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Falken’s new ECORUN A-A tire helps extend range and efficiency of hybrid vehicles; Toyota first partner

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Falken Tire Europe, the European affiliate of the Japanese tire manufacturer Sumitomo Rubber and the sixth largest tire manufacturer worldwide, has launched a new summer tire with optimized rolling resistance. The new addition is a first for FALKEN’s product portfolio. The product is recommended for use with hybrid vehicles.

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Fisker Recruits First US Dealers for PHEVs; Appoints First Distributors for Europe

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An available solar-powered car port can keep demonstrator vehicles clean, dry, fully charged and ready to go. The 2L/100km Fisker Karma sedan will start at €78,780 (US$106,900), excluding VAT, and be available through a network of 40 retailers across Europe beginning early 2010. The initial set includes: Click to enlarge.

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GM Files Voluntary Chapter 11; Agreements with US Treasury and Canada; New GM Expected in 60-90 Days

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Reduce its dealers to approximately 3,600 from the current 5,969. GM will launch the Chevrolet Volt extended range electric vehicle in 2010, expects to have 14 hybrid models in production by 2012, and will have 65% of vehicles alternative-fuel capable by 2014. GM Europe Restructuring. Approximately $6.8 Earlier post.)

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

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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. Europe was Volvo’s biggest market, with 8,799 EVs sold, up 31% YOY. The extended-range model will feature up to 275 miles driving range.

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

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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. The electric SUV will be available in two powertrains: Single Motor Extended Range and Twin Motor Performance. The same situation is happening in Europe.

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Mercedes updates 2025 EQS sedan with better range, new grille, and a standing star emblem

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The updated Mercedes-Benz model now includes a larger battery, offering future customers even more range. The EQS is an all-electric sedan that debuted as a concept in 2019 before hitting markets in Europe and the US in 2021 as a 2022 model-year EV. Have a look. So, expect the 2025 versions to exceed that number.

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GWM Ora electric hatch now Australia’s cheapest EV

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GWM set a price of $43,990 before on-road costs for its new Ora five-door electric hatchback, which in its homeland of China is known as the Good Cat and in Europe is called the Funky Cat. However, as with most parts of the countries, there are rebates available for more affordable EVs; West Australians can get $3500 back after purchase.