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Ford re-opens order books for Mach-E; higher range, lower pricing; all standard range models with LFP packs

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Ford is re-opening its order banks for the all-electric Mustang Mach-E as completed plant upgrades support production ramp in the second half of 2023, with feature improvements including increased range for standard range battery models to a targeted EPA-estimated range of 250 miles for RWD and 226 miles for eAWD.

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StoreDot says its silicon-dominant batteries will enable smaller battery packs capable of extreme fast charging, leading to more accessible EVs

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StoreDot, the developer of extreme fast charging (XFC) battery technology ( earlier post ), says it will soon be manufacturing silicon-dominant batteries that enable car makers to design and produce cheaper, lighter and more sustainable EVs. This technology will deliver 100 miles (160 km) of range in just five minutes of charge.

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ion Ventures and LiNa Energy conclude successful test of solid-state sodium-nickel battery platform

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Using this skill set, they developed the LiNa Platform, an innovative re-engineering of the operationally proven sodium-nickel-chloride (Na-NiCl 2 ) chemistry, where power is produced by sodium ions conducting across a fast sodium ion conducting ceramic membrane in the solid-state.

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QUANTRON unveils long range hydrogen and electric trucks

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In addition, QUANTRON offers an optionally available aero package for all QHM FCEV trucks which has been designed to improve the operating range by a further 10%. As a tractor unit for heavy long-distance transport, the QUANTRON QHM FCEV 44-1000 offers an operating range of around 700 km depending on the load and topographical requirements.

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Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Discovery Sport now available as PHEVs: P300e

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The new Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Discovery Sport premium compact SUVs are now available with plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) technology, with an electric-only range of up to 66 km (41 miles) and CO 2 emissions as low as 32 g/km. Range Rover Evoque PHEV. seconds) in the Range Rover Evoque. PHEV technology.

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Lunaz to begin production of electric classic Range Rovers; prices begin at £245,000 excluding local taxes

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Lunaz, a creator of electric classic cars, announced the first tranche of production availability for classic electric Range Rovers. Prices for classic electric Range Rovers by Lunaz start at £245,000 (US$329,000) excluding local taxes. The restoration and conversion process represents re-engineering from the ground up.

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Charge your 2017-2019 Chevy Bolt EV outside: GM renews caution over fire concerns

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Drivers of certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV models recently endured months of living with just 90% of their battery capacity and range—and a winter of charging outside—due to concerns over fire risk.

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