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UAW crash with Detroit 3 displays a extra confrontational union as collision time limit looms

Baua Electric

14, we’re going to take action to get it by any means necessary.” At the alternative hand, if a collision lasted even simply 10 days, it will charge the 3 automakers just about a thousand million bucks, the Anderson Financial Staff has calculated. Others say they’re simply hoping to get akin that determine.

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2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz: Electric Microbus for North America appears, at last

Charged EVs

Ford, Hyundai, Kia, and GM will all launch vehicles into that segment over the next couple of years. VW quotes a maximum charging rate of 170 kilowatts, and DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent of battery capacity in about 20 minutes (under ideal circumstances). Now we know VW will join them.

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New EV electric car calendar

EV Central

BMW M cars – they’re coming with hybrid drivetrains. Don’t hold your breath for Australia… Chrysler luxury EV – now part of Stellantis, Chrysler has big EV plans, including a high-tech luxury EV that was previewed as a concept. Soon, apparently. E-GMP platform promises big performance and range.

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Seres 3: Why this Chinese SUV is the worst EV I’ve driven

EV Central

As a motoring writer, this is the question we’re most asked after what’s the best you’ve driven. I’ve a few worst nominees on the combustion front – the Tata Xenon ute, Honda City sedan and Chrysler Crossfire spring to mind – but I’ve now got a sole champion on the EV front. The Seres 3 SUV.

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Electric-Car Fans Rally Around the Volt - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

and Chrysler struggle to come up with business plans that regulators will embrace. and Chrysler. .&# and Chrysler. April 17, 2009 12:34 pm Link Perhaps they should turbo charge the Volt or Telsa to run more like this electric powered Datsun drag racer: [link] American’s love a hot rod. rolls toward bankruptcy.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Daimler/Mercedes Took over Daimler/Chrysler Sprinter PHEV program. Hyundai Partnering with Korean battery companies for hybrids. Ford spokesman in Wards Auto ) 6/9/06 "So, Mr. Ford is saying we’re looking into it. Showed BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS series PHEV concept in December 08. Doubts PHEVs have environmental benefits.

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Greenlings: Benefits of charging stations vs. battery swaps vs. home charging

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

The three leading new options to re-supply our autos with energy are charging at home, battery swap stations and fast charge stations. The method that should seem most natural is charging at home. Hit the jump for a comparison that includes plenty of pics and video.