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How bidirectional charging could make EVs key players in the energy grid

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The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) is not just transforming transportation but is poised to reshape energy management through vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology. V2G enables bidirectional energy transfer, allowing EVs to supply energy back to the grid, effectively turning them into mobile batteries.

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2028 Alpine A310 Electric 2+2 GT Makes Spy Photo Debut, Features All-New Platform

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Alpine's next-generation electric vehicle lineup will include a zero-emission revival of the A310. The carparazzi have recently spotted a chassis testing mule of the 2+2 tourer, which is expected to launch sometime in 2028. The A310 test mule is obviously equipped with body panels from the Ligier JS2 R grand touring racecar.

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PHEVs shine but for how much longer?

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Last year was a challenging time for the electric car market, but plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are experiencing significant growth, according to a new report. However, the future of this segment still points to all-electric. However, while battery electric vehicles have struggled, PHEVs have thrived.

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Rivian to Receive $6.6B Conditional Loan from US DOE

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American all-electric automaker Rivian Automotive has received a conditional commitment from the U.S. billion (including $6 billion of principal and approximately $600 million of capitalized interest) to accelerate its growth and leadership of electric vehicle design, development and manufacturing in the United States.

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The ‘horror story’ of the used vehicle market

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So with that top of mind as well, we’re seeing those numbers decline up to 2027; 2028 we see it pick up, he said. By 2030, the ratio of used electric vehicles (EVs) is expected to reach 19 per cent, up from 2 per cent currently. We’re hoping that it continues on that trajectory, dependent on affordability of new cars.”

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Chrysler Just Shelved Its Electric SUV Project, So What The Heck Is It Going To Sell?

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The legendary Mopar brand was optimistic about its future in recent years, announcing a move to all-electric luxury vehicles by 2028. The Chrysler brand is in dire straits right now as its product lineup has dwindled to a single product, the venerable, but long-in-the-tooth, Pacifica van. Now, with that deadline just Read more.

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Global EV Sales Expected to Triple in 2024

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By 2028, the market is expected to hit over 17 million sold units, or 40% more than this year. Revenue in the electric vehicle market will also skyrocket in this period. This figure is expected to grow by an average of 10% per year and climb to more than $900 billion by 2028. By 2028, total sales will jump to over 4.8