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BMW is testing iX electric SUV with 600 miles of range thanks to new battery chemistry

BMW is going to be testing an iX electric SUV with 600 miles (965 km) of range enabled by a new battery chemistry from Our Next Energy (ONE). We previously reported on ONE when it did something similar with a Tesla Model S – replacing its battery pack and claiming to achieve 752 miles of range with it. At the time, we were cautiously skeptical since ONE didn’t release any detail about the…
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Polestar 5 prototype to debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed next week

At this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed in England, Polestar will showcase multiple EVs, including a prototype of its upcoming Polestar 5 sports sedan. Joining it will be the original Precept concept that inspired the Polestar 5 as well as a limited-edition Polestar 2. Polestar is a Swedish premium EV brand launched in 2017 that currently has two electrified models on the market – the…
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LG invests $450 million in producing Tesla’s 4680 battery cell format

LG announced that it is investing $450 million into producing 4680 battery cells, a format pioneered by Tesla. While the Korean battery manufacturer didn’t confirm that the new cells will be for Tesla, it is extremely likely. When Tesla unveiled its plan to produce its own new tabless battery cell in a bigger format with a new chemistry, the automaker claimed to have solved some major issues…
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How much is a Tesla lease in 2022?

Electrek is brought to you , the cheapest, fastest, easiest way to get a Tesla Model 3. If you have a credit card, you can reserve a Tesla now. f for a limited time. (.) Ok, you’ve seen the hype and have your eyes set on owning a Tesla, but first, you wonder, “how much is a lease?” Fair question – you don’t want to rush into anything after all. A Tesla lease certainly has its…
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