Mercedes EQS refresh, roadside EV chargers, full-size pickup truck sales: Automotive news today
Light pole charging will soon be rolled out in many other US cities. Declining sales of full-size pickup trucks could soon affect electric vehicle plans. And is a grille that looks more like that of the combustion version just what Mercedes needs to drive more EQS sales? This and more, at Green Car Reports.
Big one Mercedes-Benz EQS 2025 The hatchback is getting an extensive refresh for the new model year, including more battery capacity and driving range, an improved braking system and a limousine-like rear seating package. The radiator grille, which tries to imitate that of the gasoline-powered S-Class, is also part of the innovation.
A significant number of US curbside EV chargers appear to be coming into use soon. Voltpost has announced its implementation plans lamppost-based EV chargers in major US metropolitan areas including New York, Chicago and Detroit. These Level 2 AC chargers will feature a 20-foot retractable cable and a support app, and the installation cost is a fraction of the cost of installing and installing a separate charger.
Ford, GM and Stellantis have relied on sales of expensive vehicles large pickup trucks to effectively fund the push of electric vehicles. But now, will the decline in sales due to high interest rates impact future EV product deployment?
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