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Why People Prefer Hybrids Over Expensive EVs with Limited Charging Improvements
EVs still cost too much. As of September 2023, the average cost of an EV was still over $53,000. Automakers keep rolling out more and more expensive models. A bad charging infrastructure that isn’t being expanded fast enough isn’t helping matters. Things are so bad that as, Bloomberg reports, many buyers are choosing…
UK’s Private EV Sales Plummeting, Says Giga Gears
Sales of new electric vehicles fell sharply in September compared to the same period last year in the United Kingdom, according to the BBC. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders reportedly said sales to private buyers fell by 14 percent since last year. However, because of fleet sales, overall registrations…
Zeekr X: Introducing Its Unique Fursonas | Giga Gears
To stop electric cars from sneaking up on unsuspecting or visually impaired pedestrians, lawmakers demand that they pipe synthetic noises into the outside world. Now, a video shared by British outlet Auto Express shows the novel approach Zeekr has taken to these requirements, offering up music and even animal noises…
Truck Stops Eyeing EV Roadtrip Profits | Giga Gears
For the most part, as long as you have regular access to charging, even just a basic cable plugged into a wall outlet, you can daily an electric vehicle around town without running into many problems. Sure, you can find an old Nissan Leaf with only 50 miles of range left to cover your weekend errands, but even a…
UK’s EV Backpedaling Angers More Automakers | Giga Gears
BMW announced this month a 600 million pound investment in its Mini plant in Oxford. The goal was to update the factory in preparation for a global electric future, changing the lines over to accommodate two new electric models, the Mini Cooper 3-door EV and the new Mini Aceman electric SUV. Likewise Ford, Stellantis,…