Polestar reports huge Australia interest for Polestar 2, plans US factory for next model
Polestar reports huge interest for Polestar 2 electric fastback, with 3,000 test drives booked and possibly at least as many pre-orders.
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StoreDot develops self-repairing battery cell technology
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Mercedes-Benz to introduce three electric vans to Australia in 2022
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First fully electric Dodge due in 2024 as muscle car brand ends ICE models
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