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Tesla executives talk Model 3 Performance design in new video

Teslarati

In an ad shared on multiple platforms on Saturday, Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen and Vice President of Vehicle Engineering Lars Moravy talk about some of the design choices that went into the Model 3 Performance. The ads were far too generic – could’ve been any car. You can watch the full video below.

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BYD launches new Dolphin EV starting under $14K as price war with ICE cars heats up

Electrek

BYD launched the new Dolphin Honor Edition with more performance, an improved design, and an even lower price tag. The new BYD Dolphin EV starts at $13,900 (99,800 yuan), fueling the automaker’s declared price war on ICE cars.

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Aptera driver-assist tech, 2024 Sonata design, used Tesla prices plunge: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Prices on used EV have fallen dramatically, and the Tesla Model 3 leads the way. Hyundai has revealed the design of the 2024 Sonata—Hybrid included—and it’s. Aptera is the first to use open-source-based Openpilot for driver-assist tech. LG plans a mammoth Arizona plant.

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VinFast launches VF 3 mini electric car for Vietnam market

Green Car Congress

VinFast launched the VF 3, a mini electric car model designed specifically for the Vietnam market. The VinFast VF 3 is part of the small car segment, specifically classified as a Mini car. Regarding the interior, the VF 3 is designed to be minimalist to optimize the space for five people to sit inside the car.

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Rivian design boss shares how R2 builds off R1S and R1T at a lower price

Baua Electric

How does Rivian plan to keep its rugged luxury feel at a lower price? The company’s design boss explains. Rivian R2 design challenges present unique opportunity In less than 24 hours after revealing the smaller, more affordable R2, Rivian’s CEO RJ Scaringe said the new electric SUV earned over 68,000 reservations. Rivian family.

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Ford Designed a Specialty Test Track for the Mach-E Rally

The Truth About Cars

Ford saw a tremendous Mustang Mach-E sales boost after lowering prices earlier this year, and the new Rally model could further help its cause. Ford engineers used computer-aided analysis to design the course, which is aimed at recreating rallycross conditions. second 0-60 mph time, and a $60,000 starting price.

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GMC electric pickup, Volvo C40 Recharge price, Lightyear One solar car production: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Volvo’s first EV-exclusive design has a price tag. And the Lightyear One solar car is coming from the factory that built the Fisker Karma. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. There’s a second, more affordable electric truck coming to the GMC brand after the Hummer EV models.

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