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Ubisoft and developer Red Storm Entertainment have given us a closer look at The Division Heartland by releasing a cinematic trailer for the upcoming game at the publisher’s Division Day event. The trailer introduces Silver Creek, the rural town that will serve as the backdrop for the free-to-play title, along with a new villain named Killian Tower who had disavowed the Division and killed his whole team. Players will assume control of an agent who tracks down Tower to rural America in a bid to find out why their former commander went rogue.
The companies have yet to announce a launch date for the survival-action shooter, but fans can register at the game’s official website for a chance to participate (and get five friend invites) for an upcoming closed beta. When the game does come out, it’s expected to be available on consoles, PC and the cloud.
Ubisoft has also revealed its roadmap for The Division 2 Year 5, which will start with the launch of Season One: Broken Wings wherein players have to rescue civilians taken hostage. Broken Wings will introduce a new free rogue-lite mode called Descent. Up to four people can play the mode together, though they’ll have to start out without gear or any specialization available on the main game. While Season One of the online game isn’t available yet, players can check out Descent mode on its Public Test Server starting today.
Finally, Ubisoft has announced that the next test phase for The Division Resurgence mobile game will take place this summer. Fans can sign up for the chance to participate right now, and those who do will get access to a special Joint Task Force cosmetic outfit when Resurgence launches.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-division-heartland-cinematic-trailer-introduces-silver-creek-and-a-new-villain-053911422.html?src=rss
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The narrow list of EVs that qualify for federal tax credits has already grown again. Ars Technicanotes the US government has restored multiple electric rides to the list of vehicles that get at least some credit. The 2023 VW ID.4 (the first US-made model) receives the full $7,500 incentive, as do the upcoming Chevy Blazer EV, Equinox EV and Silverado EV. Rivian R1T and R1S buyers can also get a $3,750 credit provided their configuration slips under the $80,000 cap.
When the Internal Revenue Service outlined the original list, just six EVs could get the full tax credit. This included the Cadillac Lyriq, Chevy Bolt, Chevy Bolt EUV, Ford F-150 Lightning, Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y. Other EVs and plug-in hybrids only received partial credits, such as the Chrysler Pacifica PHEV and Ford Mustang Mach-E.
The Treasury Department outlined stricter requirements for EV tax credits in March. To be eligible for $3,750, a car’s battery components must be 50 percent made or assembled in North America. At least 40 percent of key minerals must come from the US or its free trade partners to earn another $3,750. Batteries must be completely made in North America by 2029 for vehicles to still qualify.
As VW is keen to point out, this makes the ID.4 a better deal. The entry-level Standard trim costs $31,495 after accounting for the tax credit. If you can live with the 209-mile range, it may seem like a bargain compared to even the price-cut Model 3. You’ll more likely want to spring for the ID.4 Pro with 275 miles of range, but that’s still more attainable with a $36,495 sticker after the incentive.
This may also help put Chevy’s wave of upcoming EVs within reach. The Equinox in particular is expected to start around $30,000 — a full credit would price it below many conventional SUVs, let alone electrified versions. As with VW, the discount could spur sales and help the US meet the climate goals that helped prompt the Inflation Reduction Act.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/vw-and-rivian-once-again-qualify-for-federal-ev-tax-credits-170656685.html?src=rss
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Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire division has revealed pricing and availability for its second electric motorcycle, the S2 Del Mar. Deliveries should start in the US in July and you can reserve one now for $100. The EV will have three colorways and cost $15,499, which is $499 more than the previous target price. However, the S2 Del Mar remains LiveWire’s most affordable model — the LiveWire One starts at $22,799.
LiveWire will announce the final specifications in June, though it has offered a taste of what to expect. The brand says the Del Mar, which weighs 431 pounds, will have a 110-mile city range on a single charge. Plugging in a Level 2 charger should take the battery from a 20 percent charge level to 80 percent in 75 minutes, LiveWire claims (there’s no fast charging capability, unfortunately). It’s expected that the Del Mar’s powertrain will deliver 184 pound-feet of torque and be capable of accelerating from zero to 60MPH in 3.1 seconds.
Along with US pricing and availability, LiveWire revealed the initial S2 Del Mar details for Europe. Reservations for the S2 Del Mar European Launch Edition open on April 27th and require a €100 down payment, but only 100 of the EVs will be available at the outset. Those who snag a S2 Del Mar Launch Edition will get an exclusive, hand-painted finish and wheel design.
European deliveries of the Launch Edition are slated for September. It costs €20,190 in France, €19,990 in Germany, €20,390 in the Netherlands and £18,990 in the UK. Details of the European production model will be revealed later.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/harley-davidsons-livewire-s2-del-mar-electric-motorcycle-costs-14999-174545955.html?src=rss
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