Rivian Gears Up for R2 Manufacturing, Kia Sets EV3 Launch, Eli Zero Update: Latest in Auto News
Kia has greenlit the production of the EV3. Rivian is upgrading its Illinois facility to start making the R2 model. Electric vehicles are significantly impacting fuel consumption. Plus, what’s the smallest acceptable size for an electric vehicle? All this and more on Green Car Reports.
Rivian is adjusting the output capabilities of its facility in Normal, Illinois, aiming to produce as many as 155,000 units of its less expensive R2 SUVs each year. This figure surpasses the total number of electric vehicles the company has distributed since it began delivering its R1 series to consumers roughly two and a half years ago.
Kia has announced that its small EV3 electric SUV will go into production and is set to launch next year. The company has not yet disclosed if this model will be available in the U.S., but more information may be revealed following its debut on May 23. In a series of tightly framed teaser images, Kia has demonstrated that the production version of the EV3 retains much of the striking design characteristics and the distinctive Star Map lighting motif seen in the concept.
A recent Reuters article cited Wood Mackenzie, a consultancy firm, stating that the increase in electric vehicle (EV) sales in the U.S. and China is projected to noticeably reduce gasoline consumption in 2024. This expected decline is attributed more to the aggregate impact of all currently operational EVs rather than a rapid increase in new EV sales.
If a maximum speed of 25 mph suits your needs, the compact $11,990 Eli Zero EV could be perfect for city deliveries. The small two-seater hatchback, destined for the U.S. market, can travel up to 90 miles on a single charge, making range anxiety less likely due to its limited speed.
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Rivian’s initial and sole manufacturing facility is set to be reconfigured to support a maximum annual output of 215,000 vehicles as the company concentrates on improving its cash flow.
Despite expectations of only slight increases in electric vehicle (EV) sales this year, the growing total of EVs in operation is believed to be sufficient to influence gasoline consumption, though this does not necessarily imply a decrease in gas prices in the future.
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