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Light speed: Honda next-gen 0 Series electric cars preview F1 tech that will give it the edge over its cheaper Chinese rivals

EV Central

Ensuring it will have what it takes to catch up with brands like Tesla, the new family of EVs will be developed with “Thin, Light and Wise” design and engineering mantra that will ensure all of its EVs weigh around 100kg less than current electric cars while offering more room, better efficiency and advanced driverless tech.

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Chinese EV maker Xpeng teases 124 miles in 5 minutes with pivot to 800V platform

Green Car Reports

Chinese automaker Xpeng is the latest to pivot to 800-volt charging architecture, which the company claims will add 124 miles of range in just five minutes of charging. Xpeng rolled out the new charging plans as part of its 2021 Tech Day presentation, claiming it will have the first 800-volt charging network in China.

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2024 LDV Chinese electric ute to take on Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux with big power, style and tech

EV Central

A world apart from the largely underwhelming eT60 that’s sold in small numbers, the yet-to-be-named newcomer is expected to leverage the latest electric tech that debuted on the eDeliver 7 and eDeliver 9 vans. LDV plans to shake up the ute market with its upcoming all-electric dual-cab that hits Australian roads late in 2024 or early 2025.

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Volkswagen Group China unveils its first eVTOL passenger drone prototype: V.MO

Green Car Congress

Volkswagen Group China unveiled its first electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) passenger drone prototype, as part of its strategy to explore and break new ground in fully electric and sustainable individual mobility concepts. In the first phase of its commercial use, V.MO In the first phase of its commercial use, V.MO

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Europe may slap retroactive tariffs on Chinese EVs

Baua Electric

Possible “remedies” on the table include retroactive tariffs on Chinese EVs. Back in October 2023, Europe launched its formal investigation into the Chinese EV industry, as European companies are struggling to compete with the cheap, high-tech Chinese imports, made by low-cost labor, entering the European Union.

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TTTech Auto expands in China with MotionWise software platform for automated driving

Green Car Congress

The new TTTech Auto branch in Shanghai will bring its expertise and the series proven safe vehicle software platform, MotionWise , to car manufacturers, Tier 1 suppliers and partners to the rapidly developing Chinese automotive market. Asia is one of the most important growth regions.

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Antolin unveils sustainable tech solutions at Beijing Motor Show | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

The Antolin presentation is at Booth E3-W02, alongside its local partner, CAIP, one of the leading Chinese manufacturers of vehicle components, Innovative sustainable headliner: Crafted from recycled waste and biobased materials, the sustainable headliner sets a new standard for eco-friendly automotive interiors.

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