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GM has hiked the price of the Equinox EV but dropped the smaller pack—perhaps to create more differentiation with the upcoming Bolt EV. At least one version now rates at 319 miles.
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2020-2022 Chevy Bolt EV owners: $1,400 instead of a new battery?
As part of a settlement and final software remedy for Chevrolet Bolt EV battery issues, GM is offering to reduce owners' battery capacity for $1,400—and they still might get a battery pack replacement.
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Two-wheel EV concept seats five, harnesses regenerative damping
An electric vehicle concept still at the idea stage, from the creator of the Hoverboard, challenges the idea that a car needs four wheels, or even three.
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Toyota Land Cruiser EV, Mazda rotary-hybrid sports car, Infiniti electric sedan: The Week in Reverse
Which two automakers aborted plans to create millions of EVs together? Which charging network became the first one to buy charging hardware from Tesla? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 27, 2023. This past week, the...
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GM and Honda abort plans to make millions of EVs together
GM is planning a lower-cost approach to revamping its Bolt EV, while Honda's own platform is arriving early.
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Infiniti Vision Qe concept debuts a new face for the EV era
The Vision Qe heralds Infiniti's first electric car, set to be built in the U.S. starting in 2025.
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Shorter than the 2024 Toyota Tacoma hybrid, with a modest range up to 140 miles or more: Is it the affordable, basic compact electric truck Millennials want?
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Lexus PHEV review, GM EV delay, EV6 price cut, Toyota and Nissan concepts: The Week In Reverse
Which automakers this week announced a shift to the Tesla-based NACS charge port? Which long-running EV nameplate reclaimed eligibility for the EV tax credit? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 20, 2023. The 2024...
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Toyota and Lexus confirm Tesla-based EV charge port starting in 2025
The move could prove especially important for Lexus, which plans to aim for higher EV road-trip range numbers.
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Grounded G2: 250-mile electric RV builds on GM Ultium EV tech
Grounded promises up to 250 miles of range from the G2, courtesy of the same 165-kwh battery pack used in the Zevo 600 donor.
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GM delays electric trucks a year, with no Chevy Bolt EV extension
Volume production of the Chevy Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV are getting pushed back a whole year, GM has confirmed.
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Rivian EVs’ software update makes towing an all-terrain experience
Owners can save up to three trailer profiles, part of Rivian's efforts to make driving range more predictable while towing.
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The FT-Se is a wide, low electric sports car while the FT-3e is a crossover.
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Review: 2024 Lexus TX 550h+ plug-in hybrid is the lone star of TX
The TX 500h hybrid in the middle of the 2024 Lexus TX SUV lineup isn’t the “just right” choice—but the plug-in sure is.
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Toyota Corolla Hybrid review, Rivian Max pack details, Kia EV9 range, Aptera update: The Week in Reverse
Which company revealed several upcoming affordable EVs? For EV shoppers, why is leasing a more popular vs. buying than it was last year? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 13, 2023. Kia has provided full pricing...
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2024 Kia EV9 range: 3-row EV tops 300 miles on less than 100 kwh
Range ratings for the 2024 Kia EV9 top 300 miles with the 99.8-kwh long-range pack and hit 230 miles in a base EV9 Light model with just 76.1 kwh.
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Kia details EV5 and previews affordable EVs, none yet US-bound
All three of the vehicles Kia highlighted as part of an EV Day outside Seoul are to be priced at $35,000-$50,000, but so far Kia isn't confirming any of them for the U.S. market.
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EV leasing has surged: Is it subsidized by Biden’s leasing loophole?
A higher portion of new EVs are being leased in 2023 vs. 2022—partly because the federal government is subsidizing leases of foreign-built and luxury models.
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That's for the top GT-Line model, while the base EV9 Light starts at $56,395 and the 300-mile Light Long Range starts at $60,695.
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EV tax credit becomes instant dealership rebate in 2024: Here's how
Under current rules, buyers can't claim the credit of up to $7,500 for new vehicles and $4,000 for used vehicles until they file their taxes. That's about to change.
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Rivian Max pack efficiency gains enable 400-mile, 3-row R1S
A 400-mile R1S electric truck retains its full third row, thanks to new cell tech with higher energy density—and resulting gains in energy efficiency and packaging efficiency.
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Volvo EX30 price, Toyota EV batteries, 2024 F-150 Lightning and GV60 details: The Week in Reverse
Which EV brands announced they’ll adopt Tesla’s NACS port this week? Which charging network opened a fast-charging station at the Grand Canyon? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 6, 2023. Volvo confirmed...
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Tesla cuts Model 3, Y price again: Is an EV price war here yet?
The Tesla Model Y and Model 3 now cost well below $40,000 in their base versions if you can claim the EV tax credit. Most other EV makers haven't followed with official price cuts quite yet.
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Hyundai EVs get Tesla NACS charge port starting late 2024
Its EVs will also have access to Tesla Superchargers, and an adapter for CCS-equipped Hyundai EVs is coming in 2025.
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