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Volkswagen of America to invest $20M in 50-state EV dealer readiness program

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With sales and reservations for the all-electric ID.4 4 SUV climbing, Volkswagen’s program seeks to enhance consumer access by helping its 50-state dealership network establish the underlying EV infrastructure, such as upgraded service centers and high-capacity chargers. Volkswagen of America, Inc., More than 85% of all ID.4

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Volkswagen to introduce the electric SUV coupé ID.5 GTX at the IAA

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5 GTX SUV coupé will make its international exhibition debut on 07 September as a disguised concept at the IAA Munich Motor Show. The first SUV coupé based on the Modular Electric Drive Matrix (MEB) features dual motor four-wheel drive. Volkwagen’s electric ID.5 There is an electric motor on both the front and rear axle of the ID.5

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Kia shatters US sales record again with its first three-row electric SUV picking up steam

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Kia just set another US sales record in August, with more cars sold than in any month in company history. As demand for its first three-row electric SUV, the EV9 , continues to build, Kia’s EV sales climbed 27% from last year. Kia credited higher demand for SUVs and EVs for the record-breaking performance.

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Ford to increase production of Mustang Mach-E in 2023, cut prices across the board

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The production increase is a key part of the Ford+ Plan, underscoring the company’s commitment to increase the value of its EVs for customers, continuing to position Mustang Mach-E as a compelling option for those looking for an electric SUV, and growing market share. The Mustang Mach-E was the No.

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Vinfast adds US dealer franchises, as EV deliveries lag targets

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dealerships, but a recent report suggests the EV firm may be falling behind on sales targets. The additions will give the company 18 franchised dealerships in seven states—North Carolina, New York, Texas, Florida, Kansas, Connecticut, and Kentucky—since the start of a pivot to a dealer model last year. is the VF 8 electric SUV.

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Kia is recalling 12,400 EV9 SUVs over faulty remote parking assist that may not stop

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Kia dealers will update the IEB software with “improved logic” free of charge. 2024 Kia EV9 GT-Line (Source: Kia) Kia’s first three-row electric SUV has helped it achieve back-to-back record US sales months. Starting at $56,395, Kia calls the electric SUV’s price tag a “wake-up call to the industry.”

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Ford enables all dealers to sell EVs, bringing +90% of Americans within reach

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As Ford looks to grow its Model e EV business, the company believes its dealer network can be a significant asset. Ford announced Thursday it’s enabling all dealers to sell EVs, meaning 90% of Americans will live within 25 miles of a Ford dealership that sells electric vehicles.

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