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Ford re-opens order books for Mach-E; higher range, lower pricing; all standard range models with LFP packs

Green Car Congress

Ford is re-opening its order banks for the all-electric Mustang Mach-E as completed plant upgrades support production ramp in the second half of 2023, with feature improvements including increased range for standard range battery models to a targeted EPA-estimated range of 250 miles for RWD and 226 miles for eAWD. Earlier post.)

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How The Chevy Bolt EUV Performs In The Mountains (Part 2)

CleanTechnica EVs

Access to dealer-based charging stations can be problematic if you’re running late, adaptive cruise shouldn’t be used on steep downhill stretches of roads, and the vehicle is surprisingly efficient considering its bigger size over the regular Bolt EV.

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Ford recalls F-150 Lightning units over fire risk from loose or missing nut

Teslarati

.” Ford pauses all F-150 Lightning shipments as gas deliveries begin The report also says that the issue was caused by one or more of the retention nuts on the high-voltage battery junction box bus bars potentially having been removed in error during a re-work operation. See the full defect notice from the NHTSA below.

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Elevating the EV Consumer Experience: Beas Auto Sales and PlugStar Certification 

Plug in America

Plug In America is thrilled to highlight one of our newest certified PlugStar dealer – Beas Auto Sales. We’ve always been about more than just selling cars; we’re a piece of Stockton’s heart. They’re better for the environment, which means cleaner air for our community.

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Chevy Blazer EV goes on sale again with lower price tag

Teslarati

In December, Chevy issued a stop-sale order on the Blazer EV , due to software issues relating to the vehicle’s infotainment system and DC fast-charging capabilities. Chevy announced on Friday that it’s now resuming Blazer EV sales, re-launching the vehicle’s three configurations with lower price tags starting at $50,195.

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Ford Scales Back Michigan Battery Plant Investments

The Truth About Cars

But the company has also announced that it would be “re-timing and resizing some investments.” From Ford: While we remain bullish on our long-term strategy for electric vehicles, we are re-timing and resizing some investments. Dealers don’t seem to be particularly enthusiastic about electrification anymore either.

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Tesla pokes fun at Ford F-150 Lightning in Cybertruck Powershare video

Teslarati

As noted by the electric vehicle maker, the Cybertruck’s Powershare bidirectional charging system provides power for homes, activities, or other electric vehicles. Neighbor's wife forgot to charge her Tesla while visiting her parents. Tesla’s Powershare is a unique feature for the Cybertruck.

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