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Polestar 2 pricing has been detailed for some of its initial markets in Europe—and that includes pricing of the Polestar 2 Performance Pack version.
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The most powerful DC charging station in Europe (for cars) can deliver 400 kw
Spain has been lagging in DC fast charging infrastructure, though with a new station it now has Europe's fastest charger for passenger vehicles.
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Tata Nexon EV gives India an affordable domestic-brand electric car
Jaguar Land Rover parent Tata is launching an affordable EV in India aimed at staving off import-brand rivals.
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American commute times reached record highs in 2018
Recently released census data shows that work commute times continued to increase in 2018, reaching a record 27 minutes each way.
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Free fast charging, Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid drive, gas and diesel bans: Today’s Car News
The number of nations looking to phase out internal combustion engines continues to grow. A U.S. company is moving ahead with a plan to provide fast charging for free. Tesla is signaling another stage of intent for developing its own battery tech. And we drive an important supporting model in...
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First drive review: 2020 Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid casts market superstar as supporting character
Audi is cramming its lineup with as many plug-ins as possible, and the Q5’s popularity might make this PHEV a brand MVPs for selling electric motoring.
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The first network with free, ad-supported DC fast charging is aiming to get its first hardware up and running later this month.
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Denmark proposes banning gas and diesel cars, UK might ratchet up timeline
European nations and cities are ramping up bans on vehicles with combustion engines. A similar effort has been considered in California.
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Will Tesla's purchase of battery maker lead to proprietary cells?
A series of moves, including the acquisition of Maxwell Technologies, and now Canada's Hibar, indicate that the company may be readying its own cells.
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Audi A8 plug-in hybrid drive review, Honda Fit Hybrid, most important EVs of 2020: Today’s Car News
The Honda Fit is getting a hybrid version, but not in the U.S. Several big companies are electrifying their heavy trucks in California. Going driverless might not mean cutting pollution or congestion. And We run through the most important electric cars of 2020. This and more here at Green Car...
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The most important electric cars for 2020
Electric vehicles are finally going mainstream for 2020, with new model lines such as Mercedes-Benz EQC and Volkswagen ID charging against all new brands, such as Rivian and Polestar.
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2020 Honda Fit Hybrid with two-motor system likely for Japan and Europe, not the US
The new 4th-generation version of the Honda Fit due to be revealed at the Tokyo show will offer Honda's two-motor hybrid system.
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A recently released study suggests that the proliferation of zero-emissions driverless cars could ultimately lead to higher energy consumption.
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Anheuser-Busch and Frito-Lay expand electric truck plans
Both companies are part of partnerships with California projects aimed at cleaning up the air and reducing carbon emissions.
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Tesla already topped half a million Smart Summons
With its new Software Version 10, Tesla has introduced a Smart Summon feature to a portion of its owners. Some results are amusing; others are frightening.
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Tokyo concept previews, Tesla V10 software, Byton and Rivian rejigger: The Week in Reverse
What state upped the fees for driving a hybrid? What automaker enabled many of its vehicles to drive themselves in parking lots? And why aren’t U.S. vehicles, as a whole, all that much more efficient than they were in 2008? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at...
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Audi EV preview, Volvo frunk, Mitsubishi PHEV future, Washington Prius tax: Today’s Car News
Volvo has previewed more of its upcoming XC40 EV’s sleek design and sustainable materials—and it will have a frunk. Audi has confirmed some more details about its third electric vehicle, the compact Q4 E-tron electric crossover, and teased two other future EVs. Mitsubishi mulls four...
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Mitsubishi Mi-Tech PHEV concept teases 4-motor layout, downsized powertrain
Plug-in hybrids will remain important at Mitsubishi, a new concept from the automaker for the Tokyo Motor Show suggests.
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In what amounts to a "Prius tax," Washington is charging owners for infrastructure they may never need—and for choosing a more efficient car.
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Electric Volvo XC40 will have a frunk, new driver interface
Volvo has teased different styling, a new driver interface, and a front cargo area—a frunk—for the upcoming XC40 EV.
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Audi details Q4 E-tron electric crossover, teases future sedan, performance models
Audi is working on 20 fully electric models and more than 10 plug-in hybrids, over a suite of platforms, to fit various plug-in needs.
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Rivian subscriptions, MPG lessons, Ram EcoDiesel drive: Today’s Car News
We drive one of the highest-mileage light-duty full-size pickups. An analysis of fuel economy across the entire U.S. fleet points to how reality lags regulation. And Rivian is looking at subscriptions. That and more, here at Green Car Reports. Comments from Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe suggest that the...
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Fuel economy review: The 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel is a brawny fuel-sipper
Until electric trucks arrive, the Ram EcoDiesel is the way to haul heavy loads without guzzling fuel at alarming rates.
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Rivian considers subscription model for direct-sales end run?
For electric-truck upstart Rivian, subscription service could be an innovative solution for navigating around dealer-franchise rules.
Byron Hurd