Green Car Reports
MARCH 7, 2024
The Rivian R2 is two years away, but with the debut of an R2 in prototype form on Thursday, it’s clear this electric SUV will arrive with a proposition unlike any EV yet: A boxy silhouette, rugged off-road chops, a range easily topping 300 miles, and a target price effectively below today’s average new-vehicle price, regardless of the.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
In three short years, battery electric vehicles will be cheaper to produce than ICE vehicles of the same size due to improved manufacturing methods – at least that’s the latest prediction from market research firm Gartner. Of course, those gains may be lost to the rising price of EV repairs.
Green Car Reports
MARCH 7, 2024
Samsung SDI this week presented a battery-development roadmap with ambitious performance targets for charging, energy density, and battery life. On the charging front, the company believes it can begin mass-producing battery cells capable of being charged from 8% to 80% in just nine minutes by 2026. This will be made possible by "optimizing.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
Weeks have been leading up to Rivian’s public unveiling of its new smaller electric SUV, the R2, today, but did anyone expect to glimpse another EV in the works? Following the debut of R2, Rivian followed up with the first images of a model to follow called the R3. Described by Rivian as its “take on what a crossover can be,” the R3 promises to arrive smaller and at a lower MSRP than the R2.
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Green Car Reports
MARCH 7, 2024
The Rivian R2 electric SUV won't be the least expensive model in the startup automaker's lineup. On Thursday, CEO RJ Scaringe surprised everyone at the R2 debut by unveiling the R3 hatchback, as well as a performance variant called the R3X. When they eventually arrive after the R2, which won't hit the market until the first half of 2026, the R3.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 7, 2024
VW says it is reviewing car lobby membership after EV specialists Tesla and Polestar quit over its stance against vehicle emission standards. The post “It is concerning:” Volkswagen may quit car lobby after Tesla and Polestar pull plug appeared first on The Driven.
EV Driven brings together the best content on electric vehicles from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
The EV maker will begin building its new R2 electric SUV at its Normal, Illinois facility to accelerate the launch. Meanwhile, Rivian (RIVN) is delaying construction at its new $5 billion EV plant in Georgia, where the R2 was initially expected to be produced. The delay is not expected to be significant.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2024
I think the Inflation Reduction Act is one of the most under-appreciated pieces of legislation in American history. Of course, [continued] The post Inflation Reduction Act Giving Solar Power & Electric Cars Big Boost appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
Who says electric cars are too expensive? The 2024 Honda Prologue, the brand’s first all-electric SUV, qualifies for the full $7,500 EV tax credit. With the added credit, the Honda Prologue hits the “sweet spot,” with starting prices under $40,000.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2024
Just following the “EV SALES ARE FALLING” meme headlines, a new trend popping up in the media is covering the. [continued] The post Used Tesla & Electric Car Market Getting Huge Boost — Thanks, Hertz! (And Xcelerate Auto) appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
Rivian has unveiled the R2 electric SUV, its next-generation electric vehicle, and there were a few surprises despite some leaks before the unveiling. We also got a very interesting “one more thing” moment.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2024
Fossil fuel interests are perfectly willing to lie and distort information in order to protect their profits. The post Fossil Fuel Fanatics Ramp Up Attacks On Electric Cars While Ignoring The Dangers Of Their Own Products appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
After unveiling the highly anticipated R2 on Thursday, Rivian shocked the crowd with the release of the R3 and high-performance R3X electric crossover.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2024
Ford has a secret EV sales weapon up its sleeve, banking on the electric E-Transit to ride the coattails of its popular Transit van. The post Ford Pops E-Transit Van Out Of Stealth Mode To Boost EV Sales appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 7, 2024
Polestar follows Tesla out the door of Australia's main car lobby, saying its campaign against vehicle emission standards cannot be supported. The post “We cannot support it:” Polestar follows Tesla out of car lobby over Toyota led campaign appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
While some automakers are still introducing 2024 EVs, Audi is pushing out a mid-model refresh of the Q4 50 e-tron, called the Q4 55 e-tron. The Audi refresh includes several notable improvements on the performance and handling side, as well as faster charging.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2024
The newly refreshed Tesla Model 3 has been garnering praise from owners, auto pundits, and on-air personalities, including car aficionado. [continued] The post New Tesla Model 3 Ludicrous Performance Version Coming in May with +600 HP (Rumors) appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
Along with the Rivian R2 and surprise R3 / R3X , Rivian announced a slew of new and updated accessories that work with the R2 and perhaps more of its vehicles.
Cars That Think
MARCH 7, 2024
With the rapid proliferation of AI systems, public policymakers and industry leaders are calling for clearer guidance on governing the technology. The majority of U.S. IEEE members express that the current regulatory approach to managing artificial intelligence (AI) systems is inadequate. They also say that prioritizing AI governance should be a matter of public policy, equal to issues such as health care, education, immigration, and the environment.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
A 2.5 gigawatt (GW) Swedish floating offshore wind farm is going to be paired with an innovative sustainable fish farming system.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2024
Aside from the core matter of EV sales, there is no topic more instrumental to the transition to electric vehicles. [continued] The post The State & Promise of EV Charging Infrastructure — New Report appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
Five months after signing a proposed joint venture with EV automaker Leapmotor, Stellantis has reportedly gained regulatory approval in China to continue its stake. This deal is the first of its kind for a Western automaker and gives Stellantis the exclusive rights to build, export, and sell Leapmotor brand EVs outside of China, and it is already mulling some exciting markets for them.
Teslarati
MARCH 7, 2024
Tesla battery supplier Panasonic is reportedly considering an additional investment in Kansas. This potential expansion, reportedly known internally as Phase 3, would reportedly involve the buildout of new battery production lines. The main customer for the additional output would reportedly be Tesla, whose Giga Nevada facility is a joint venture with Panasonic.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
EV maker Rivian’s (RIVN) stock is trending Thursday ahead of the highly anticipated launch of its new R2 electric SUV. Rivian stock scored a buy rating from Jefferies Finacial Group, suggesting over 45% upside potential.
Teslarati
MARCH 7, 2024
Is the law firm behind the legal complaint that ultimately rescinded Elon Musk’s 2018 pay package looking to get overpaid? A growing number of Tesla shareholders say so. This is highlighted in a grassroots effort from Tesla stockholders who are currently using their voices to ask Delaware Judge Kathaleen McCormick to deny the request of law firm Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann, which is demanding a compensation of nearly $6 billion for their services in the case against Musk.
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
The residents of Saint-Joachim in Pays de la Loire, France, are putting solar canopies over their cemetery.
Teslarati
MARCH 7, 2024
Tesla Model 3 Performance configuration specs for the upcoming version of the all-electric vehicle were leaked, and it appears the vehicle will be faster and more powerful than ever. It appears the leaks came from South Korea, where we are finally getting details about the specs that the Model 3 Performance’s latest iteration could pack. Tesla did not roll out a Performance configuration synchronously with the Rear-Wheel-Drive and Long Range Model 3 variants that hit the U.S. market recent
Electrek
MARCH 7, 2024
Rivian is unveiling its highly anticipated R2 electric SUV today. You can join us live here to watch the reveal, get all the news coming out of the event, and an interview with Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe.
Teslarati
MARCH 7, 2024
Tesla Giga Berlin’s production halt is expected to extend into next week, longer than previously expected. Tesla informed Bild that complicated repairs to the power line damaged during the arson attack against Giga Berlin are causing a prolonged production halt. Giga Berlin’s plant manager estimates the damages are now in the three-digit million range.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2024
Volkswagen launched the ID.7 Tourer just last month, and now you can place pre-orders for the hot, sleek, utilitarian, electric. [continued] The post Come & Get It! Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer Pre-Sales Commence appeared first on CleanTechnica.
EV Central
MARCH 7, 2024
Seen Toyota’s new ad? Barry went electric, didn’t he? Bearded Baz is fair dinkum Aussie. Got his flannel shirt, likes a pie, likes AFL. Why’d he make the EV shift? “Because it’s a… Toyota,” he states. As if it’s the most obvious thing he’d ditch his diesel HiLux for the new BZ4X. But don’t underestimate the importance of this car’s landing.
EV Specifications
MARCH 7, 2024
The first all-electric estate car from Volkswagen can now be configured in Germany at prices starting at 54,795 euros. The ID.7 Tourer was designed specifically for the European market. At the start of pre-sales, the electric Volkswagen can be configured as the ID.7 Tourer Pro with a 210 kW (286 PS) electric drive and a battery with an energy content of 77 kWh (net).
The Truth About Cars
MARCH 7, 2024
A recent study published in the Journal of Transport Geography has alleged that “car harm” cannot be undone by the world pivoting to all-electric vehicles.& However, the paper doesn’t favor everyone running out to buy the largest diesel pickup they can afford. Instead, it adopts the same anti-driving nonsense we’ve seen from the Vision Zero Network and government regulators that have been caught up in its activism web.
InsideEVs
MARCH 7, 2024
The Rivian R2, R3 and R3X won't be on roads until 2026 at the earliest. In the meantime, it's hitting pause on its new Georgia factory.
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