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Mercedes unveils GLC electric SUV: a more refined all-electric platform with 440 miles of range

Mercedes-Benz has now fully pulled the wraps off the all-electric GLC at IAA Mobility in Munich. A new next-gen electric powertrain now underpins the most popular model from the German luxury automotive brand. Can it revive Mercedes’ EV momentum? Mercedes-Benz all-electric GLC at a glance Battery & voltage: 94-kWh pack on an 800-volt system; DC fast-charging from 10–80% in ~24–25…
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Yes, an EV really CAN power your home – if it's one of these (*)

Can an EV really help power your home when the power goes out? It’s one of the biggest FAQs people have about electric cars — but the answer can be a bit confusing. It’s either a yes, with a but – or a no, with an unless. To find out which EVs can offer vehicle-to-home (V2H) tech to keep the lights on or even lower your energy bills, keep on reading. UPDATE: added links to deals for all…
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Canada may get cheap Chinese EVs because of what's in your cooking oil

Canada is “reviewing” its current 100% tariff on Chinese EVs, which could potentially give another entry point for the inexpensive, advanced vehicles into the North American market. The strange part? The review is being pushed for, mainly, by the premiers of right-leaning provinces. And it has everything to do with your cooking oil. The news of the review came yesterday from the National…
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is having a breakout moment

Hyundai is on track for its best year ever. Following a breakout sales month in August, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 remains one of the best-selling EVs in the US. However, that’s not the only Hyundai EV that was a hot seller in August. Hyundai IONIQ 5 had a breakout sales month in…
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Tesla moves 'Robotaxi' safety monitor from passenger to driver's seat

Tesla has moved its safety monitor from the passenger’s seat to the driver’s seat in its ‘Robotaxi’ service in Austin, Texas, as it expands onto highways. However, the timing may be more closely tied to regulations. When Tesla launched its ‘Robotaxi’ service in Austin, we warned that the move was more about optics than safety, as the automaker basically deployed its ‘Supervised Full…
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