EV Central

AUGUST 19, 2023

As a motoring writer, this is the question we’re most asked after what’s the best you’ve driven. Beyond that, it was the Seres 3’s poor drive experience, unresolved technology features, its failure to accept DC charge without explanation and bunny hop-inducing regeneration that has landed it top on my Wall of Shame.

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EV Central

MARCH 13, 2025

The headline news is smoother styling introduces a rejuvenated EV that gets a longer range, refreshed cabin, extra tech and more power as Toyota eyes up pinching a few sales off the Tesla Model Y. Said to be made of new higher-grade materials, a pair of wireless charging pads have been added. 2025 Toyota bZ4X. 2025 Toyota bZ4X.

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Charged EVs

MAY 23, 2025

Q&A with Group 14s CEO Silicon-anode batteries , like those produced by Group 14, offer significantly higher energy density and extremely fast charging times compared to traditional graphite-based lithium-ion batteries, promising to fundamentally change EV technology. I think the problem is charge anxiety.

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EV Central

APRIL 27, 2025

If you’re wondering why AUDI is in capitals, it’s so buyers don’t mistake it with its parent Audi. seconds, long-range rear-wheel drive variants will be able to cover up to 770km on a single charge on the more lenient Chinese CLTC test cycle. 2026 AUDI E5 Sportback. 2026 AUDI E5 Sportback.

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EV Central

MAY 5, 2024

Two years after it said it would aspiring Chinese start-up NIO has announced it will finally roll out its next-generation semi-solid-state battery technology from June 1 in its home country. But instead of being able to buy it new with your car the Chinese car-maker will only rent it to current owners.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 30, 2024

READ MORE: Volkswagen’s 1000-charges solid state battery success story. Solid state battery promises for the all-electric Dodge Charger Daytona It’s difficult to know who now leads the race to introduce solid-state cells after many false starts (and claims) that they’re just around the corner.

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EV Central

MARCH 27, 2025

Announcing that both will be sold through its existing MG dealerships in Australia, the Chinese brand’s local outfit has confirmed it will import the advanced IM Motors L6 sedan and LS6 SUV already sold in China. Scooped in Melbourne! Here’s proof MG is planning to tackle the Tesla Model Y head-on. second 0-100km/h sprint.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Yes, every new Chinese EV is billed as a Tesla toppler, but they’re rarely the right size, the right price, or carry the right prestige, to actually bring the fight to the Musk massive. They’re all pretty well equipped, too. Tech is pretty strong at this level, too, with twin 12.3-inch But the Kia EV5?

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Charged EVs

JULY 1, 2024

Charged spoke with Wildcat President and CEO Mark Gresser about his company’s plans, and the multiple advantages of its new cathode designs. Charged : When we spoke back in 2021, you were working on an EV Supercell that featured a new type of cathode, a solid electrolyte and a lithium metal anode. . No nickel, no cobalt.

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EV Central

MAY 23, 2024

That includes a WLTP range up to 600km, V2L charging, a near-30-inch widescreen display, AI assistant, OTA updates, streaming services, advanced driver aids and the ability to personalise the dash and infotainment through the Kia Connect Store. 2024 Kia EV3 GT-Line – like a fun-sized EV9. How are the EV3’s design and goodies?

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EV Central

OCTOBER 30, 2023

BYD says it respects, but doesn’t fear, dual-cab stalwarts like the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger as the Chinese brand readies its “best-in-class” ute for launch in Australia. “So that’s why we’re confident for best-in-class.” The U8 pairs a 2.0-litre

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

You’ll pay similar for a Tesla Model 3/Y, Renault Megane E-Tech, Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Niro Electric, but you’re in a pricier realm than the likes of a BYD Atto 3 or MG4. It’s a busy pool, giving buyers plenty of choice, and Smart’s a welcome returning player, even if it re-launches at a time of EV price reductions and cooling sales.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 23, 2022

Renault’s coming small EVs will deliver European style at Chinese prices… and they’re likely to make it to Australia. ” “Regarding the charging, we will have 11kW (AC) and we will have high-power (DC) charging up to 130kW. For this type of car I think that’s a very good package.”

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EV Central

MARCH 19, 2024

READ MORE: Skoda Vision 7S concept previews 2026 electric SUV READ MORE: Skoda Enyaq Coupe revealed, vRS performance version locked in READ MORE: Skoda Enyaq iV has 5 models, up to 510km EV range If it gets to Australia, Chinese budget leaders suchn as the MYD Dolphin and MG4 will be the targets. 2025 Skoda Epiq interior. 2025 Skoda Epiq.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 27, 2023

It has now re-established it as an electrified sub-brand of GMC. But it’s the EV we’re most interested because it will likely use the 800V electrical architecture from the Kia EV6 and EV9. A sizeable 142kWh battery pack was claimed to cover about 320km between charges. The claimed 0-60mph (0-96km/h) time was 4.5

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Charged EVs

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Note, however, that at a high enough voltage and/or with an insufficient contact separation distance (exacerbated by separating the contacts too slowly during the break operation), mains-frequency AC will happily re-strike an arc 100/120 times per second. the “make” operation), and how to pull them apart to open it (i.e.

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Green Authority

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Founded in 2016 and going public on NASDAQ in 2018, NIU Technologies is a Chinese smart electric scooter manufacturer and current industry leader. NIU has a smartphone app that will integrate with the BQi, allowing it to access additional smart security and tech features. Now they’re unveiling the KQi2.

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Get Electric Vehicle

MAY 29, 2022

Log9 Materials, a battery and deep-tech start-up, announced the inauguration of India’s first indigenous cell production line last month. The Chinese dominate the worldwide lithium supply chain. The third cause is the charging of electric vehicles. ” -Akshay Singhal, Co-Founder & CEO of Log9 Materials.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

The breakthrough could revolutionize electric car battery technology and pave the way for ultra-fast charging electric vehicles in as little as two years. When the team tested the newly-coated cathode, they discovered it could be charged and discharged in as little as 9 seconds. by RSS or sign up by email. Herron makes a valid point.

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Baua Electric

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The top-of-the-range Solterra Touring variant obviously scores more kit than its lesser stablemate, including pleather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, 20-inch alloys, wireless phone charging pad, eight-way powered front seat adjustment, advanced park assist, and a 10-speaker harman/kardon sound. inch instrument panel and a 12.3-inch

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Baua Electric

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The top-of-the-range Solterra Touring variant obviously scores more kit than its lesser stablemate, including pleather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, 20-inch alloys, wireless phone charging pad, eight-way powered front seat adjustment, advanced park assist, and a 10-speaker harman/kardon sound. inch instrument panel and a 12.3-inch

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Baua Electric

MARCH 10, 2025

The top-of-the-range Ultra Hybrid (tested) adds four-way powered passenger seat adjustment, head-up display, LED ambient cabin lighting, panoramic sunroof, roof rails, semi-autonomous parking assistance, a ventilated drivers seat, and a wireless device charging pad. Service pricing total $1650 over the five-year CPS period.

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Charged EVs

AUGUST 16, 2022

Range has increased, access to charging infrastructure has expanded, and major automakers have (finally) begun to actively market their EVs and to prepare for a new era of mass production. Newly charged automakers are finding themselves to be production-constrained , as EV trendsetter Tesla has been for some years.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

How Real, How Soon, and What Must Happen Next,” which concludes the costs of creating an automotive market dominated by electric and hybrid cars are prohibitively high for the foreseeable future – as high as $49 billion for Europe alone (along with another $21 billion for battery-charging infrastructure). Volt will survive and prosper,” G.M.’s

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EV Central

JANUARY 3, 2023

A majority of the EVcentral writing staff acknowledged the compact Chinese battery electric vehicle for one positive reason or another. And in case you’re wondering what BYD stands for, it’s Build Your Dreams, something spelled out on the back of the Atto 3. The BYD Atto 3 comes as two models; Standard and Extended range.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Audi RS models – performance flagships set to pick up plug-in hybrid tech as early as 2021. Avatar E11 – a new brand with big dreams, Avatar has input from Huawei and CATL and is the product of Chinese car maker Changan. BMW M cars – they’re coming with hybrid drivetrains. Audi RS e-Tron GT.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Finally, in a first-of-its-kind partnership in the United States, Mitsubishi announced a strategic alliance with Oregon to develop an electric car charging infrastructure in the state. Last year Oregon had also aggressively negotiated with the Chinese carmaker, BYD , to manufacture its line of plug-in hybrids in the state for sale in the U.S.)

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

The four-door sedan will deliver 40 miles on a charge; a small gasoline engine will recharge the battery as it approaches depletion, extending its range by as much as 200 miles. Posted by: canderson | Apr 13, 2009 5:02:50 PM The EV1 gave drivers 80 miles on a charge. Wired Home Subscribe Sections Cars 2.0 Interesting in any case.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

In my humble opinion the S07 is the best-looking Chinese electric SUV we’ve seen in Australia to date, with its collection of purposeful creases and angles, its big two-tone alloys and the eye-catching hues on offer. It can take 7kW or 11kW AC charging, and both mean an overnight charge at home. It looks good. Great even.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 19, 2025

Chinese battery firm CATL and automaker Nio are preparing to launch what the two companies claim will be the world’s largest electric vehicle battery swapping network. Volvo and Polestar have signed up for the tech, on a limited basis, and a list of Chinese automakers have already partnered to test or use the tech in some models.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 26, 2023

So yes, it really seems like we’re — I mean, right now, I don’t think you could see a second place with a telescope, at least we can’t. in Q1, seeks to gain 10% market share in North America by 2030 Tesla is not only a leader in EV tech, but it also has been extremely resilient through the past few years.

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EV Central

JUNE 17, 2025

Chinese EV startup XPeng has released more details of its G6 and G9 models, revealing they’ll be among the fastest-charging cars in the world when they launch in early 2026. Despite already revealing pictures and most details for the refreshed pair, XPeng hasn’t until now announced charging rates.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Capable of 250kW charging in ideal conditions, Volvo says the battery can charge from 10 to 80 per cent capacity in under 30 minutes. The EX90 is set for production in Volvo’s American factory next year, with later production commencing at its Chinese plant. They’re not going to be cheap.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 9, 2024

And the market’s soon to become even more saturated, with Chinese EV newbies like Xpeng , Zeekr , Leapmotor and Geely soon to enter the playground. We’re now into 2024’s final quarter, so let’s look at the sales winners and losers so far for the year. Hasn’t that happened quickly?

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 17, 2025

This is especially important with the re-election of Donald Trump. Chinese EV export stall expected Chinese carmakers currently dominate the global electric vehicle ( EV ) market. Chinese carmakers are considering building models in Volkswagen (VW) factories that are slated for closure, as reported by Reuters.

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Plug In India

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

This is our biggest opportunity for growth and value creation since Henry Ford started to scale the Model T, and we’re grabbing it with both hands." Yeah, the Mustang has some appeal I guess but once Tesla and Chinese electric cars reach volume production, there will be far less takers for FORD cars. Battery tech will be cheaper.

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