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Chinese EVs face the heat – EU probe claims it uncovered unfair advantage

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The EU is firing up the grill, and Chinese electric vehicles are feeling the heat. Brussels launched a probe into alleged government subsidies that could be giving Chinese carmakers an unfair leg up in the European market. The outcome could lead to tariffs and make those sleek Chinese EVs a lot less affordable, possibly throwing a wrench into their ambitious… Read more…

BMW’s “New Class” will spawn 6 electric cars

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BMW, the automaker celebrated for its spirited driving dynamics, is poised to unveil a slew of electric cars in a radical shift toward battery-driven power. The new lineup dubbed the “New Class” in homage to a transformative period in the company’s history, represents more than just a new badge – it’s a complete overhaul of development, production, and BMW’s very… Read more…

Dodge Charger Daytona EV is here to recharge muscle car market

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Dodge is making a rebellious stand in the electric vehicle market with its first all-electric muscle car, the Charger Daytona. While most EVs prioritize efficiency and eco-friendliness, Dodge came up with an electric car that delivers thrilling acceleration and a healthy dose of nostalgia. The heart of the Charger Daytona is an uncompromising powertrain. Gone is the iconic rumble of… Read more…

Nio’s first Alps branded EV brags that it’s better than the Tesla Model Y in spy shots

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Nio is preparing the launch of its first sub-brand, which has so far tentatively been called Alps. This should release cars that are more affordable than Nio’s current offerings, and aimed at families apparently. The first car should hit the Chinese market in the second half of this year, and before that happens a lot of testing is necessary of… Read more…

Superchargers are about 35% more expensive for non-Teslas unless you pay a monthly fee

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Tesla has opened up its Supercharger network in the US to non-Tesla vehicles using CCS to NACS adapters. Basically the entire industry in North America announced a switch over to the Tesla-developed NACS connector over the past few months, and yesterday Ford was the first company to start shipping adapters for its existing models. So now a lot of Ford… Read more…

Toyota talks tough on EVs: “We’d rather buy credits than waste money”

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Toyota CEO, Ted Ogawa, isn’t holding back. The automaker known for its beloved Prius hybrid is taking a skeptical stance on electric vehicles. Ogawa claims EVs will only snag a measly 30% of the US market by 2030 and openly states Toyota would prefer to buy emission credits than “waste” money building electric cars. This surprising statement flies in the… Read more…

Fisker races against time amid financial woes and abysmal Q4 results

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Henrik Fisker’s electric vehicle company, once hailed as a potential Tesla rival, is hanging by a thread. The California-based startup recently warned investors it may go broke within a year, a stunning reversal of fortune sending its stock tumbling. But Fisker remains defiant, claiming it has a turnaround plan – and it all hinges on securing a lifeline in the… Read more…