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Mileage Rating Rule Gets Official: Gas Engines in USA Get Lifeline if Manufacturers Make EVs, Too
Mar 20, 2024 Ξ

Mileage Rating Rule Gets Official: Gas Engines in USA Get Lifeline if Manufacturers Make EVs, Too

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The recent decision by the Biden administration regarding gas engines in the USA has drawn a lot of attention, particularly in the automotive industry. Originally proposed regulations that would have  Full Article »

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Jeep Bidding Farewell to V8-Powered Wrangler with 2024 Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition
Mar 19, 2024 Ξ

Jeep Bidding Farewell to V8-Powered Wrangler with 2024 Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition

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Our beloved V8 engines are slowly going away as Jeep makes a move to end the V8-powered Wrangler but going out with a bang. The 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392  Full Article »

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Finalized US EV Mileage Ratings Rule Will be Win for Automakers
Mar 19, 2024 Ξ

Finalized US EV Mileage Ratings Rule Will be Win for Automakers

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The U.S. Energy Department (DOE) is set to announce final rules aimed at softening a previous proposal that would have significantly reduced the mileage ratings of electric vehicles (EVs) to  Full Article »

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Rivian R1T & R1S Owners Get Access to Tesla Supercharger Network via Adaptor
Mar 18, 2024 Ξ

Rivian R1T & R1S Owners Get Access to Tesla Supercharger Network via Adaptor

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Rivian’s R1T pickup and R1S SUV owners now have access to Tesla’s expansive Supercharger network, following in the footsteps of Ford’s F1-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E. This integration, heralded across  Full Article »

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New Car Preview: 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron / SQ6 e-tron
Mar 18, 2024 Ξ

New Car Preview: 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron / SQ6 e-tron

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Audi has officially revealed the 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron, a groundbreaking addition to Audi’s electric vehicle lineup placing it above the Q4 e-tron but below the Q8 e-tron. At its  Full Article »

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Rivian’s Trademarked R1X Name Hints at High-Performance Off-Roading Version
Mar 18, 2024 Ξ

Rivian’s Trademarked R1X Name Hints at High-Performance Off-Roading Version

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It seems Rivian trademarked the name “R1X” years ago, hinting at a potential addition to its lineup that promises high-performance off-roading capabilities out of the traditional R1T truck. This thought  Full Article »

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Ford Performance Offers $9,995 Supercharger Kit To Boost Mustang GT or Dark Horse up to 810HP With a Warranty
Mar 18, 2024 Ξ

Ford Performance Offers $9,995 Supercharger Kit To Boost Mustang GT or Dark Horse up to 810HP With a Warranty

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Ford Performance has revealed an enticing offer for Mustang enthusiasts: a $9,995 supercharger kit designed to elevate the Mustang GT and Dark Horse to unprecedented power levels while maintaining warranty  Full Article »

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VinFast EV Founder Launches V-Green Global Charging Stations Venture
Mar 18, 2024 Ξ

VinFast EV Founder Launches V-Green Global Charging Stations Venture

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The founder of VinFast, a Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer, recently introduced a new venture called V-Green, focusing on EV charging stations. This initiative, spearheaded by billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong, aims  Full Article »

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Massive Lithium Mine in Nevada Conditionally Approved by Energy Department for $2.26 Billion Loan
Mar 18, 2024 Ξ

Massive Lithium Mine in Nevada Conditionally Approved by Energy Department for $2.26 Billion Loan

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The Biden administration has given conditional approval for a substantial loan exceeding $2 billion to fund the construction of a controversial lithium mine in Nevada. This mine holds the largest  Full Article »

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Limited-Production T-Spec Takumi & Skyline Editions Join 2024 Nissan GT-R Lineup
Mar 15, 2024 Ξ

Limited-Production T-Spec Takumi & Skyline Editions Join 2024 Nissan GT-R Lineup

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The Nissan GT-R has long been a symbol of pushing an envelope beyond preconceived limits, and its legacy continues with the unveiling of two new limited-production special editions for the  Full Article »

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Tesla Cybertruck Engineer: Stop Beating Up the “Tortured” Truck
Mar 15, 2024 Ξ

Tesla Cybertruck Engineer: Stop Beating Up the “Tortured” Truck

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The unveiling of the Tesla Cybertruck in 2019 brought with it an unconventional demonstration of its purported durability, notably when its shatter-resistant windows failed under testing. Since then, Cybertruck owners  Full Article »

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BMW Launching Farewell Tour for Manual Transmission M3s, Introduces Special Final Edition in Japan
Mar 15, 2024 Ξ

BMW Launching Farewell Tour for Manual Transmission M3s, Introduces Special Final Edition in Japan

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BMW is bidding farewell to manually shiftable M3 models in Japan with the launch of the BMW M3 MT Final Edition, a special JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) version limited to  Full Article »

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Automakers Consider Building More Hybrids as EV Sales Cool
Mar 15, 2024 Ξ

Automakers Consider Building More Hybrids as EV Sales Cool

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Automakers are adjusting their strategies amidst shifting consumer demands, with a notable surge in interest in gas-electric hybrid vehicles overshadowing the cooling sales of purely electric cars in the United  Full Article »

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Fisker Could be Preparing for Bankruptcy Filing, Hires Advisor and Law Firm
Mar 14, 2024 Ξ

Fisker Could be Preparing for Bankruptcy Filing, Hires Advisor and Law Firm

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Reports indicate that the electric vehicle startup Fisker, has taken steps that suggest it may be considering a bankruptcy filing. Sources familiar with the matter have revealed that Fisker has  Full Article »

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Legendary Lamborghini Designer Marcello Gandini Dies at 85
Mar 13, 2024 Ξ

Legendary Lamborghini Designer Marcello Gandini Dies at 85

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Legendary automotive designer Marcello Gandini has passed away at the age of 85, as reported by RaiNews, Italy’s state-owned news outlet. Throughout his illustrious career, Gandini left an indelible mark  Full Article »

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