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BMW Is Working On A Cheaper Neue Klasse EV
BMW is reportedly planning a dedicated electric 1 Series on the Neue Klasse platform. The i1 could keep proper hatchback proportions, rear-wheel drive, and distinct styling. Smaller batteries and dialed-back specs could make it BMW’s cheapest Neue Klasse EV. BMW…
Build Them 30 At A Time
General Motors revealed one of the manufacturing techniques that lowers the Chevy Bolt EV’s costs. The automaker ditched the old way of assembling cars, where different trims and configurations converged on the line. For the Bolt EV, GM is making…
This Supercharger Extension Cable Promises To Fix A Big Pain Point, But Falls Short: Expert
InsideEVs contributor and charging expert Tom Moloughney put Hansshow’s latest Tesla Supercharger extension cable to the test. In real-world testing, the 8-foot NACS to CCS1 DC fast-charging extension cable fell short of expectations. The cable is aimed at non-Tesla EV…
Here’s What The Biggest EV Skeptics Want In An Electric Car
The amount of Americans who are interested in going electric is holding surprisingly strong. Over a quarter of car shoppers say they are "very likely" to consider an EV, a number that's increased as gas prices have risen in the…
Absurdly Fast EV Chargers Are Coming To America, But Cars Aren’t Ready
A few years ago, 300-plus-kilowatt stalls represented the cutting edge in EV charging. But a new trend is emerging: Charging companies in the U.S. are now rolling out hardware that can deliver 500 kW, 600 kW, or even up to…
I Played Nintendo Switch In A Chinese EV
Firefly updated its in-car software via OTA update recently, adding features like Nintendo Switch casting and customizable lock and unlock sounds and animations. The Nintendo Switch streaming comes via a USB capture card, and a physical connection to the car. …
Rivian R2 Configurator Opens: Range, Pricing, Options Revealed
Rivian has switched on the configurator for the R2. Potential buyers can now configure an R2 in their desired spec, showing all of the features and timelines for release. Customer deliveries begin this spring, with the ability to order your…