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Ford CEO Jim Farley recently shared that the automaker has plans to produce a three-row seven-seat electric SUV. The Blue Oval is on a mission to chase Tesla and stand out from the crowd of brands trying to get customers to buy into their EV lineups. Ford is arguably making wise choices when it comes to building a future of successful EVs. Not long ago, most EVs were small, polarizing, and impractical. Once compelling options started coming to market and Farley took the reigns at Ford, the company launched an all-electric Mustang crossover and the F-150 Lightning, its first fully…
The next-generation electric Mini will add more space, and potentially more driving range, in an upcoming redesign, the brand revealed Thursday. The redesigned Mini Cooper Electric, as it’s referred to in a press release from Mini parent BMW, is expected to arrive for the 2025 model year. In addition to a replacement for the current Mini Cooper SE, a Cooper E model will be included as well, with different battery packs and power outputs for both. Mini USA declined to comment to Green Car Reports on the product’s future for the U.S. market. As the base model, the Cooper E…
In April, the total sales of Ford and Lincoln vehicles in the United States increased by 4.0 percent year-over-year to 184,002. After the first four months, the results are also better than a year ago, at 659,908 (up 8.3 percent). Results in March and year-to-date: Ford sales: 177,319 (up 5.7%) and 634,291 (up 9.2%) Lincoln sales: 6,683 (down 27.8%) and 25,617 (down 9.8%) Total sales: 184,002 (up 4.0%) and 659,908 (up 8.3%) However, things are not so good on the all-electric front because sales decreased in April by 25 percent year-over-year to 3,499 units (following a 31 percent decrease in March).…
Rivian and Mitchell International revealed a new data licensing agreement for collision repairs Thursday, the first of its kind for the EV manufacturer. Rivian signs first data licensing agreement for collisions Rivian produced over 24,000 electric vehicles last year, a significant jump from only 1,000 sold by the end of 2021. The EV maker has kept the momentum going in 2023, producing another 9,395 EVs in the first three months of the year and sticking to its production guidance of 50,000 vehicles throughout the year. With over 34,000 vehicles manufactured and many more expected over the next several years, the…
Rimac Technology has announced the launch of a new brand called Rimac Energy, created to “accelerate the transition toward a sustainably powered planet.” The new division says it will leverage the larger Group’s expertise in EV and battery technology to develop energy storage solutions (ESS) as well as battery-buffered fast chargers. Rimac Technology is an existing arm of the larger Rimac Group, which consists of Rimac Automobili – creator of the Nevera electric hypercar – and the Rimac Bugatti joint venture with Porsche. While the other two ventures focus on EV development and manufacturing, Rimac Technology builds batteries, converters, and other…
Costco is currently offering an exclusive member discount on the Volvo XC40 Recharge and the C40 Recharge. It’s good for $2,500 off either premium electric SUV. Costco is no stranger to electric car discounts, and this deal is certainly worth considering. Even if you’re not yet a member, the $60 annual fee is arguably well worth the money. The Costco discount is valid from now until July 31, 2023, so you have some time to make a decision. It applies to both the 2023 and 2024 model-year versions of the electric crossovers. If you’re not yet ready to go fully…
A Rivian R1T owner from Ohio was involved in a fender bender that ended up costing about half the price of the whole truck. Chris Apfelstadt posted his story on the Rivian Electric Vehicle Discussion page on Facebook, where he wrote that in early February he was rear-ended in his red R1T, but that the airbags didn’t deploy and that the collision happened at a relatively low speed. He exchanged insurance information with the driver that hit his truck and then got a check for $1,600 from the other driver’s insurance company for the repairs to his pickup. But as…
The Fisker Ocean electric SUV will get swappable batteries from startup Ample by 2024, Fisker announced Tuesday. But the partnership will target fleets initially. “With today’s announcement drivers can now look forward to a combination of award-winning design and affordability in the Fisker Ocean,” a company release said, “powered by the latest battery technology, never worrying about range or charging anxiety.” California-based Ample hopes to succeed where many have failed by implementing large-scale EV battery swapping. Ample’s spin on the idea is a single modular battery design that the startup plans to adapt to different vehicles. Ample previously said its…
Electric bikes have revolutionized the world of cycling in a way we never thought possible. With electric bicycles of today, some people are actually able to replace their cars on a near-daily basis for commuting, hauling groceries, and even taking the kids to school. With cars taking a back seat for longer, out-of-town journeys, roads are freed up, and people get more exercise. Sounds like a win-win, right? Indeed, when it comes to electric bicycles, cargo e-bikes are making bike-focused mobility better than ever. E-bike specialist Tern is one of the best in the business, with its GSD cargo e-bike…
NIO is reportedly planning to launch two new brands soon. One will produce cheaper EVs to rival Volkswagen in Europe. The Chinese brand is confident it will achieve its target of becoming profitable in 2023. We’ve already shared that NIO has no plans to follow suit with Tesla’s price cuts, and the brand says Tesla can really influence prices in China. However, Der Spiegel recently completed a new interview with NIO CEO and founder William Li, who had more details to share. Of course, the German publication asked Li about Tesla’s price cuts, knowing NIO doesn’t intend to follow the US…