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"Whether American politicians support it or not, American companies are going to keep building great EVs," Deputy Editor Macklin Hogan writes. "EVs are 22% of the auto market in California, electrified vehicles are?half the market in China?and Europe is pushing ahead. There’s nothing the federal government can do to stop it. The only thing left to decide is whether America wants to lead it, or be left behind." https://lnkd.in/eHCjvb3j

“The more [the policies] are understood and appreciated by the members of Congress whose districts are benefiting, the more durable they will be,” said Aaron Viles, director of campaigns at Electrification Coalition. “This isn't just about helping people buy EVs. This is about making sure that America is actually manufacturing those EVs that people are buying.” We look at what a big shift in the White House's priorities next year may mean for the EV transition, and why it may not be as easy to stop as some say. With perspectives from Atlas Public Policy, BloombergNEF, Plug In America and more: https://lnkd.in/ekMGD9Th

“Its powertrain is quieter than the smoothest BMW inline-six. It rides beautifully because it isn't trying to be a sports car or a truck. And the technology I've derided as a built-to-last enthusiast turns out to be quite charming in my day to day life.” Deputy Editor Macklin Hogan sounds off on why he loves his Chevrolet Blazer EV so far: https://lnkd.in/eARSU479

China is way ahead of Japan (and most of the world) when it comes to EVs, and it doesn't look like it will catch up anytime soon. A BYD Atto 3 teardown in Japan revealed one of the ways?BYD?manages to keep costs down and pass the savings down to the person who buys the car. It’s all about producing as many of the components as possible in-house and integrating them. https://lnkd.in/eEk7fJnc

We’re entering a new chapter of electrification, with new, ground-breaking technology already hitting the market. Most people just haven't seen it yet.?Companies like Factorial Energy, QuantumScape, Group14 Technologies and more could soon redefine how battery-powered transportation will work. https://lnkd.in/eKFM5nv2

InsideEVs looks different today. That's because the next phase of our evolution has arrived, it comes with a new podcast, newsletter and more videos soon too. Editor-in-Chief Patrick George explains what's going on and what's next.

Ford Motor Company will send out replacement units to affected owners soon, because the current units could cause slower charging speeds or port damage. "As such, Ford does not recommend using the adapter initially supplied to you with any vehicle from this time on, and we will be sending you a?replacement," Ford said in the bulletin. "It is imperative that we receive all adapters affected to reduce the risk of potential vehicle?damage." The automaker added that it will provide replacement adapters to all owners free of charge.?

Can "gamification" make driving more engaging? Honda?thinks so. As it gets ready for a new electric era, it's taking some of those ideas and porting them to its vehicles. Those include iconic engine sounds, VR "passengers", a leaderboard to show off your driving skills and more. Kevin Williams reports from Japan:

The car you see here isn't a Honda Accord. (Maybe at one point, it was.) But underneath that familiar skin is the prototype for Honda's 0 Series EVs: a next-generation architecture of high-tech electric models, all made in-house. And it previews a feature-loaded Honda flagship that could include LIDAR, an air suspension and more cutting-edge gear. Kevin Williams reports from Japan:

The Hyundai Motor America Ioniq 5 is suiting up for Waymo robotaxi duty. Here's what we know. https://lnkd.in/eAMhhC6k