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IDTechEx: despite efforts to reduces rare-earth use, percentage of permanent magnet-based EV motors rising

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While there has been much publicity and technical development towards rare-earth reduction in vehicle motors, in practice the market is seeing an increase in the number of permanent magnet motors.

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CATL to license LFP battery tech to General Motors

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CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd) is negotiating with General Motors (GM) to license its LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery technology. Based on local reports in China, negotiations between CATL and General Motors are just starting. In addition, CATL and GM’s battery factory would be in either the United States or Mexico.

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Tesla gains another Chinese competitor as Xiaomi unveils SU7 EV

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Xiaomi recently unveiled its SU7 electric vehicle (EV) and set its sights on beating Tesla in the Chinese EV market. The Xiaomi EV’s initials stand for Speed Ultra, a detail the Chinese company has made sure is factual. Meanwhile, the Tesla Model S Plaid has a top speed of 200 mph and can run 0 to 60 mph in 1.99

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CBAK Energy partners with JAC Motors to develop new battery cells, including 4680 format

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CBAK Energy Technology, a lithium-ion battery manufacturer and electric energy solution provider, signed a three-year strategic agreement with Anhui Jianghuai Motors Group Co., JAC Motors is a Chinese state-owned automobile and commercial vehicle manufacturer. Ltd for joint product development.

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ZEEKR mulls bringing its quad-motor Tesla Model S Plaid competitor over to Europe

Electrek

Exactly two months after calling out Tesla directly while announcing a speedy performance version of its flagship 001, Chinese automaker ZEEKR is hinting at possible sales of the EV in Europe. more… The post ZEEKR mulls bringing its quad-motor Tesla Model S Plaid competitor over to Europe appeared first on Electrek.

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Hyundai to build Tesla knockoff for Chinese EV maker Arcfox

Electrek

South Korean automaker Hyundai Motors plans to build EVs under the brand Arcfox, a Chinese electric car company co-owned by BAIC Motor Corp. more… The post Hyundai to build Tesla knockoff for Chinese EV maker Arcfox appeared first on Electrek.

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Audi Q4 E-Tron review, Mullen GT, in-wheel motors in cars: Today’s Car News

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The flashy Qiantu K50 that looked like a Chinese rival to the Tesla Roadster is back with a U.S. In-wheel motors make their debut in a passenger car. And the Q4 E-Tron leaves us underwhelmed.

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