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Ford draws up an Ultium-like EV platform for any vehicle type, from trucks to small coupes

January 9, 2024
Is Ford taking a page from rival GM? A new patent filing hints an Ultium-like EV platform could be in the works to power Ford’s next-gen electric pickup, or any other electric car, for that matter. Ford’s CEO Jim Farley confirmed its second-gen EVs are “deep in development” almost a year ago. This includes Ford’s next-gen electric pickup, a follow-up to the F-150 Lightning. Farley…
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Volvo EX30 to become a best-seller as the first models reach EU buyers

January 9, 2024
Don’t underestimate the Volvo EX30’s small size. As the first EX30 models reach European buyers, Volvo sees it as a best-seller over the next few years. In June, Volvo unveiled its smallest and cheapest SUV, the EX30 (see our review). The Swedish automaker calls the electric SUV a “cornerstone” of its EV plans. Starting at $34,950 (36,000 euros), it will be one of the most affordable…
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VW slashes prices in Europe to compete with Tesla

January 9, 2024
Volkswagen said it wouldn’t get involved in a price war with Tesla. But now it too is dramatically slashing prices on its ID line of electric vehicles in Europe, following Tesla’s price cuts for the top-selling Model 3 and Model Y. As the new year brought tighter…
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L2 Crypto Token Stacks Leads With 29% Gain in Varied Week for Cryptocurrencies

January 9, 2024
This week witnessed a 5% uptick in bitcoin’s value, while ethereum experienced a 1.6% dip over the same period. Leading the charge among the top 100 cryptocurrencies, stacks (STX) soared 29.2%, with osmosis (OSMOS) closely trailing with a 17% increase against the U.S. dollar. Mixed Week for Crypto: Stacks Witnesses 29% Surge, Heavy Losses for Many Among the top 100 cryptocurrencies by market…
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Luetkemeyer's Exit Sets Up Potentially Crypto-Friendly Turn in House Banking Committee

January 9, 2024
Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer’s retirement at the end of 2024 opens the door for a new era in cryptocurrency regulation, with Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.) poised to lead the charge in the House Financial Services Committee. Shift in House Financial Services Committee Leadership Could Lead to More Progressive Crypto Legislation In a move that could impact the future of cryptocurrency regulation, U.S. Rep.
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