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The EPA might give automakers another big break on fuel economy and emissions—in addition to the one they just received in CAFE requirements.
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Polish EV can split lanes like a motorcycle, keep a wide stance for curves
An electric vehicle being developed in Poland, called the Triggo, can vary its stance for a mix of stability and space-defying convenience.
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GM has fast-tracked its electric-vehicle program in pandemic slowdown
According to GM's VP in charge of electric and autonomous vehicle tech, the pace of development hasn't let up in the pandemic.
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2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV cues a shift to over-the-air updates
Ford has confirmed that the 2021 Mustang Mach-E is the first of many Ford vehicles—not just EVs—to be capable of over-the-air upgrades.
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Toyota Prius 2020 Edition marks 20 years in the US–with more hybrids coming soon
The Toyota Prius has been sold in the U.S. for 20 years, and the Prius 2020 Edition celebrates that—and the brand's hybrid sales strengths.
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Musk announces Tesla HQ is leaving California, threatens moving assembly out too
Tesla is leaving California, after a series of disputes over public health decisions over coronavirus risk.
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Sales of which electric car plunged the steepest leading into the U.S. pandemic slowdown? Which automaker reaffirmed its commitment to hydrogen fuel cells? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending May 8, 2020. Our biggest combination of stories this week related to the most efficient versions of some strong-selling nameplates. We drove the 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid, and compared its gas mileage to that of the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid we also recently drove. Which of these 50-mpg sedans is the stingiest on fuel when you...
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Mobile fast-charging: A must-have for electric truck and bus fleets?
Mobile fast-charging systems such as Lightning Mobile can help navigate off-peak power rules as well as help stranded EVs without a lot of downtime.
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BMW re-ups electric-vehicle commitment—and hydrogen fuel-cell investment
The German automaker claims that it's in an especially strong position to weather a downturn—and that its EV plans are intact.
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2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid: Gas mileage drive review
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid both achieve more than 50 mpg, but they're quite different in many ways.
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Commentary: Emissions–not gas mileage–should be foundation for Cash for Clunkers reboot
Real driving emissions ratings should be the start of any incentive program aimed at spurring sales, amid a pandemic with connections to air quality.
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Mobile-charging solutions can help fight the new face of EV range anxiety
FreeWire and SparkCharge aim to provide supplemental charging with mobile systems. While quite different, they both add up to peace of mind.
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A study looking at 1.8 million used-car sales found the top-selling electric car and hybrid in the U.S. market were the most affected into mid-March.
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MW Motors Luka EV is a modern electric car in retro-classic form
Like the look of 1960s European sports cars? Those in Europe might soon be able to capture that in a new electric car.
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Sonata Hybrid solar roof, Bollinger Chassis Cab, Tesla profits and drama: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker claimed a botched EPA range test that short-changed its vehicle? Which upcoming electric vehicle was officially canceled this week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending May 1, 2020. GCR recently spent some time...
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EPA refutes Musk's claim that 400-mile Tesla Model S range test was compromised
Has Tesla already been delivering vehicles that hit the magic 400-mile range mark?
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2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback goes 7% more miles, costs slightly more than SUV
The 2020 E-Tron Sportback goes an EPA-rated 218 miles; the E-Tron SUV will likely follow closely but it hasn't yet been detailed.
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Tesla aims to scale up Model Y after profitable Q1, but delays Semi deliveries to 2021
Tesla managed a profit—and its highest Q1 deliveries—during a quarter in which both of its factories shut down.
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The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid might be the best-positioned high-mileage machine for American exurb commuters and vast, open parking lots.
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Toyota has sold more than 15 million hybrids globally
Toyota's hybrid surge continues, even if the iconic Prius is no longer in the lead.
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2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid: What to expect from its mpg-boosting solar roof
The Solar Roof System in the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a first—for the brand, and for the market. Does it really boost gas mileage?
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Survey: 70% of Americans are electric-car virgins, same GM EV1 barriers persist today
J.D. Power, which gathered data assessing GM EV1 interest in the 1990s, finds the same issues as then—and 70% still haven't been in an EV.
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Electric Mustang; no more Maven; updates from Polestar, Lordstown, and Lucid: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker eliminated its hydrogen fuel-cell program for passenger cars? And why are green-car deals so few and far between? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending April 24, 2020. Wednesday was the 50th anniversary of Earth...
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Kia electric car: 300-mile range, 20-minute fast-charging, arriving by late 2021
Kia homes in on what we'll see and when, among all the electric cars and electrified vehicles that are part of its Plan S.
Bengt Halvorson