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fromInsideEVs
3 days ago

Volkswagen Turns To LFP And In-House Electronics For Its Affordable EVs

As InsideEVs Germany learned at the show from presentations and VW engineers, the German company developed a brand-new electric drive unit dubbed the APP290, which will be used in all of the Volkswagen Group's Electric Urban Car Family models from brands like Skoda, Cupra and VW. The new motor, which was developed in-house, is a permanent-magnet drive unit that can output around 214 pound-feet (290 Newton-meters) of torque and up to 214 horsepower (160 kilowatts), the outlet says.
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fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Volkswagen rounds out new lineup of affordable EVs with ID. Cross concept

Volkswagen's ID. Cross is an entry-level, friendlier-looking electric concept offering about 260 miles range and built on the next-gen MEB Plus platform.
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fromInsideEVs
3 weeks ago

Rivian R4 And R5 Will Be Lower-Cost 'Siblings' Than R2 And R3, CEO Says

Rivian plans R4 and R5 as more affordable sibling vehicles, potentially sharing a new lower-cost platform distinct from the R2/R3 family.
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fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

The new Nissan Leaf is still one of the cheapest EVs in America

Nissan's refreshed Leaf starts at $29,990, making it one of the most affordable electric vehicles in the US market.
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fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Rivian and VW's new $22,500 car proves cheap EVs don't have to be low-tech, the Tesla rival's software boss says

Rivian and Volkswagen are collaborating to produce the ID.EVERY1, an affordable $22,500 EV that emphasizes high-tech features despite its low price.
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fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
4 months ago

Slate Introduces a Minimalist Electric Truck That Doesn't Skimp on Utility | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Slate's electric truck emphasizes practicality and affordability over luxury features.
With a starting price around $20,000, Slate targets real-world utility for users.
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fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

The $25,000 Slate EV that some are calling the 'anti-Cybertruck' appears to be off to a strong start

Slate Auto's electric trucks have over 100,000 reservations, highlighting consumer interest in affordable, low-frills EVs.
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fromDesign Milk
4 months ago

The Slate EV Is Totally Customizable and Could Cost Just $20,000

Slate is revolutionizing electric vehicles by providing affordable, fully customizable options starting at $20,000.
The focus is on practicality and minimalism, appealing to first-time EV owners.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
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Rivian and VW's new $22,500 car proves cheap EVs don't have to be low-tech, the Tesla rival's software boss says

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fromInsideEVs
4 months ago

Tesla's Dirt-Cheap EV Might Just Be A Basic Model 3 Or Y

Tesla's upcoming affordable models are likely to be stripped-down versions of existing cars rather than entirely new designs.
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fromInsideEVs
3 months ago

Tesla's Affordable EV Denials Sent The Company Into Shock

Tesla's potential $25,000 EV faces internal contention, highlighting confusion over its market strategy on affordable electric vehicles.
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fromInsideEVs
4 months ago

Tesla's Dirt-Cheap EV Might Just Be A Basic Model 3 Or Y

Tesla's upcoming affordable models are likely to be stripped-down versions of existing cars rather than entirely new designs.
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fromInsideEVs
2 months ago

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Can Drift All Day While Changing Simulated Gears

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is a high-performance electric sedan with impressive specs.
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fromInsideEVs
3 months ago

GM Says 'Next-Gen Affordable EV' Will Be Made In Kansas

GM is dedicated to producing an affordable EV in the U.S. amid rising costs.
A $4 billion investment will expand GM's U.S. manufacturing capabilities for EVs.
The new Chevrolet Bolt EV is expected to enter production by the end of 2025.
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fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Slate Auto confirms where it'll build its $20,000 Truck

Slate Auto will produce its affordable EV in a retrofitted factory in Indiana, focusing on minimal features to keep costs low.
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