EV Life

JUNE 8, 2023

Like their electric car cousins, all-electric SUVs have come a long way—batteries have evolved to increase range and improve performance, new motors are providing impressive torque and towing capabilities, and prices have come down to make options more affordable, making these SUVs some of the most attractive sport utility options out there.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 9, 2013

Overall, EV sales have been disappointing so far due to a lack of choice and perceived personal benefits, high purchase prices, and most importantly, consumer anxiety about range, maximum speed, recharging times, and the lack of public charging infrastructure.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 8, 2024

Meanwhile, Hyundai’s upgraded Kona Electric is rolling out as one of the most affordable EVs on the market. The new Hyundai Kona features more range, faster charging, and an upgraded design. For any new EV purchases, including the IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, or Kona Electric, Hyundai is offering compensation for trading in a used vehicle.

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Push EVs

MAY 16, 2023

BEVs saw a modest trimming of support, but PHEVs had their ecobonus support cut entirely, amounting to a roughly 4,000€ effective increase in purchase cost for consumers. This is arguably Europe’s most affordable fully-competent BEV, so its fast climb to 11th is no great surprise. Yet Volkswagen Group has grabbed an additional 1.8%

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Push EVs

MAY 8, 2023

It shares the same format and underpinnings as the BZ4X, but has greater motor power, is slightly larger and heavier (4805 mm long, and 2296 kg), with slightly less real-world range, and a higher price tag (from 67,000€ and up). It is good to see a relatively affordable touring (or “estate”) BEV in 9th, the MG5.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 24, 2017

However, both executives and consumers agree that data security and privacy is the top purchasing criteria in the self-driving age where passengers are interacting with the car’s digital platform. Addressing information security concerns is a critical priority for automakers, and one they cannot afford to get wrong.

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Last year, the owner of a 2015 BMW i3 REx was reportedly quoted over $71,000 to have a new battery pack installed. According to an invoice from a Seattle-area BMW service center shared on Reddit , the owner was quoted $64,588 for parts last August. An "affordable" battery swap may still be $10,000 several years from now.

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Baua Electric

JULY 29, 2024

In a recent showcase of the Mini Cooper and Countryman range in Melbourne, GoAuto was afforded the chance to sample several U25-series Countryman variants, including the flagship JCW (turbo-petrol) and SE Favoured All4 (battery electric). Sharing its UKL2 platform with the BMW X1 means the Countryman is more practical than ever before.

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Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

This included battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs). BMW Group sold 13% more EVs in the first half of this year. Mini recorded heavy year-on-year losses of 46%, while the BMW brand saw solid gains of 20%, with particular success in Europe. Source: EV Volumes.

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Electric Auto Association

MAY 25, 2021

One of my first EVs was a BMW ActiveE , and in 2013, a group of ActiveE owners decided to meet in Morro Bay, California. Built on the same platform, the two new offerings from Korea are relatively affordable compared to other cars that have double-digit Drivability Factors (~11), at roughly half the MSRP of a Taycan or an Air.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2014

Broadly, Navigant expects expansion in both the higher end of the market (thereby putting competitive pressure on Tesla Motors), as Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Mercedes, Saab, and Volvo introduce their first plug-in cars. Tesla is also readying the Model X, a more affordable crossover for launch by the end of 2014.

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Blink Charging

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

What Are EV Range Anxiety and Range Confidence? EV range anxiety is the fear of running out of power and getting stranded. Range confidence is the opposite. Increasing EV charging infrastructure at home, work, and on the go creates range confidence. What Is EV Range Anxiety?

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Blink Charging

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Specifically, BlueLA powered by Blink Mobility prioritizes affordable EV car sharing in cities, while Envoy concentrates on offering sharing services as an amenity in apartments, hotels, and workplaces. Blink Family of Products Designed with the future in mind, Blink offers a full range of solutions for Level 2 and DC fast charging.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 21, 2016

The Office of Federal Sustainability is inviting State, county and municipal government fleets to join forces with Federal agencies to maximize their collective buying power, and aggregate their EV and charging infrastructure purchases. A 350 kW charging system could charge a 200-mile range battery in less than 10 minutes. ChargePoint.

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Charged EVs

MAY 8, 2023

It turns an EV into a mobile battery that can be used to provide backup power to a home or business, and to provide services to the electrical grid, generating revenue for the vehicle owner and potentially offsetting a significant part of the purchase price of the vehicle. Another interesting business case are electrified trailers.

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Get Electric Vehicle

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The research and design include developing cutting-edge battery technology to increase range and decrease charging times, as well as enhancing autonomous driving capabilities and connectivity features. Affordably positioning their product range is very crucial for EV makers. For instance, the Nissan Leaf is a classic example.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

ACE-EV X1 Transformer – Australian-based start-up plans a small range of affordable EVs focused on light commercial duties. $5 Sleeker Sportback model will also be part of the e-Tron S range. BMW iX1 – EV version of the X1 confirmed by 2023. BMW iX electric SUV is due in Australia late in 2021.

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EV Central

DECEMBER 16, 2023

The Model 3’s direct EV rivals include the Polestar 2 , Hyundai Ioniq 6 and BYD Seal , and it also steals some sales from the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A4. You could also pop the BMW i4 into its competitor set. The Rear-Wheel Drive is the most affordable, priced at $61,900 plus on-road costs.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

OCTOBER 25, 2008

The automotive and green electric vehicle blogosphere has been abuzz with talk of the BMW MINI E ever since July 9th, 2008, when AutoblogGreen published the rumor that 500 of the intriguing new electric cars would be released later this year in California. Amazing AC Propulsion eBoxes at AltCarExpo Saturday, September 27th, 2008.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

GM is producing 2 vehicles a day with the goal of having a total of 76 vehicles available by the end of the summer; these vehicles will be used for validation testing ranging from fit and finish reviews, to durability testing to eventual crash testing. The Cadillac Converj extended-range electric vehicle Concept uses the Voltec platform.

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Cars That Think

OCTOBER 1, 2021

While EV driving range and price are obviously key market differentiators, an EV's software suite is quickly becoming as, if not more, important. Further, if the EV range gains slow down over the next decade as expected, an EV's software-driven features along with their affordability , will decide the winners of the potential $1.1

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Push EVs

JANUARY 8, 2023

Far outside the top 20, the new BMW iX1 had a strong second month on sale, registering 807 units (from a 77 unit debut in November). Could the iX1 become BMW’s bestselling BEV in the months ahead? Perhaps a variant starting in the mid-forty-thousand euro range (around where the VW ID.4 Are any new models appearing?

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2013

The survey found that most companies are hedging their bets and spreading funding across a wide range of areas, with ICE downsizing and plug-in hybrids expected to receive the greatest investment over the next 5 years. The main growth tactics include new products and new markets, affordable vehicles and sales and price incentives.

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Charged EVs

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Initiatives like the development of a so-called battery passport will ultimately enable consumers to make educated purchase decisions, and such tools will help stimulate the regional supply chain for rechargeable batteries. We’re now also addressing cost-to-performance, without compromising the driving range.

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Cars That Think

JANUARY 23, 2023

Even if interest in purchasing an EV is increasing, close to 70 percent of Americans are still leaning towards buying an ICE vehicles as their next purchase. In the UK, only 14 percent of drivers plan to purchase an EV as their next car. How much range is enough? Arguments over how much range is needed are contentious.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 22, 2009

Electric vehicles are "definitely affordable and environmentally friendly technology, and we think theres a huge potential market in China for them," Li Shufu, Geelys chairman, said in an interview Monday. Most Chinese buyers also are purchasing cars for the first time and have not developed particular preferences.

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Charged EVs

JANUARY 5, 2024

That clears the first hurdle to qualify Kia’s electric three-row utility for the $7,500 federal purchase incentive (details on battery minerals and assembly are yet to be revealed). Its range is estimated at 230 miles; it’s the price leader that will lure buyers into the showroom. Priced at $56,395, the entry-level EV9 Light has a 76.1-kilowatt-hour

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Get Electric Vehicle

OCTOBER 27, 2023

This includes battery technology, electric drivetrains, and other components to improve efficiency, range, and affordability. Norwegians who purchase all-electric vehicles do not have to pay significant value-added taxes or registration fees. This reduces the cost of purchasing and maintaining an EV significantly.

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Wallbox

JANUARY 4, 2021

Now, thanks to major improvements, bidirectional chargers are getting affordable, smaller, and more efficient, making them perfectly suitable for homeowners. Improved battery technology: the key to superior EV performance & affordability. This has also helped to increase EV range by about 17% per year over the last ten years.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Initiatives like the development of a so-called battery passport will ultimately enable consumers to make educated purchase decisions, and such tools will help stimulate the regional supply chain for rechargeable batteries. We’re now also addressing cost-to-performance, without compromising the driving range.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 29, 2022

Ten- and 12-cylinder engines are on a virtual death watch, with V-12 purveyors like Lamborghini, Ferrari, Bentley, and BMW widely expected to eliminate these longtime markers of automotive prestige. EVs have disadvantages that many fanboys simply refuse to acknowledge: heavy batteries, short ranges, and slow recharging.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 5, 2024

That clears the first hurdle to qualify Kia’s electric three-row utility for the $7,500 federal purchase incentive (details on battery minerals and assembly are yet to be revealed). Its range is estimated at 230 miles; it’s the price leader that will lure buyers into the showroom. Priced at $56,395, the entry-level EV9 Light has a 76.1-kilowatt-hour

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EV Central

JANUARY 6, 2024

Audi Q4 e-Tron Audi Q4 50 e-tron quattro The Q4 e-Tron is set to become the most affordable EV for the luxury brand, with the 210kW/545Nm rear-wheel drive 45 model priced from $88,300 plus on-road costs. Priced from $81,500 plus on-road costs, the Polestar 4 gets a sizeable 102kWh battery and up to 600km of range.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Electric cars remain dependent on the development of better,affordable batteries. The G-Wiz, made in India, now offers a lithium-ion battery option that extendsits driving range from 48 to 75 miles – but doubles the price. Both companies will offer a range of electricvehicles for public sale from 2012. to charge overnight.

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EV Adoption

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

The credit is not available for Tesla vehicles acquired after December 31, 2019 and General Motors EV purchased after March 31, 2020. Some EV advocates believe that there should not be any MSRP cap and that incentives that encourage the purchase of ANY electric vehicle regardless of price is a good thing. Effective Date: Jan 1, 2022.

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