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EV battery prices have dropped about 90% in 15 years: data

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Department of Energy (DOE) reported earlier this month that the average price for a lithium-ion EV battery dropped 90 percent between 2008 and 2023 for light-duty vehicles, based on the cost of usable energy. Credit: U.S. Straubel, was able to recover around 95 percent of the metals used in old EV batteries.

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New Zealand unveils $8,600 subsidy for electric vehicles

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New Zealand is actually lagging behind on the uptake of EVs, so we are playing catch up internationally,” he said. The government’s goal for transport emissions, the commission concluded that electric vehicles will need half of all light-vehicle registrations by 2029 and 100% by 2035.

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Road Test: 2023 Honda HR-V EX-L AWD

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The all-wheel drive functionality is there to help in slippery, wet or slushy street driving–and maybe a bit of light forest service road cruising. All-new for 2023, the HR-V is conservative in its design with a look that forgoes scoops, chrome and sharp edges. The lighted USB ports were accompanied by a 12-volt outlet.

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Hilux, Ranger EV ute conversions by Roev from $47,990 as company confirms 2023 production

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As well as conversions of new Ford Rangers and Toyota Hiluxes – the two top selling utes in the country – which will be priced from $47,990 (plus the cost of the ute), Roev is gearing up for EV conversions of the same utes with build dates as far back as 2016. 2023 Roev electric Toyota HiLux.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Limited AWD

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The grille design has cleverly integrated LED daytime running lights and turn signals. The LED headlights sit on the lower far edges of the fascia; it’d the sort of front end that, when the lights are on, makes you check it out one more time as you walk away. Clean, Refreshing Interior. Cargo space is generous with 38.8

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A Giant Game of Telephone: The Revel Tesla Model Y Taxi Situation Explained

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Each week I go ‘Beyond the News’ and handcraft a special edition that includes my thoughts on the biggest stories, why it matters, and how it could impact the future. 2018 Legislation: The Taxi Cab “Cap” Ms. ” This is actually in reference to series of five pieces of legislation that were passed in 2018.

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Road Test: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport V6 SEL Premium R-Line

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coefficient of drag (C d ), which is a technical measure of how slippery the Atlas Cross Sport goes through the air, and the engine stop/start feature that turns-off the engine at a traffic light or stopped in rush hour traffic, then restarts when you release the brake pedal. This is very helpful when cornering in an unlit area.

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