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A software update, coming soon, will allow owners to charge to 100% again, versus the 90% that GM has been advising.
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Hyundai explores battery leasing to lower EV prices, coordinate reuse
Could leasing the battery pack make Hyundai's upcoming electric cars much more affordable?
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Mercedes parent Daimler: No expiration date for gas and diesel sales
Internal-combustion models serve as a "cash-machine" to fund future EVs, according to the company's CEO.
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Ford Mach-E incentives challenge Chevy Bolt EUV, as discounts sweeten 2021 Bolt EV
Discounts on the 2021 Bolt EV give it a lower price than the price-cut 2022 model—as incentives make the Mustang Mach-E the same price as the Bolt EUV.
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Model Y and Model 3 price cut, tailpipe emissions, Ford EV plans: Today’s Car News
Emissions is important to car buyers. The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y get a price cut. Volta turns to U.S.-based Proterra the batteries in its electric trucks for Europe. And Ford pushes toward making its cars in Europe all-electric. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford is making a $1...
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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y starting prices cut, as Performance models get price hike
If the federal EV tax credit were to be extended to the benefit of Tesla, a Model 3 would cost well below $35,000.
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With the Green Choice label, Consumer Reports is flagging the cleanest 20% of the market—and paying attention to tailpipe emissions for the first time.
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Volta readies electric trucks for Europe, with US suppliers
With batteries from Proterra and e-axle units from Meritor, the core components of the Swedish trucks are coming from U.S.-based companies.
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Ford is making a $1B push to all-electric cars for Europe by 2030
With an upgrade of its Cologne, Germany, plant and a first electric car for Europe to be made in 2023, Ford is transitioning to EVs this decade.
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Jaguar XJ dumped, Kona Electric refreshed, Rasa hydrogen lightweight revived: Today’s Car News
Jaguar has dropped its potentially Model S–rivaling XJ sedan from the product plan. A hydrogen fuel-cell lightweight has been given new life. And the Kona Electric gets a refresh. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Rasa, a super-lightweight hydrogen fuel cell car from the UK firm...
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2022 Hyundai Kona Electric: Cleaner look and upgrades, with range and efficiency intact
The 2022 Kona Electric gets a front and rear restyle plus instrument panel upgrades, though range is expected to be close to the current model's 258 miles.
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Jaguar Land Rover cancels XJ flagship EV, carries on hydrogen fuel-cell development
Jaguar Land Rover announced new goals for electric vehicles for both brands Monday—but plans no longer included the XJ electric flagship.
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The Rasa has a very different focus than the heavy-truck and industrial purposes large automakers are seeing for hydrogen fuel cells.
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Mercedes EQC, Mirai’s “minus emissions,” Bolt EUV and EV tax credit: Today’s Car News
Mercedes-Benz is reportedly abandoning plans to sell the EQC electric crossover in the U.S. The 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV bows, alongside a revamped Bolt EV. And what car can you drive for “minus emissions?” This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV was revealed...
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Hyundai teases “breakthrough” interior design in EV to rival Model Y and Mach-E
The cabin of the Ioniq 5 will use a range of sustainable surfaces plus a reconfigurable center console on a flat floor.
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Mercedes-Benz EQC electric SUV isn't coming to the US at all
Mercedes reportedly opted not to sell the EQC in the U.S., after a delay and "comprehensive review of market developments."
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EVgo plans many more Tesla chargers to supplement Supercharger network
The charging network EVgo is expanding its Tesla fast charging connectors after a successful rollout to several California markets.
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Toyota claims the 2021 Mirai fuel-cell car cleans the air, calls it “minus emissions”
The 2021 Toyota Mirai claims to have better than zero-emissions by filtering the outside air, but it ignores the emissions of hydrogen sourcing.
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A $5,500 price cut helps make the Bolt EV competitive versus the Nissan Leaf Plus and the base Ford Mustang Mach-E.
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2022 Chevy Bolt EUV revealed: Super Cruise and 250-mile range, no all-wheel drive
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is bigger than the EV and has more nods to SUVs, but it doesn't add all-wheel drive or more ground clearance.
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Airstream to offset carbon from manufacture, pursue electric travel trailers
Airstream is offering carbon offsets as well as pushing ahead with plans for an electric trailer that could make towing more feasible with an EV.
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Toyota EV plans, Audi E-Tron GT debut, battery supply woes, past peak oil: The Week in Reverse
Which EV maker bought a whole lot of carbon-intensive bitcoin? Which country became far better known as a hub for electric vehicles this past week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending February 12, 2021. Toyota on Wednesday...
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Polestar 1 last call, Tesla's big bitcoin CO2 footprint, beyond peak oil: Today’s Car News
How does Tesla’s bitcoin investment affect its carbon footprint? Polestar starts to say farewell to the Polestar 1 flagship. And Shell says we’re past peak oil This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid performance coupe is entering its final year of...
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Shell admits it's past peak oil, eyes carbon offsets as a business opportunity
Even Big Oil now admits we're past the once-hypothetical point, and is pivoting for relevance in a new energy economy.
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