BRIEFLY: Jaguar, Kia EV2, BYD & more
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Jaguar's design chief, Jerry McGovern, has been unexpectedly ousted, raising questions about the brand's future direction. Kia is set to unveil its EV2 at the Brussels Motor Show, while BYD expands battery warranties in Norway to reassure potential EV buyers. The European Commission is considering rules to phase out petrol and diesel vehicles from corporate fleets by 2030. Ford is advocating for regulatory changes to simplify bidirectional EV use in the U.S., amidst challenges in their EV sales. The UK is adding new models to its EV grant program, and Australia is urged to accelerate vehicle-to-grid initiatives.
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JAGUAR DESIGN CHIEF OUSTED AMID EV STRATEGY SHAKE-UP https://evne.ws/4iD55LI
KIA EV2 TARGETS EUROPE’S BUDGET EV BUYERS https://evne.ws/4iHFVvw
BYD EXTENDS EV BATTERY WARRANTY IN NORWAY https://evne.ws/4oJAHkk
EU EYES EV QUOTAS FOR CORPORATE CAR FLEETS BY 2030 https://evne.ws/4rvQ95X
FASTNED TO BUILD FRANCE’S FIRST EV-ONLY MOTORWAY SERVICE AREA https://evne.ws/48tarnX
FORD PRESSES U.S. TO EASE RULES ON BI-DIRECTIONAL EVS https://evne.ws/4p6Zn6L
FORD EV SALES SLIDE AFTER FEDERAL TAX CREDIT ENDS https://evne.ws/4phraBT
UK EXPANDS TOP-RATE EV GRANT AS MORE MODELS QUALIFY https://evne.ws/4atN28w
AUSTRALIA URGED TO SPEED UP VEHICLE‑TO‑GRID EV ROLLOUT https://evne.ws/4owrOdC
YASA REVEALS HIGH-POWER IN-WHEEL EV MOTOR https://evne.ws/48DID0n
Jaguar Type 00
"...his name was above the door around Jaguar's flagship all-electric Grand Tourer, the Type 00 concept."
The Jaguar Type 00 is a concept car that Jaguar is designing as part of their move to electric vehicles. It's meant to show what their future cars might look like and how they will perform.
The Jaguar Type 00 is an all-electric Grand Tourer concept car that showcases Jaguar's vision for future electric vehicles. It represents a shift in the automotive industry towards electric mobility and innovative design.
Kia EV2
"Kia's EV2 will arrive at the Brussels Motor Show in Belgium January the 9th."
The Kia EV2 is a new electric car that Kia plans to showcase at a car show in Belgium.
The Kia EV2 is an upcoming electric vehicle that is part of Kia's expanding lineup of electric models, following the EV3.
Kia EV3
"So a step down from the EV3."
The Kia EV3 is a more advanced electric car from Kia, which has a bigger battery than the EV2.
The Kia EV3 is an electric vehicle that serves as a more advanced model compared to the EV2, featuring a larger battery pack.
battery pack
"The little Hyundai Insta has a 49 kilowatt pack."
A battery pack is a group of batteries that provide power to an electric car, helping it run and determine how far it can drive.
A battery pack in electric vehicles is a collection of batteries that store energy to power the vehicle's electric motor, influencing range and performance.
kilowatt hours
"But the big EV3 pack is 81 kilowatt hours."
Kilowatt hours is a way to measure how much electricity a battery can store, which helps determine how far an electric car can go on a single charge.
Kilowatt hours (kWh) is a unit of energy that measures the amount of electricity used over time, commonly used to describe the capacity of electric vehicle batteries.
battery warranty
"BYD is expanding their battery warranties. It's now 250,000 kilometers or eight years in Norway."
A battery warranty is a promise from the manufacturer to fix or replace the battery if it has problems within a certain time or distance. It's especially important for electric cars because their batteries are very expensive.
A battery warranty covers the cost of repairs or replacements for a vehicle's battery within a specified period or mileage. This is particularly important for electric vehicles, where the battery is a significant component.
BYD
"BYD is expanding their battery warranties. It's now 250,000 kilometers or eight years in Norway."
BYD is a car company from China that makes electric cars and batteries. They are increasing the warranty on their batteries to make customers feel more secure about buying their electric vehicles.
BYD is a Chinese automotive manufacturer known for its electric vehicles and batteries. They are expanding their battery warranty to enhance consumer confidence in their EVs.
electric vehicles
"...any lingering fears. From those that haven't gone EV yet with the reliability of electric vehicles."
Electric vehicles are cars that run on electricity instead of gasoline or diesel. They are often better for the environment and can save money on fuel.
Electric vehicles (EVs) are cars that are powered entirely or partially by electricity instead of traditional fuels like petrol or diesel. They are known for being more environmentally friendly and often have lower operating costs.
petrol and diesel
"The European Commission is weighing some rules that would push petrol and diesel out of Europe's corporate fleets."
Petrol and diesel are types of fuel used in many cars. The European Commission is thinking about making rules to reduce their use and promote electric cars instead.
Petrol and diesel are types of fossil fuels used in internal combustion engines. The European Commission is considering regulations to phase them out in favor of more sustainable alternatives like electric vehicles.
corporate fleets
"Now some car makers do big business, half their business from fleets."
Corporate fleets are groups of cars that companies own and use for their employees. These fleets can affect how many cars are sold and the rules about pollution.
Corporate fleets refer to a group of vehicles owned or leased by a business for its operations. These fleets often include cars used by employees for work purposes and can significantly impact vehicle sales and emissions regulations.
bidirectional EVs
"Ford is pressing the United States to ease the rules on bidirectional EVs. At the moment lots of EVs are leaving the factory as bidirectional capable."
Bidirectional EVs are electric cars that can send electricity back to your home or the power grid, not just take power from them. This means they can help power your house or provide energy to the grid when needed.
Bidirectional EVs are electric vehicles that can both draw power from the grid and send power back to it, allowing for energy sharing between the vehicle and the home or grid.
interconnection review
"Some states then trigger an interconnection review because you're providing power to your home or the grid with electricity."
An interconnection review is a check that happens when new energy sources, like electric cars or solar panels, want to connect to the power grid. It makes sure everything is safe and works well together.
An interconnection review is a regulatory process that evaluates how new energy sources, like bidirectional EVs or solar installations, connect to the existing power grid to ensure safety and reliability.
kilowatts
"Ford say we need to rewrite the rules to make sure that we're a bit more sensible about taking a few kilowatts from the car."
Kilowatts are a way to measure how much electricity is being used or produced. In electric cars, it tells you how much power the car can give back to your home or take from the grid.
Kilowatts (kW) are a unit of power measurement used to quantify the rate of energy transfer. In the context of EVs, it indicates how much electrical power the vehicle can provide or consume.
Ford Etransit
"Ford's American EV business though hit a real bump in November after the federal tax credit went e-transit down 82%. F-150 lightning down 72% and that lightning is still paused."
The Ford E-Transit is a big van that runs on electricity instead of gasoline. It's made for businesses that need to transport goods or services and is important because it helps reduce pollution. The discussion about its sales drop shows that it can be tough for electric vehicles to sell well, especially when there are changes in government support.
The Ford E-Transit is an all-electric version of Ford's popular Transit van, designed for commercial use. It represents Ford's commitment to electrifying its vehicle lineup and is significant as it aims to meet the growing demand for sustainable transportation solutions in the commercial sector. The mention of its sales drop highlights the challenges faced by electric vehicles in the current market, particularly regarding federal incentives.
Ford F150 Lightning
"F-150 Lightning down 72% and that lightning is still paused."
The F-150 Lightning is an electric version of Ford's famous F-150 truck, which is known for being strong and capable but now runs on electricity instead of gas.
The Ford F-150 Lightning is an all-electric version of Ford's popular F-150 pickup truck, designed to offer the same utility and performance with zero emissions.
Nissan Leaf
"...already had. So joining the Ford Puma, the Nissan Leaf, the Ford Itano Curia and the Citroen EC5 Aircros..."
Ford Puma
"...p of the four we already had. So joining the Ford Puma, the Nissan Leaf, the Ford Itano Curia and the Ci..."
Renault 5
"...ircross we now get the Renault 4, the big battery Renault 5, the Mini Countryman and the Alpine A290 all with..."
Renault 4
"...Curia and the Citroen EC5 Aircross we now get the Renault 4, the big battery Renault 5, the Mini Countryman a..."
Mini Countryman
"...the big battery Renault 5, the Mini Countryman..."
The Mini Countryman is a small SUV that looks like a Mini car but is bigger and can fit more people and stuff.
The Mini Countryman is a compact crossover SUV that blends the iconic Mini styling with more space and practicality for families.
Alpine A290
"and the Alpine A290 all with almost 4,000 pounds off."
The Alpine A290 is a car made by Alpine, a company that makes sporty and lightweight vehicles. This model is part of their move towards electric cars.
The Alpine A290 is a model from the French manufacturer Alpine, known for its lightweight sports cars and performance-oriented vehicles. It represents the brand's focus on electric mobility and innovative design.
vehicle to grid
"Australia is being urged to speed up vehicle to grid roll out."
Vehicle to grid is a technology that lets electric cars send power back to the electricity grid. This helps keep the power supply steady and can save money for car owners.
Vehicle to grid (V2G) technology allows electric vehicles to send electricity back to the power grid, helping to balance supply and demand. This can enhance grid stability and provide financial benefits to EV owners.
vehicle to home
"but vehicle to grid and vehicle to home is not happening quick enough to hold up the grid."
Vehicle to home is a system that lets electric cars provide power to your house. This can help during power outages or lower your electricity bills.
Vehicle to home (V2H) technology allows electric vehicles to supply power directly to a home, enabling homeowners to use their car's battery as a backup power source or to reduce electricity costs.
Mercedes-Benz
"owned by Mercedes-Benz showing off their new in-wheel motors."
Mercedes-Benz is a famous car brand from Germany that makes luxury cars and is known for its advanced technology.
Mercedes-Benz is a German luxury automotive brand known for its high-quality vehicles and innovative technology.
in-wheel motors
"owned by Mercedes-Benz showing off their new in-wheel motors."
In-wheel motors are special electric motors that are built right into the wheels of a car, making them more efficient and powerful.
In-wheel motors are electric motors located within the wheel hub, allowing for direct drive to the wheels, improving efficiency and performance.
horsepower
"It's a thousand horsepower a corner"
Horsepower is a way to measure how powerful an engine is; more horsepower means the car can go faster or perform better.
Horsepower is a unit of measurement for power, commonly used to describe the power output of engines and motors.
kilograms
"but the motor weighs only 12.7 kilograms."
Kilograms are a way to measure weight; in cars, it helps to know how heavy parts are, like motors.
Kilograms are a unit of mass in the metric system, commonly used to measure weight, especially in automotive specifications.
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