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Along with new, higher range ratings for models with Dual Motor models, Rivian revealed that the smaller, mass-market R2 lineup will be simplified and easier to build.
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Rivian R1T, Mini Cooper SE, Kia EV6 top EV ownership study
Infotainment remains a sore spot for electric cars, but electric trucks even get the nod for towing—a notorious weak spot.
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Nissan accelerates EV plan for Europe and Japan, but not US
Nissan now sees more EVs and electrified sales for Europe, but it's sticking to previous U.S. projections.
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Review: Mazda MX-30 EV masquerades as an exotic, misses what matters
The MX-30 is an affordable electric vehicle, presented in a way that second-guesses its own priorities.
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Ioniq 6 pricing, safest EVs, Rivian sounds, Porsche shuns one-pedal driving: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker (not Tesla) re-upped its plans to bring a steering yoke to the U.S.? And another solar car was canceled. Which one? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending February 24, 2023. The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan...
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Sono Sion solar car project goes dark, though firm seeks to sell it
The company is shifting to a "capital light" model and aiming to pitch its fleet-oriented solar retrofits instead.
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Lordstown also appears to explain that it’s not just that particular recall but multiple issues behind the production stop.
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2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 priced: 361-mile version starts at $46,615
Not counting the EV tax credit or dealer markups, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 has a price that's very competitive with the Tesla Model 3—while beating it for range in Long Range versions.
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Rivian looked to nature for the sounds in its R1T and R1S
The EV maker has sound engineers record birds in Yellowstone National Park; it then isolated one part, sped it up, and increased the pitch.
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One-pedal driving in EVs isn't efficient, says Porsche
Porsche argues that one-pedal driving involves energy losses both when decelerating and accelerating, so it's better to coast.
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Plug-in hybrids emit many times the claimed CO2, test suggests
Even with a full charge, PHEVs may emit far more CO2 than manufacturers claim, according to testing from a European environmental group.
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Kia Niro EV review, Tesla FSD recall, Ford LFP batteries, Ram 1500 REV: The Week in Reverse
Which brand revealed a fully electric convertible available this year? Which state opted to join California’s EV mandate this week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending February 17, 2023. In a review of the 2023 Kia Niro...
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The Niro EV has the right building blocks, but Kia miscalculates on value for money, the importance of AWD, and fitting into the lineup below the EV6.
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Tesla recall: Full Self-Driving Beta poses “an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety”
The recall affects 362,758 vehicles with Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD Beta) upgrade, currently a $15,000 option.
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Petition seeks pedestrian sounds on 9M older EVs, hybrids
EVs and hybrids built before pedestrian noisemakers were required, in 2021, have a safety defect based on their risk to pedestrians, a petition argues.
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Biden EV charging network rules outlined, even Tesla must comply
The final requirements establish additional ground rules for any hardware companies and networks seeking funding as part of the $7.5B federal EV charging network.
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Mini Cooper SE Convertible is a production reality—for Europe
Mini plans to make just 999 Cooper SE Convertibles for Europe. Is America a possibility?
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What are LFP batteries and why will some Ford EVs soon have them?
In Mustang Mach-E models later this year and some F-150 Lightning versions next year, Ford will shift to prismatic LFP cells that may be a better fit for customers' daily use.
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The project with China's CATL may create roughly 2,500 jobs and draw at least a $2.5 billion investment
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Ram 1500 REV electric truck photos show it's no design revolution
Ram revealed its upcoming electric truck, and it's unexpectedly traditional.
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Honda Accord Hybrid review, Hyundai EV subscription, $2,000 EV conversion credit: The Week in Reverse
Which upcoming solar EV was crash-tested? Which EV maker is now offering a $7,500 “EV credit?” This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending February 11, 2023. In a first drive of the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid, we found that...
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Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid PHEV is at the end of its extension cord
The all-wheel-drive 17-mile plug-in hybrid doesn't make sense anymore, with the Solterra EV here and tougher California rules targeting far higher PHEV range.
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2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid maximizes 3rd row, hits 34 mpg
The Grand Highlander offers a similar look and packaging to the Highlander, and the same eight-passenger capacity, but with a little extra in back.
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Google says it’s finally ready to give EV drivers the fastest route
For vehicles with Google built-in, in which Google has access to the EV’s state of charge and range estimate, it will suggest the best charging stop.
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