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Who needs a V8: Zero-emission Range Rover Electric teased with epic performance and true off-road capability

EV Central

The 2024 Range Rover Electric has been previewed ahead of its launch next year with the British 4X4 maker releasing pics and early details of its flagship SUV that will provide a more luxurious and expensive alternative to large battery-powered rivals like the Kia EV9. Not that the Range Rover Electric will neglect luxury.

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UK Car production slumps in July

EV Info

From the start you can see that Diesel sales have fallen off a cliff with just 7% of the market that is now less than the Battery powered cars of pure EVs that sold over 11,000 units. The dearth is not only putting pressure on carmakers but also on tech companies and the consumer electronics sector, which are also competing for supply.

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R2-Beat-you: New Rivian R2 SUV locked in for March 7 debut with sight set on ending Tesla Model Y’s grip on mid-size SUV market

EV Central

Back then, the silhouette of the medium/large all-electric SUV suggested short front and rear overhangs, blocky styling but a rakish windscreen with the US brand’s new entry model mimicking more rugged SUVs like the Land Rover Defender and Ford Bronco.

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As Electric Car Makers Ante Up Billions, Software Is Ace in the Hole

Cars That Think

There are three main electric vehicle drivetrain designs that an EV manufacturer can choose to pursue: battery powered , hybrid , and or fuel cell. 4, is simpler, more flexible, and less costly than the modular transversal toolkit (MQB) approach that VW previously used for its battery powered e-Golf.