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

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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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Mazda adopts Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS)

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Japanese carmaker Mazda has announced that it will be adopting Tesla’s North American Charging Standard for its upcoming battery electric vehicles. Mazda’s EVs that would be equipped with Tesla’s NACS standard are expected to be launched in North America from 2025 onward. Mazda announced its NACS adoption in a press release.

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Rivian adopts Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS)

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In a recent announcement, electric vehicle maker Rivian announced that it had reached an agreement with Tesla to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its vehicles. Rivian’s future R1 vehicles, starting in 2025, as well as the upcoming R2 platform, would directly incorporate NACS charge ports.

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Arctic-ready version of Nissan Ariya EV unveiled for Pole to Pole expedition

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Key features include: Arctic Trucks re-engineering to frame, body, bodywork, underbody, steering and braking systems; Widened Arctic Trucks fender flares, featuring recessed AT tire pressure detail; Rugged custom machined 17×10 Arctic Trucks dual valve alloy wheels; 39" (39×13.50

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Volkswagen initially investing €460M to convert Wolfsburg plant for EV production

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The platform will enable faster charging speeds and longer ranges. Volkswagen plans to use the highly-standardized unified cell manufactured at the Group’s own cell factory in Salzgitter (start of production in 2025) in the system. The first step towards the factory’s electric future involves re-equipping the site for the ID.3.

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EU should target 1M EV public chargers by 2024, 3M by 2029 say carmakers, environmentalists and consumer groups

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Setting targets will send a strong signal to consumers that the number of public charging points will keep pace with the surging sales of electric vehicles which Europe is witnessing, the letter said. But the success of this huge effort is seriously threatened by the delayed installation of charging infrastructure in the EU.

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SAE Releases J1772 EV Charging Coupler Standard

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SAE International has released the J1772 “SAE Electric Vehicle Conductive Charge Coupler” standard that provides a standard interface between plug-in hybrid and battery-electric vehicles and electrical charging systems. Earlier post.). It will be a consistent, reliable interface.

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