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Rivian Georgia plant pushing lawmakers to revisit direct sales legislation

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Rivian’s $5 billion manufacturing plant in Georgia pushes lawmakers to revisit the peach state’s legislation on direct sales by vehicle manufacturers. Rivian’s presence in Georgia solidifies the state’s growing electric vehicle industry, making legislators reconsider its take on direct vehicle sales. Georgia HB 460.

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Rivian to build new $5 billion electric vehicle factory in Georgia

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Rivian to build new $5 billion electric vehicle factory in Georgia. Rivian an Amazon-backed electric vehicle maker has announced a new $5 billion electric vehicle factory in Atlanta, Georgia. It will be the second factory in Georgia. The electric automaker will start its production at the new plant in 2024.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 is becoming a top seller off the lot as dealers prep for EV growth

Baua Electric

Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 is already a top seller at some dealers. With new electric models rolling out, like the three-row IONIQ 7 SUV, Hyundai has the “whole gamut covered.” Hyundai IONIQ 5 (Source: Hyundai) Investing in EV growth Now, dealers are doubling down with “healthy demand for EVs,” according to Reilly. Hyundai said 99.9%

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Toyota Prius Recall, Georgia Electric-Car Incentive, Tesla Ohio Troubles: Today's Car News

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Today on Green Car Reports: Georgia may kill its $5,000 electric-car tax credit, Ohio car dealers renew their legislative fight against Tesla Motors, and 2010 through 2014 Toyota Prius hybrids are being recalled. A chronicle of the return road trip from Florida to New York in a Tesla Model S electric car.'

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Hyundai fast-tracks start of EV production in the US as it gains recognition with its own day

Baua Electric

February 26, 2024, will forever be known as Hyundai Day in the state of Georgia as the automaker gears up to begin production at its first dedicated EV and battery plant in the US later this year. Hyundai announced its fast-tracking production at its Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Georgia. Hyundai is investing $7.59

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The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV has a quirky $4k discount for Tesla drivers

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So you’ll have to check with a dealer for your EV’s eligibility. Click here to find a local dealer that may have the Chevy Blazer EV in stock. The post The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV has a quirky $4k discount for Tesla drivers appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News. So are Lucid, Rivian, and Fisker.

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Ford F-150 Lightning production halt continues, battery issue identified

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SK has started building battery cells again in Commerce, Georgia.” ” Ford did not issue a stop sale of F-150 Lightning units that had already arrived at dealer lots when the issue was spotted. SK has started building battery cells again in Commerce, Georgia. I’d love to hear from you!

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