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Looking beyond just hospital bills, each electric vehicle brings thousands of dollars of benefits that keep people healthier and happier.
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Tesla Model S Long Range Plus: 400-mile range an electric-car first
The first electric car to claim a 400-mile EPA range rating is the 2020 Tesla Model S Long Range Plus.
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Ford fast charging, Cadillac EV design, Rivian batteries, hybrid payback: Today’s Car News
Ford is wrapping a few fast charges in with the Mach-E. Cadillac’s EVs won’t look like its gasoline models. An analysis shows hybrids pay off more than the EPA numbers suggest. And Rivian has made sure its batteries are ready for the activity of your choice—and a second life. This...
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NYC analysis finds hybrids' mpg advantage is better than EPA suggests
The operating-cost advantages are widened versus what official fuel economy numbers suggest, according to New York City fleet data.
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Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV will include several free fast charges
Ford will allow buyers to finance a home wallbox with the Mach-E, and it will include 250 kwh of free fast charging for road trips.
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Cadillac EVs won't mirror gasoline models in design
According to the design chief for GM's luxury brand, Cadillac electric vehicles will make a design departure.
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With such a wide use case and an intended second life, battery management was a top development priority for Rivian's electric trucks.
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Hybrid and electric car deals, million-mile battery, Nikola and Tesla: The Week in Revere
Which upcoming electric pickup has a battery and a hydrogen tank? Which carmaker invested in gasoline not from fossil-fuel sources? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending June 12, 2020.. The Tesla Semi has the green light once...
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Tesla Semi surge, Nikola Badger production plans, Pacifica Hybrid recall: Today’s Car News
The Tesla Semi is at last full speed ahead. Meanwhile Nikola announced that its Badger electric truck aims to reach the market around the same time as the Cybertruck. And there’s a new recall for the Pacifica Hybrid. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is...
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Nikola Badger electric pickup: Arriving in 2022, production partner TBA
With a battery and a hydrogen fuel cell, the Badger could arrive around the same time as the Tesla Cybertruck and electric Ford F-150.
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Musk says yes: Tesla Semi reportedly being pushed toward mass-production
After being sidelined, the Tesla Semi is reportedly a go, with a new push to begin volume production of the model.
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All 2017-2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid models recalled for fire risk
Chrysler's family-size plug-in hybrid is due back at dealerships for an inspection of its 12V accessory battery connection.
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The Volkswagen ID.3 electric car is officially delayed a few months. BMW’s latest plug-in hybrid SUV gets a big battery. GM talks about getting in on the commercial EV business. And we have an update on the RAV4 Hybrid fuel-tank issue. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. GM CEO Mary Barra has explained the company's motivation behind getting into the electric commercial vehicle sector. The first such vehicle, GM’s electric van now being fast-tracked, will reportedly result in deliveries as soon as late 2021. European first deliveries of the Volkswagen ID.3 hatchback have...
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Toyota RAV4 Hybrid fuel tank issue: Fix is coming soon
Toyota has started to notify owners about an issue that can prevent the use of the RAV4 Hybrid's rated fuel-tank capacity—and driving range.
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Volkswagen ID.3 delayed to September for first European deliveries
The first of the mass-production MEB electric cars is arriving starting in September for Europe, after a series of alleged software issues.
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GM CEO confirms electric van, as all-electric future remains a mirage
In the absence of targets for sales or market share, GM is casting a wide net without a timeline for an all-electric lineup.
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2021 BMW X5 plug-in hybrid SUV: More power, more than double the electric range
BMW's remake of the X5 plug-in, called the X5 xDrive 45e, emphasizes acceleration and plug-in miles but might not measure up in gas mileage.
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BMW synthetic gasoline, Hyundai heat-pump tech, Sonata Hybrid deal: Today’s Car News
BMW invests in synthetic fuel for internal combustion engines. Kia and Hyundai keep refining heat-pump technology. And a lease deal already applies to the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is only starting to reach dealerships, and...
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Heat pumps help preserve precious miles of range in cold weather—and Hyundai and Kia have been embracing the technology.
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BMW invests in company aiming to produce zero net carbon gasoline
Through BMW i Ventures, the automaker is putting its brand behind gasoline that might help lower emissions versus fossil-fuel sources.
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2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid $249 lease tops June plug-in, hybrid, electric car deals
Even as 2019 models are cleared away, the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is eligible for a great new lease deal.
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Hydrogen price parity, Lordstown electric truck reveal, CATL million-mile battery: Today’s Car News
California’s energy policy agency thinks hydrogen has a future and will reach price parity soon with gasoline. Lordstown Motors is rolling out the production-bound version of its electric truck this week. And the million-mile battery is up for grabs for more than just Tesla. This and more...
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Battery giant CATL ready to make million-mile, 16-year batteries for more than Tesla
The million-mile battery isn't just a Tesla thing. China-based battery supplier CATL wants to supply batteries with a far-extended lifespan.
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Report: Hydrogen for fuel-cell vehicles likely to reach price parity with gasoline by 2025
A report from the California Energy Commission predicts that a future price parity with gasoline will make hydrogen fuel cell technology worthwhile.
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