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CATL Drives China’s EV Battery Network Expansion With 1,000 New Stations

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CATL has already co-developed 10 electric vehicles that will be supported by its network. More than a decade ago, Elon Musk previewed innovative battery swap technology for electric vehicles that could serve as a compelling alternative to charging. The Chinese battery maker plans to build more than 1,000 swapping stations in 2025.

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BMW And Mercedes Finalize Joint Venture For Chinese EV Charging Network

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BMW and Mercedes-Benz have joined forces in China to create Beijing Ion Qi New Energy Technology Co. that will introduce an electric vehicle charging network across the country. Both BMW and Mercedes-Benz already operate their own charging networks in China. These charging stations are open to all EV models, not just BMWs.

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Major electric car charging network upgrading to faster technology

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The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV) has rolled out fresh technology at its site in Ballarat in the state’s west, unveiling new chargers. The post Major electric car charging network upgrading to faster technology appeared first on Drive.

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Elon Musk Says Tesla Will Spend $500 Million Expanding Supercharger Network This Year

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In the two weeks since the sackings were made, Musk has remained uncharacteristically silent on the issue, but on Friday, he took to X (formerly Twitter) to reiterate plans to continue to grow the Supercharger network. ” Musk failed to provide any additional details about Tesla’s expansion plans for the Supercharger network.

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Admiral to set up UK motor finance approved dealership network

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International financial services group Admiral is recruiting a network of UK dealers to boost its car finance business in the UK. It is looking for sales, underwriting, product, technology and operations staff. Our vision is to build the best Car Finance business in the UK.

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Verizon Creating Replica Of US Wireless Network In Germany For Audi’s Connected Car Tests

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Audi wants to be able to test connected technologies more accurately, and announced today that it will work with Verizon to create a special test track to achieve that aim. European, and Asian wireless networks at a single facility in Germany. It will also be helpful in testing autonomous technology.

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Network Focus: Driving change at Polestar

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Easing EV concerns Galvin believes technological advancement could help remove range anxiety. Technology found in EVs, namely the durability of batteries, has improved, he says. The technology in EVs has also come a long way. There are subscriptions you can buy to different providers.