (479.4 By comparison: The new Ford Shelby GT 350 will feature a naturally aspirated 5.2L

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Road Test: 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

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In April 2018 Ford announced all its sedans and coupes would be going away by 2020, except for one–the iconic Mustang. Clean Fleet Report spent a week in the rear-wheel drive 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium Fastback, powered by a high-performance turbocharged 2.3-liter The 2021 Ford Mustang interior has a comfy, retro feel to it.

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Tesla supporters protest after IRA incentives shun popular BEVs, support hybrids

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Tesla and electric vehicle supporters are responding negatively to the Inflation Reduction Act’s qualified cars for its EV incentive. However, a number of gas-powered hybrids actually do. Credit: US Department of Energy. This is messed up. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 1, 2023.

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