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The New York Times 10:00 am on May 5, 2022
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Hurdle to Broad Adoption of E.V.s: The Misperception They’re Unsafe

Fully electric vehicles have fewer fires than gasoline-powered and hybrid cars, and their crash protection is at least equivalent.

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The New York Times 10:00 am on September 23, 2021
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Why Electric Cars Could Make American Roads Resemble Cuba

As the nation shifts to electric vehicles, picture well-kept but long discontinued gas-powered pickups, especially in areas where charging stations may be sparse.

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The New York Times 4:26 am on April 23, 2021
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Three Electric S.U.V.s With Tesla in Their Sights

Test-driving Volkswagen’s ID.4, Ford’s Mustang Mach-E and Volvo’s XC40 Recharge: The green turf where Tesla has dominated for so long is poised to grow crowded.

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The New York Times 10:11 am on March 2, 2021
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Volvo Plans to Sell Only Electric Cars by 2030

It plans to convert its entire lineup to battery power by 2030, phasing out internal combustion engine vehicles faster than other automakers.

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The New York Times 10:00 am on October 22, 2020
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An Electric Car With Swedish Roots, and a Rebellious Streak

The Polestar 2 inherits some classic Scandinavian design elements from its Volvo lineage, but aims to be a little more free spirited.

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The New York Times 6:19 pm on June 14, 2020
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Fears for Volvo Expose Sour Turn in Sweden’s Ties With China

When a Chinese manufacturer swept in to save the Swedish car marque, it was warmly welcomed. A decade later, plans for a fuller merger are being debated in a frostier atmosphere.

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