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CATL Aims To Massively Expand EV Battery-Swap Infrastructure
- CATL, the world’s largest maker of batteries for electric vehicles, plans to build 1,000 battery-swapping stations for EVs next year.
- The company aims to ultimately build 30,000 swap stations in China.
- CATL has developed two new swappable battery packs called Choco-SEB for smaller and larger cars, which can be swapped in about one minute.
- The company is working with carmakers to roll out 10 EV models using the new battery packs in early 2025.
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European EV Sales Were A Mixed Bag In November
- The European electric vehicle market showed mixed results in November.
- Some countries experienced significant increases in EV registrations, while others saw decreases.
- In the EU, EV registrations went down 9.5% compared to November last year.
- Hybrid electric vehicles were the only power source to consistently grow, with a 16.4% increase in registrations.
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Top 5 Electric Car Brands in India Offering Massive Year-end Discounts
- Tata Motors is offering up to ₹2,00,000 discount on select EV models.
- MG Motors is providing discounts of up to ₹75,000 on the Comet EV and up to ₹2,25,000 on the MG ZS EV.
- Mahindra is giving a flat discount of ₹3,10,000 on the XUV400 EV.
- Kia EV6 is available with a discount of ₹20,00,000 on the 2023 models.
- Hyundai is offering a cash discount of ₹2,00,000 on the Hyundai Kona Electric and a discounted price of ₹46.05 lakh on the Hyundai Ioniq 5.
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Argonne leads $50-million sodium-ion EV battery innovation push
- The US Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded $50 million to be invested over the next five years to establish the Low-cost Earth-abundant Na-ion Storage (LENS) consortium led by DOE’s Argonne National Laboratory.
- The consortium aims to develop high-energy, long-lasting sodium-ion batteries as a more sustainable and lower-cost alternative to lithium-ion technology.
- The goal is to diversify the supply of electric vehicle batteries and relieve supply chain concerns.
- The consortium will focus on improving sodium-ion energy density while maintaining performance metrics like cycle life and safety.
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ConnectDER raises $35 million to scale its meter socket adapters for EV charging
- US-based home energy technology provider ConnectDER has raised $35 million in Series D funding to accelerate its market expansion and develop its meter socket adapters for EV charging and solar power systems.
- The funding round was led by new investors Decarbonization Partners and MassMutual Ventures, with participation from existing investors.
- ConnectDER plans to launch its next-generation meter socket adapter, IslandDER, which integrates with utility grids and enables islanding of solar, battery storage, and EVs, providing whole-home backup and resiliency.
- ConnectDER currently has 25,000 adapters in operation and aims to expand nationwide in the coming years.
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StartupDaily
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Veteran EV charging scaleup powers up on $72 million raise
- Melbourne-based EV charging company Jet Charge has raised $72 million in funding.
- Lead investor Mirova, an affiliate of Natixis, joined existing investors Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC), RACV, and Kilara Capital.
- The funding will be used to develop proprietary technologies for EV charging infrastructure and the company's Charging as a Service offering.
- Jet Charge has a range of products including PayMate, a credit card payment system for EV charging.
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2025 Tesla Model Y: ‘Juniper’ facelift spotted again as unveiling nears
- Yet another example of the Tesla Model Y 'Juniper' facelift has been spotted near San Jose, bringing it one step closer to its official unveiling.
- The camouflaged prototype hides most of the changes, but previous spy shots suggest new split-level LED headlights and tail lights resembling the Model 3 facelift.
- Expectations include redesigned front and rear bumpers, restyled lighting, and new wheels.
- Interiors are expected to feature perforated leather or leatherette upholstery, suede-look trim, and ambient lighting.
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2025 Deepal S07: Australian deliveries begin, service pricing announced
- The Deepal S07, a mid-sized electric SUV, has begun deliveries in Australia.
- Deliveries and test drives are available at four retail locations in Melbourne.
- Deepal Australia plans to expand its dealer network across multiple states in 2025.
- The S07 features a capped-price servicing program and comes with a comprehensive warranty.
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Porsche Boxster, Cayman EVs could be delayed due to battery issues – report
- Production of the Porsche 718 series electric models, Cayman coupe, and Boxster convertible, may be delayed due to battery issues.
- Porsche's plans for the upcoming '983' generation are behind schedule, with battery-related complications causing headaches.
- The battery placement in the middle of the vehicle has led to adjustments being requested from battery-maker Valmet Automotive.
- Delays could result in the electric 718 arriving after the current petrol-powered models are phased out, potentially in 2026 or 2027.
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Here’s A First Look At Honda’s New Electric SUV
- Honda has released a teaser of its upcoming all-electric SUV.
- The electric crossover prototype will be unveiled next to an electric sedan prototype.
- Both prototypes will be revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show in January 2023.
- Honda plans to launch more electric crossovers and a compact sedan in the future.
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Australian Government aims to boost EV uptake with low-interest loans
- The Australian Government is introducing low-interest loans to boost the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs).
- The loans will be available for workers earning less than $100,000 per year and essential workers and can be used for new and used EVs up to $55,000, as well as home EV charging equipment.
- Interest rates on these loans will be up to five percentage points lower than standard rates, potentially saving buyers over $8000 on a $40,000 loan over seven years.
- This incentive is aimed at overcoming the upfront cost barrier to EV ownership and driving the next wave of EV adopters in Australia.
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Honda, Nissan in merger talks to compete with Tesla, Chinese EV rivals, reports say
- Honda and Nissan, Japan’s second- and third-largest automakers, are holding merger talks to create a structure that would enable them to better withstand competition from Tesla and Chinese EV rivals.
- The talks aim to set up an umbrella holding company and not necessarily merge the two companies together.
- The partnership may also involve Mitsubishi, in which Nissan has a 24% stake.
- The collaborative efforts between Honda and Nissan focus on technology for electric vehicles, including components and software.
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Canoo furloughs workers and idles factory as it scrapes for cash
- EV startup Canoo has furloughed 82 employees and idled its factory in Oklahoma.
- The company is seeking emergency funding and is in advanced discussions with various capital sources.
- Canoo has faced multiple layoffs, office closures, and lawsuits from suppliers.
- The company has delivered electric vans for testing but has struggled to ramp up manufacturing for commercial customers.
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Tesla’s long-term focus, position land it huge new price target bump
- Tesla's focus on sustainable energy and disruption in various sectors has resulted in a huge price target increase.
- Vijay Rakesh of Mizuho Securities has doubled Tesla's price target to $515 and upgraded the shares to 'Outperform'.
- Tesla's leadership in EVs, solar/battery storage, and charging infrastructure positions it well in the market.
- Mizuho also sees potential for Tesla shares to reach $681 in a bull case scenario.
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ChargePoint and GM Join Forces to Supercharge EV Charging Across the U.S.
- ChargePoint and General Motors (GM) have partnered to make electric vehicle (EV) charging faster and easier in the U.S.
- By the end of 2025, they plan to roll out hundreds of ultra-fast charging stations at key locations nationwide.
- ChargePoint's technology supports both CCS and NACS charging ports, making charging more accessible without the need for adapters.
- The collaboration aims to break down barriers to EV adoption and provide drivers with better charging options.
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