The 1,088 horsepower hardcore SUV is getting ready for global markets.
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Hyundai and Kia move EV motors closer to the wheels but not in them
Hyundai and Kia on Wednesday unveiled a new EV motor design that splits the difference between conventional motors and in-wheel motors. Dubbed the Universal Wheel Drive System—or Uni Wheel for short—this design moves motors closer to the wheels but not into them. That's made possible by a planetary gear set with a central sun gear... Reliability survey: Vehicles that plug in are more trouble-prone
The reliability of electric cars and plug-in hybrids is improving, but they still remain more trouble-prone than cars without plugs, according to a new Consumer Reports survey. On average, EVs had 70% more problems than internal-combustion vehicles, the survey found. Electric cars, electric SUVs, and electric pickups are all among the... Neta’s first overseas plant starts production in Thailand
The Neta’s Thailand plant started operating on faster timescale. It has an annual production volume of 20,000 units.
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Survey: Electric truck interest wanes—but not for the Toyota Tacoma EV
After years of anticipation, 2024 is shaping up to be the year that automakers will start to deliver electric pickups—even the Tesla Cybertruck, perhaps—in greater volume. But even as overheated EV transaction prices calm and inventories offer the possibility of more test drives, Americans are looking less optimistic about putting an... Neta displays two models in the UAE as it accelerates overseas expansion
Neta displayed Neta S and Neta GT models around the Formula 1 Gran Prix racetrack in the UAE, right after entry to Latin America.
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EV battery prices are dropping again
Following substantial increases in 2022, EV battery prices are falling again, according to new analysis from Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF). Lithium-ion battery pack prices have fallen 14% this year to a record low of $139 per kwh, BNEF reported this week. This was driven by decreases in raw-material and component prices, as well as... Big profile of Volvo’s owner, Geely, and its founder, Li Shufu
"Li Shufu, Geely's founder, is often described as tenacious businessman who does not take no for an answer."
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Lotus fast-charging hardware delivers more than most EVs can handle
Lotus has long produced fast cars. Now it's also producing fast chargers. The automaker on Tuesday unveiled fast-charging hardware it claims to have developed in-house, including a liquid-cooled DC charger capable of up to 450 kw. It's designed to be used with a Lotus-developed power cabinet and 600-amp charging unit in a setup Lotus claims can... The 200,000th BYD Seagull rolled off the assembly line
It took 7 months from the launch of BYD Seagull to the completion of the 200,000th unit rolling off the assembly line.
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