EVs: Page 15


  • An overhead view of Stellantis' STLA Medium EV platform with the powertrain components highlighted in orange.
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    Stellantis to produce EV drive modules in Hungary

    The modules, which combine an electric motor, reduction gearset and inverter into a single unit, should begin production in late 2026.

    By Feb. 15, 2024
  • A rendering of Panasonic's upcoming manufacturing facility in De Soto, Kansas. With green grass, trees, and a building with one car coming out and one going out.
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    Courtesy of SSOE Group.

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    Panasonic, Novonix sign synthetic graphite supply deal

    The deal will help the battery maker as it opens its Kansas factory, which is expected to supply automakers like Tesla and Mazda.

    By Feb. 15, 2024
  • Three 2022 Rivian R1T electric pickups driving.
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    Courtesy of Rivian Automotive
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    Rivian names former Meta, Amazon exec as marketing head

    The move comes weeks before Rivian launches the R2, the automaker’s smaller, more affordable electric crossover.

    By Feb. 14, 2024
  • A man, talking on mobile phone while looking at the car engine on the side of a road.
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    Vehicle dependability slips after 3 years of ownership: JD Power

    The study found a decline in long-term dependability for two-thirds of the vehicle brands analyzed.

    By Feb. 13, 2024
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    Courtesy of BYD.

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    BorgWarner inks manufacturing deal with BYD subsidiary

    The auto supplier will use FinDreams Battery’s LFP battery pack design and manufacturing process in Europe, the Americas and parts of the Asia-Pacific region.

    By Feb. 13, 2024
  • A satellite image of the Earth showing a map of electric vehicle charging locations in the United States.
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    Courtesy of IONNA LLC.
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    Joint venture EV charging network Ionna begins operations

    The firm, which seven leading automakers support, plans to install at least 30,000 high-powered public chargers in strategic locations throughout North America.

    By Feb. 13, 2024
  • GMC Hummer EVs on the assembly line at General Motors' Factory ZERO EV plant in Detroit, Michigan.
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    GM hires former Tesla exec to lead EV battery strategy

    Kurt Kelty was heavily involved in creating Tesla’s first Gigafactory and has been working on lithium-ion batteries since he worked at Panasonic in 1993.

    By Feb. 9, 2024
  • FreeWire says the cost of installing and operating its DCFC products can be 20% and 70% lower, respectively, compared with other fast chargers, as they do not require electrical infrastructure upgrade
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    GM Envolve to offer FreeWire EV charging to fleet customers

    The automaker’s fleet, delivery and energy operation aims to streamline the vehicle electrification process for its customers.

    By Brian Martucci • Feb. 9, 2024
  • A unibody frame of a Jeep Grand Cherokee traveling down an assembly line above a battery cell.
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    Courtesy of Stellantis.

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    EU passes domestic clean energy act, trailing US supply chain and climate bills

    The European Commission agreed to the Net-Zero Industry Act to increase domestic manufacturing, following similar domestic production acts passed by the U.S.

    By Lamar Johnson • Feb. 8, 2024
  • The assembly line at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc.
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    Toyota investing $1.3B for EV production in Kentucky

    The automaker will install a battery pack assembly line at the Kentucky plant and build a new three-row electric SUV for the U.S. market starting in 2025.

    By Feb. 8, 2024
  • A green Mustang Mach-E GT AWD with optional Bronze Appearance Package.
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    Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
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    Ford created a secret team to build an affordable EV

    The automaker plans to launch multiple EVs based on the platform as part of its revamped electrification strategy, CEO Jim Farley said.

    By , Feb. 8, 2024
  • A blue 2024 Toyota Prius Limited.
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    Courtesy of Toyota Motor North America
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    Toyota reports strong earnings as hybrid sales boom

    The automaker also raised its full-year guidance.

    By Feb. 7, 2024
  • Battery packs for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV on the production line on at GM's Orion Assembly Plant in Michigan.
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    Courtesy of General Motors
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    GM, LG Chem ink $19B cathode material supply deal

    The South Korea-based chemical maker will supply the automaker with enough CAM to power five million EVs.

    By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 7, 2024
  • An EV lithium-ion battery module inside a white metal enclosure laying on a dark blue-gray ground.
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    Energy Department opens battery R&D funds for sodium-ion

    The $15.7 million will also go towards projects using smart manufacturing technologies to lower the cost of battery production.

    By Feb. 6, 2024
  • The interior of a Volkswagen vehicle showing connectivity icons for Wi-Fi and cloud computing.
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    Courtesy of Volkswagen Group
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    Volkswagen launches in-house AI company

    The lab will create vehicle infotainment and navigation products, collaborating with tech companies across China, Europe and North America.

    By Feb. 6, 2024
  • The 2024 Mazda CX-50.
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    Courtesy of Mazda North America
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    January sales roundup: Automakers see annual gains, but Hyundai, Kia lag

    Honda, Mazda and Subaru posted strong sales figures, avoiding a post-holiday slump.

    By Feb. 2, 2024
  • Workers assemble a vehicle at the FAW-Volkswagen factory in Foshan, China.
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    Volkswagen Group names new CTO for China

    The Volkswagen brand will also combine its new mobility and technical development divisions.

    By Feb. 1, 2024
  • New York Gov. Kathy Hochul speaking about the state's economic development announcements at a press conference on Jan. 26.
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    Courtesy of Office of New York Governor Kathy Hochul
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    Tesla installing $500M supercomputer to train AI at gigafactory

    The New York facility's Dojo supercomputer will process massive amounts of data to support Tesla's autonomous driving program.

    By Feb. 1, 2024
  • Model year 2025 Toyota Camry.
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    Courtesy of Toyota Motor Corporation
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    Toyota sees first annual sales increase in 2 years

    The automaker sold 11.2 million vehicles worldwide in 2023, a 7.2% year-over-year increase.

    By Jan. 31, 2024
  • The charging port of the 2016 Chevy Bolt plug-in hybrid, which has been discontinued.
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    GM to sell more hybrids as EV demand wanes

    The automaker will time some new vehicle launches to comply with fuel economy and emissions standards, CEO Mary Barra said.

    By Jan. 31, 2024
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    Wieland to expand Illinois copper production plant

    The project will help increase the production of critical components used in EVs and EV charging infrastructure.

    By Jan. 30, 2024
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    Automotive industry outlook for 2024

    Executives are adjusting plans as they deal with economic headwinds, a web of federal mandates and the fallout of the United Auto Workers deal.

    By Jan. 30, 2024
  • A 2022 Lincoln Navigator painted dark green.
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    Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
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    Lincoln plans to buy out another 100 US dealers in 2024

    Ford’s luxury brand is streamlining its sales network to match supply and demand.

    By Jan. 29, 2024
  • 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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    Courtesy of Hyundai Motor North America
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    Hyundai raked in record profits in 2023

    Despite last year’s success, the automaker is taking a cautious approach in 2024 as high interest rates and a global economic slowdown threaten new vehicle sales.

    By Jan. 26, 2024
  • Ram 1500 Revolution battery-electric vehicle concept interior.
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    Stellantis acquires CloudMade’s AI technology for software-defined vehicles

    More than 40 engineers and software developers will join the automaker as part of the deal.

    By Jan. 26, 2024