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CATL and Changan Plan First Sodium-Ion EV Launch by 2026

CATL and Changan Plan First Sodium-Ion EV Launch by 2026

CATL and Changan aim to introduce the first sodium-ion battery passenger EV by 2026. The technology offers lower costs, improved safety, and exceptional cold-weather performance, signaling a shift toward multi-chemistry EV platforms.

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Solid-State Battery Claims Face Reality Check as Verge Motorcycle Deliveries Slip

Solid-State Battery Claims Face Reality Check as Verge Motorcycle Deliveries Slip

Verge Motorcycles’ solid-state battery EV has drawn attention for bold claims, but shifting delivery timelines, certification hurdles, and industry skepticism suggest the technology may still be far from mass production.

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Ford Explores Potential EV Partnership With Geely as Global Alliances Accelerate

Ford Explores Potential EV Partnership With Geely as Global Alliances Accelerate

Ford is considering a partnership with Geely on EV technology and European manufacturing, reflecting a broader shift as legacy automakers turn to Chinese expertise to cut costs and speed up EV development.

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BMW i3 Sedan Moves Into Pre-Production, Signaling a New EV Era for the 3 Series

BMW i3 Sedan Moves Into Pre-Production, Signaling a New EV Era for the 3 Series

BMW has begun pre-production of its all-electric i3 sedan at the Munich factory. Built on the Neue Klasse platform, the i3 promises faster charging, improved space, and a true electric successor to the iconic 3 Series.

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Extreme Cold Puts Tesla Model 3 Winter Charging Limits to the Test

Extreme Cold Puts Tesla Model 3 Winter Charging Limits to the Test

A Tesla Model 3 left overnight at -33°F revealed how cold batteries slash efficiency and slow fast charging. The test highlights why battery preconditioning and extra charge are essential for winter EV driving.

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GM Pushes Local Battery Supply Chains to Cut EV Costs

GM Pushes Local Battery Supply Chains to Cut EV Costs

General Motors is reshaping its EV battery strategy by localizing lithium, manganese, nickel, and graphite sourcing to lower costs, reduce supply risk, and improve pricing control for future electric vehicles.

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Tesla Introduces a Lower-Priced Model Y AWD Without a “Standard” LabelTesla Introduces a Lower-Priced Model Y AWD Without a “Standard” Label

Tesla Introduces a Lower-Priced Model Y AWD Without a “Standard” Label

Tesla has introduced a cheaper Model Y AWD without the “Standard” label, offering more performance at a lower price while highlighting its reliance on lineup tweaks to sustain EV sales.

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Scout’s South Carolina EV Plant Faces Major Cost Overruns

Scout’s South Carolina EV Plant Faces Major Cost Overruns

Volkswagen-backed Scout Motors faces rising costs at its South Carolina EV factory, now estimated at $3 billion. The increase highlights the financial risks of launching a new EV brand in a slowing U.S. market.

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Why Kia’s EV Sales Are Slowing in the U.S.

Why Kia’s EV Sales Are Slowing in the U.S.

Kia’s EV6 and EV9 sales have dropped sharply despite strong overall brand performance. This analysis explains how market headwinds, factory constraints, and competition from Hyundai are reshaping Kia’s EV strategy.

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