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Kia EV3: A Compact Electric Car Starting at $29,890, but the Cost Rises Quickly

The Kia EV3 offers battery and motor options and a range of up to 321 miles, making it one of the most versatile new electric vehicles in the lower-priced segment in the United States. However, equipped trims raise the price to more than $41,000, weakening its description as an affordable electric car.

2026-10-06

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Tesla Nears 1,000 Vehicles in India After Price Cuts and Model Y L Launch

Tesla has recorded approximately 993 vehicles in India since deliveries began in September 2025, including 294 vehicles in September 2026 alone. The acceleration points to improving demand after the Model Y price cut and the launch of the six-seat version, although the company remains a marginal player in India’s electric vehicle market.

2026-10-06

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Suzuki Competes with BYD with a Small Electric Car Starting at $13,500

Suzuki is preparing to launch the e SKY, its first kei-class electric car in Japan, with a starting price of approximately 2.12 million yen, a range of up to 310 kilometers, and LFP batteries supplied by BYD.

2026-10-06

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LiveWire Electric Motorcycle Enters MSF-Approved Rider Training Programs

The LiveWire S4 Honcho Street has received approval under Motorcycle Safety Foundation standards for use in motorcycle rider training programs. This could allow trainees to learn riding skills and pursue certification using an electric motorcycle without a clutch or conventional transmission.

2026-10-05

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Hyundai Opens Orders for the IONIQ 3 Electric Vehicle With a Range of Up to 308 Miles and a Starting Price of £18,495

Hyundai has begun accepting orders for the IONIQ 3 in the United Kingdom and Europe, with a starting price of £18,495 after the electric vehicle grant and a range of up to 308 miles according to WLTP. The vehicle comes with two battery options, charging options, and digital equipment, but it will not be launched in the United States.

2026-10-05

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Kia Leads Major Brands’ Growth in Europe with a 58% Surge in Electric Vehicle Sales

Kia recorded 9% growth in passenger-car registrations in Europe between January and August 2026, while registrations of its electric vehicles rose 58%, making it the fastest-growing major brand in the region. The expansion of its electric lineup, from the EV2 to the EV9, helped raise its share of the electric-vehicle market to 4.8%.

2026-10-02

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A Real-World Test Reveals a Much Shorter Highway Range for the Electric Jeep Recon

The electric Jeep Recon Moab covered only 160 miles in a highway driving test, compared with an EPA-estimated range of up to 222 miles. The difference reflects the everyday efficiency cost of its off-road-focused design, including its weight, four-wheel drive, and large tires.

2026-10-02

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Electric Vehicle Sales in Britain Reach a Record Level in September Despite Debate Over 2026 Targets

The United Kingdom recorded 99,199 battery-electric cars in September 2026, up 36.3% year on year and representing a 28.3% market share, while the Tesla Model 3 led electric-car sales. At the same time, the record figure highlights a dispute between demand growth and the automotive sector’s calls to ease the targets of the Zero Emission Vehicle policy.

2026-10-02

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Rivian Increases Vehicle Production and Deliveries as R2 Launch Accelerates Despite Slowing Electric Vehicle Market

Rivian delivered approximately 19,248 vehicles in the third quarter of 2026, an increase of 58% quarter over quarter, keeping it on track to meet its annual target despite slowing growth in the U.S. electric vehicle market. The start of R2 production, currently available only in the higher-priced Performance trim, appears to be playing a key role in this improvement.

2026-10-02

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Tesla’s New Emergency Feature Could Cause Up to $25,000 in Damage to a Supercharger

Tesla allows drivers to drive away while the vehicle is still connected to a Supercharger in emergencies, but the company says using the feature could cause up to $25,000 in damage to the charger and require the vehicle to visit a service center. Tesla has not yet specified who will cover repair costs or the criteria for considering use abusive.

2026-10-02

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Ford’s Electric Vehicle Sales Plunge 80% in the U.S. Ahead of Fathom Truck Launch

Ford’s U.S. electric vehicle sales fell 80% during the third quarter of 2026, as the company prepares to launch the Fathom electric truck in early 2027 at a starting price of $28,350 before delivery fees.

2026-10-02

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Chevy Equinox EV Sales Plunge 92% in Q3 as Cadillac Electric Models Lead GM Sales

Chevy Equinox EV sales fell to 1,905 vehicles in the United States during the third quarter of 2026, compared with more than 25,000 in the same period of 2025. While most GM electric models declined, Cadillac electric vehicles became the group’s largest contributor to sales.

2026-10-01

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Toyota’s Electric Cars Buck the U.S. Market Downturn and Support the Company’s Sales Growth

Toyota and Lexus sales in the United States rose 0.6% during the third quarter of 2026, driven by the performance of electric and hybrid vehicles, while some electric competitors’ sales fell sharply. The bZ model recorded nearly 25,000 units from the beginning of the year through September.

2026-10-01

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Tesla Expands the Model 3 Screen and Enables Power Output in China While Excluding the U.S. Market

Tesla increased the size of the central screen in all Model 3 trims sold in China to 16 inches and enabled AC power output of up to 2.2 kilowatts for all Model 3 and Model Y vehicles there. These updates do not include the Model 3 in the United States, which retains a 15.4-inch screen and does not support V2L.

2026-10-01

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Geely Develops a Battery Capable of Handling Nearly 1.1 Megawatts of Charging with Degradation-Limiting Systems

Geely has unveiled the Ultra Short Blade Battery, which can accept charging power of nearly 1,100 kilowatts, along with technologies to reduce heat and lithium accumulation and extend service life. The company says the battery was charged from 10% to 97% in 8 minutes and 40 seconds in a test, but the long-term impact of megawatt-level charging remains unresolved.

2026-09-30

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BMW Opens Orders for the 2027 i3 With a Range of Up to 468 Miles and a Starting Price of $61,500

BMW has opened early orders for its 2027 i3 electric car in the United States, with an estimated range of up to 468 miles and 400-kilowatt fast charging. The i3 50 xDrive starts at $61,500 before destination charges.

2026-09-30

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Ford Fathom Electric Truck Launch at a Starting Price of $28,350 Faces Production Hurdles

Ford faces uncertainty over the start of production of its Fathom electric truck in the first quarter of 2027, even though the company is targeting a starting price of $28,350 and sales of 100,000 vehicles in its first year. CEO Jim Farley acknowledges that achieving large-scale production at the right cost and on schedule represents a major challenge.

2026-09-30

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General Motors Prepares for Large-Scale Production of Prismatic LMR Cells in the United States

Ultium Cells, the joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution, announced that its Tennessee plant will begin producing lithium-manganese-rich (LMR) battery cells, which promise higher energy density than LFP at a similar cost. The cells are scheduled for use in electric trucks and large SUVs starting in 2028.

2026-09-29