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XPeng adds budget-friendly G6 version

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XPeng has just revealed a new, aggressively priced version of its popular G6 SUV. The fresh variant is dubbed the G6 580 Plus and aims to expand the G6’s reach without compromising the overall experience. The XPeng G6 580 Plus normally starts at RMB 199,900 (around €25,700), but buyers who act within a limited timeframe could drive home a new… Read more…

Why design-for-manufacture could make Traxial axial flux motors go mainstream

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Touted as the future of EV propulsion, axial flux motors are more compact, lighter and offer higher power and torque densities than their radial flux counterparts. Until now, they have been exceedingly hard to build but Traxial, a subsidiary of Magnax, is aiming to change the game with a new design methodology that could take this to the mainstream.
The Belgium-based company’s design-for-manufacture approach to its motor has resulted in a solution that minimises the number of parts required, maximises the ease of automation in assembly, minimises material use and ensures the crucial tolerances can be achieved in mass production. Read more…

Peugeot E-5008 stars in a promo video

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Last month Peugeot introduced its largest EV yet, the E-5008 SUV and now the company is sharing its first promo video. The overarching theme of the video is the large size of the SUV and the equipment that promises to outdo its rivals. The video itself focuses mostly on the design – exterior and interior, but also highlights a couple… Read more…

EVgo builds public EV charging stations faster and cheaper using prefabrication

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EV charging network operator EVgo has opened its first public EV charging station built using the company’s new prefabrication approach. Located at the Bay Colony Town Center in League City, Texas, this EVgo station is the first of several prefabricated stations slated to open this year. EVgo expects its prefabrication process to reduce station construction… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz EQS gets a refresh: longer range, updated looks, and extra luxury

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Mercedes-Benz isn’t sitting idle with its flagship electric sedan, the EQS. The German automaker is giving its luxury EV a significant update for 2025, promising a longer range, a subtly tweaked design, and an extra dose of opulent comfort – especially for those lucky enough to be chauffeured. The biggest news for the 2025 EQS Sedan is under the skin.… Read more…

Xiaomi SU7 promo video shows new colors

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Xiaomi recently started selling the SU7, its first car, and the launch has been incredibly successful, with over 100,000 people reserving one, and 40,000 placing nonrefundable small deposits for it as well. Things have been going so well in fact that Xiaomi has had to increase its production targets to satisfy the huge demand. Today, the company has released a… Read more…

Lectric XPedition e-bike bundle hits $1,599 ($2,311 value), WORX trimmer and edger $45, and more

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With spring in full bloom and summer on the horizon, outdoor excursions and explorations alike have officially begun, with today’s green deals being led by the Lectric XPedition Dual-Battery Cargo e-bike for $1,599 – and it also comes with $306 in free gear. It is joined by a 1-day discount on the WORX 5.5A 15-inch Electric Grass Trimmer and Edger at $45, as well as the EcoSmart 3.5kW Electric Tankless Water Heater for $161. Plus, you’ll find all of the other day’s other best Green Deals below.. Read more…