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Related to the Volkswagen ID.4, the electric Explorer revealed on Tuesday isn’t due to ever be sold in the U.S.
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Report: EV battery repair hurdles may inflate insurance premiums
An investigation of what happens when EVs are in accidents found that it's more common to replace rather than repair—leading to some very high collision price tags, and a higher rate of totaled EVs.
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Kia EV5 electric SUV concept taps solar panels, swivel seats
Although initially planned for China, the Kia EV5 might bring some innovative packaging and sustainable materials to the compact electric SUV set.
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Nissan Ariya e-4orce review, Oregon EV rebates, workplace charging and solar: Today’s Car News
Workplace charging should be emphasized by policy to take advantage of daily solar production, a study suggests. Oregon’s EV rebates may be on hiatus due to funding. And we bring you some first driving impressions of the Nissan Ariya e-4orce. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In a...
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Review: 2023 Nissan Ariya dances with e-4orce AWD, delivers on comfort
The Ariya e-4orce electric SUV uses all four of its drive wheels to show that faster can also feel level-headed.
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Funding crunch puts Oregon EV rebates on hold
Under the state rebate program, lower-income buyers of EVs have been able to claim up to $7,500, in addition to federal tax credits and other incentives.
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Smarter EV charger placement plus more workplace charging can help reduce the load on the grid at times when it matters, according to an MIT study.
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Lexus RZ review, Kia EV9 debut, affordable VW EV, peak oil timeline: The Week in Reverse
Which big electric truck can give other EVs 20 miles or more of range per hour? Why are EVs a traffic-safety threat, according to one of the major U.S. safety agencies? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 17, 2023. In a...
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7-Eleven EV charging, BMW EV interface, peak ICE and peak oil: Today’s Car News
BMW confirms a futuristic EV interface that puts the windshield to use. Peak ICE vehicle sales is already in the past and peak oil is just a few years ahead. And how will 7-Eleven’s charging network take form? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The convenience-store chain 7-Eleven has...
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Combustion-vehicle sales peaked in 2017, peak oil due in 2027
Globally, combustion vehicle sales show no return to levels reached in 2017—and because of the turnover of the fleet, peak oil demand will follow in 2027, according to a recent report.
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BMW Neue Klasse EVs will debut with panoramic head-up display
Due in 2025, the future family of BMWs aiming for range and affordability will incorporate many or all of their displays in the windshield, as part of a "driver-centric" approach.
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7-Eleven wants its EV charging network to be among the largest
The company says it plans to build "one of the largest and most compatible electric vehicle charging networks of any retailer in North America."
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The soaring costs of residential electricity may be taking a toll on EV charging satisfaction. VW introduces one of its upcoming small, affordable EVs for Europe. And Tesla owners want to repair their cars independently. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Owners are suing Tesla and seeking class action status over an alleged violation of antitrust laws, in which the company limits competition and forces owners to use Tesla’s service centers and to source parts directly from the automaker. Volkswagen has revealed the ID.2all concept car, previewing an affordable sub-$30,000 VW...
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Electricity price hikes are souring home EV charging satisfaction
EV owners are also less satisfied with their charging speed, Power observes, in a trend that could be closely related to the rising size of EV battery packs.
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Tesla owners sue over parts-and-service monopoly
Does Tesla violate antitrust laws by forcing owners to use its own service centers and parts supply?
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Volkswagen ID.2all concept previews affordable compact EV
The ID.2all is the first MEB-based vehicle with front-wheel drive, and it's about two feet shorter than the ID.4.
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Kia EV9 design, $2.5B for EV charging, weight and EV safety: Today’s Car News
A luxurious three-row electric SUV from Kia is previewed. A $2.5 billion federal program will help get more charging to communities and local travel corridors, over years. And what’s the greatest safety concern related to EVs? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Kia provided a first...
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Biden administration opens $2.5B community EV charging program
The program will provide its $2.5 billion over five years to get community charging to schools, parks, public buildings, and travel corridors.
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Battery fires aren't an issue in crashes, tests have shown, but the extra weight from EV battery packs is a hazard to others on the road.
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2024 Kia EV9 3-row electric SUV squares off with luxury makes
A new flagship for Kia, the 2024 EV9 three-row crossover is the largest vehicle to use parent company Hyundai's E-GMP electric vehicle platform.
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Porsche electric SUVs, VW batteries from Canada, Hummer EV as power bank: Today’s Car News
Multiple large electric SUVs are on the way to the Porsche lineup. The VW Group chose Canada for building batteries for North American EVs. And the Hummer EV’s gigantic battery can be put to use charging other EVs. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The upcoming 2024 model year GMC...
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2024 GMC Hummer EV truck and SUV can charge other EVs at 6 kw
With the Power Station generator accessory and new 19.2-kw onboard charger, the Hummer EV family will be able to crank out up to 6 kw to other EVs or up to 3 kw to 120-volt appliances or tools.
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VW picks Canada for first American PowerCo EV battery plant
The PowerCo facilities are due to make a new cell format headed into EVs built on VW Group's next-generation EV platform, termed SSP.
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Porsche confirms electric Cayenne plus flagship EV above it
The announcement confirms that Porsche will effectively add two new electric luxury SUVs above the compact Macan SUV—which is also going electric in 2024.
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