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If you have trouble reading this message, view it in a browser. 2024 Ford Capri Electrifies a European Legend      A few years following the debut of the Mustang Mach-E, it is now the turn of yet another classic Ford nameplate, this time a popular coupe from the automaker's European division.    Ford took the wraps off the Capri this week, revealing a sporty electric SUV positioned just below the Mustang Mach-E in size.     The new EV promises nothing short of 390 miles in the WLTP cycle, while Volkswagen ID.4 owners might find some of its other specs very familiar.    But is it something that could make sense in the US? READ THE FULL STORY The Audi Q8 e-tron Might Be on Its Deathbed      The Audi Q8 e-tron has been with us for some time now, debuting over five years ago badged as simply the Audi e-tron.       But following a deep refresh last year that gave it, among other things, a larger battery, the automaker has signaled that it could exit the stage earlier than planned. And the Belgium factory that produces it could be shut down as well.    What's to blame for this sudden turn of events?    Here's what Audi said this week about the situation. READ THE FULL STORY Here's What Mercedes-Benz Wants from EV Batteries      As the EV range wars heat up, automakers have been less willing to leave the battery research to suppliers, while also backing a number of promising startups. But some technologies and research are important enough to develop in-house, even if that means spending more money.     Mercedes-Benz has just opened a new battery research center, dubbed eCampus, aiming to develop and test its own battery compositions. It's a serious step, and it underlines just how important EVs have become to the automaker.    But what kinds of gains is Mercedes expecting in the coming years when it comes to battery tech? READ THE FULL STORY Are You Ready to Convert Your Classic Rolls-Royce to an EV? READ MORE This Segment of EV Charging Finally Sees Growth toward Zero Emissions READ MORE Mini John Cooper Works E PROtotype Set for Goodwood Hill Climb READ MORE NASCAR Reveals EV Prototype In Chicago READ MORE Prime Day Tool Deals 2024: Best Amazon Tool Sales READ MORE Polestar Concept BST Revealed at Goodwood Festival of Speed READ MORE Spread the word: If you know someone interested in staying on top of the rapidly growing EV segment, feel free to pass this newsletter along. SIGN UP Follow Us Unsubscribe | Privacy Notice | CA Notice at Collection Autoweek is a publication of Hearst Autos. ©2024 Hearst Autos, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This email was sent by Hearst Autos, 300 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019-3779 https://link.autoweek.com/oc/60751dea6d1a7f51693f313dlgfno.1fgt/3bdc7675

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