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A recent analysis of data suggests that original owners of Toyota (and Lexus) hybrids are keeping them longer.
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The Hummer EV isn't the first electric truck in GMC history
More than 100 years ago electric trucks represented a significant piece of the brand's business.
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Tesla Semi update, GMC Hummer EV, battery tech teases, wireless charging: The Week in Reverse
Which state might be next to ban the sale of new gasoline vehicles? How does manufacturing the Apple iPhone tie in with an announcement about electric cars this week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 23, 2020. GM...
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Wireless EV charging gets a boost: Single standard will harmonize systems up to 11 kw
A standard for wireless charging systems and their cross-compatibility could jump start the technology and help make it more affordable.
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Musk: Tesla Semi ramp-up depends on battery cell supply—and infrastructure partners
Because the Semi uses 4 to 6 times more cells than its other vehicles, Tesla needs an increased supply of cells.
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GM hasn't developed the Hummer EV yet, but its battery tech is ready
GM says the Hummer EV will be developed in under 30 months—despite world-first battery tech that hasn't been widely tested yet.
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The Hummer nameplate has always been polarizing, but the all-electric GMC Hummer EV could broaden GM's bandwidth for EVs.
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iPhone maker Foxconn launches open platform for EVs, solid state battery by 2024
Taiwan-based Foxconn, Apple's longtime manufacturing partner, has announced an open platform for electric cars, as well as a software ecosystem for EV manufacturing.
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BMW expands recall to most 2020-2021 plug-in hybrids over battery fire issue
Concerns over battery fires have led BMW to ask owners to stop charging their plug-in hybrids.
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Karma GSe-6: Fully electric Revero priced vs. Tesla Model S, Lucid Air
The long-awaited electric version of the car formerly known as the Fisker Karma will cost roughly the same amount as the base Tesla Model S and Lucid Air.
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Mercedes-Benz EQC 4x4 scouts the trail for an electric G-Wagen
The Mercedes EQC 4x4 Squared rethinks an electric vehicle that wasn't designed for off-roading, and makes it ready for rugged terrain.
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Fire concern prompts stop-sale, US recall for 2019-2020 Hyundai Kona Electric
The Hyundai Kona Electric has been recalled over fire concerns, but it hasn't yet found the issue; it's also stopped the sale of the EV until the recall remedy has been performed.
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What company will build Fisker’s upcoming electric vehicle? Which Presidential candidate us pro-ethanol and pro EVs? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 16, 2020. The more affordable versions of the Lucid Air electric luxury sedans were given a price tag this week—starting at $77,300 for the base rear-wheel drive version. Tesla didn’t wait a full day before CEO Musk announced the company was lowering the price of the Model S—the second time in several days—to a base $69,420. Giggles...
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No VW thing: Fisker Ocean electric SUV to be built by Magna
After teasing that VW's MEB platform might underpin the upcoming Fisker Ocean electric SUV, Fisker has made a deal with Magna.
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California gives automakers until end of year to come clean on emissions cheats
CARB is offering carmakers a grace period on non-compliance or defeat devices—before higher fines and a new lab to sniff out cheats next year.
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Musk responds to Lucid Air, Model S price cut $5,570
Lucid Motors' Air electric sedan seems to have prompted a deep price cut for the Model S sedan, after Lucid pricing undercut the Tesla.
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Lucid Air electric luxury sedan: $77,400 base version claims 406-mile range
Lucid Motors has set a price for its base Air electric sedan, of less than $70,000 considering the EV tax credit and other incentives.
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Corn farmers concerned California EV push will sink ethanol sales
Concern over an ethanol downturn, possibly exaggerated by EVs, has both campaigns—and Congress—pandering to the Corn Belt.
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EVs are headed for a 10% share of the EU market in 2020—although some automakers are doing much better than others.
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2021 Honda Accord Hybrid: 48-mpg sedan goes quicker, gets tech upgrades
Honda has upgraded the specs for the Accord Hybrid—and it means quicker acceleration without an mpg penalty.
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Mazda rotary engine returns (for Japan) as EV range extender in MX-30 crossover
Mazda has confirmed that at least one of its upcoming products will use a rotary engine as an EV range extender.
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Need to rent a big electric truck for moving or business? More options are coming soon
Fluid Truck is adding 600 Lightning Systems electric cargo vans and trucks for rent starting fall 2020.
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EV lease deals, Jeep Wrangler 4xe tech, Polestar 2 and Volvo XC40 Recharge range: The Week in Reverse
What does Audi’s upcoming E-Tron GT performance car sound like? How does a German startup intend to transport hydrogen? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 9, 2020. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid took a lot...
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2021 Toyota RAV4: 40-mpg Hybrid becomes the norm, as lineup expands
The RAV4 Hybrid lineup is growing with the addition of another version with AWD and a 40-mpg rating.
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