AD #3852 - EV Chargers Will Outnumber Gas Stations Soon; Tesla Could Drop 4680 Battery Cells; Hybrids Drive EU Sales Growth
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The US EV fast charging network is rapidly expanding, with projections that chargers will outnumber gas stations within eight years. Tesla may abandon its 4680 battery cell project due to production challenges. European car sales grew 3.6% in June, driven by hybrids, while EV sales plateaued. Volvo reported strong profits with BEVs making up 26% of sales. Volkswagen launched a new EV sub-brand in China, and BMW is testing innovative dual-rotor electric motors with startup Deep Drive. BYD plans to standardize advanced driver assistance systems on affordable cars within three years.
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