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After the price cut, high-performance Tesla Model S and Model X Plaid models cost the same amount.
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2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter plugs into electric vanlife
New-generation Mercedes eSprinter electric vans soon to be made in South Carolina make efficiency gains and will solve all kinds of work needs.
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The SUV market is fueling global oil demand, clouding CO2 targets
And electric SUVs don't solve the problem. Additional CO2 emissions from SUVs in 2022 overshadowed the increased sales of electric vehicles.
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VW's Scout confirms $40,000 electric SUV, $2B South Carolina plant
VW's Scout brand will make its first model a "rugged utility vehicle" or "RUV," followed "in quick succession" by a larger electric pickup truck.
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MX-30 EV review, Tesla charging future, Rivian R1S Max Pack, greenest and meanest: The Week in Reverse
How many “select” Tesla Supercharger stations are open to other brands’ EVs? Which new EV maker delivered its first U.S.-market vehicles this week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 3, 2023...
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F-150 Lightning restart, Tesla wireless charging, Kia EV9 tease, EV trip length: Today’s Car News
Ford has said it will restart F-150 Lightning production. The Kia EV9 will make its debut this month. EV owners are driving farther per day. And will wireless bidirectional charging help make Tesla vehicles more useful at home and to the grid? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Tesla...
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The typical daily EV trip length of 30 miles is approaching that covered by gasoline models, according to real-world data from connected cars.
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Kia previews design of production EV9 flagship electric SUV
The EV9 is due to reach U.S. dealerships in the second half of 2023, and it's due to become the brand's flagship model, with a price approaching that of luxury brands.
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Is Tesla preparing to offer wireless EV charging?
Daily home charging could be a lot simpler with inductive wireless charging, and it could help owners take advantage of bidirectional charging tech also on the way.
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Ford F-150 Lightning production restarts March 13, no recall yet
Ford gives no further indication here that a recall for the potential battery issue in the works, but given the detail regarding engineering and parts updates, it could still be a possibility.
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Tesla bidirectional charging, “select” Superchargers open to CCS, USPS E-Transits: Today’s Car News
Tesla opens up 10 Supercharger locations to CCS charging. The USPS buys Ford E-Transits. And bidirectional charging is coming to Tesla models. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. At Wednesday’s Investor Day, Tesla revealed that it will be rolling out bidirectional charging capability to...
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Tesla opens some US Superchargers to other EVs, offers CCS retrofit
In the U.S. this is an essential step toward Tesla opening up "a portion" of its network toward models using CCS—and thus claiming federal funds.
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The USPS is buying off-the-shelf Ford E-Transit electric vans, because electric versions of the custom-designed delivery vehicles awarded the government contract remain years from delivery.
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Tesla lineup to get bidirectional charging capability by 2025
With revamped power electronics coming to all Tesla models, bidirectional charging capability may allow owners to use their vehicles as mobile backup-power banks.
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Rivian Max Pack, R2 details, STLA drive modules, greenest and meanest: Today’s Car News
Rivian will deliver a three-row SUV with nearly 400 miles of range later this year. Drive modules for upcoming Ram, Dodge, and Jeep EVs may be made in Indiana. And the Mini Cooper SE tops an annual list of the greenest. What’s the meanest? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Rivian has...
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Analysis: Lighter EVs are greenest, thirsty gas trucks are meanest
This year's Greenest list includes the Mini Cooper SE, Nissan Leaf, and Toyota bZ4X.
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Indiana-made drive modules may muscle EVs from Ram, Jeep, Dodge
In the same area, Stellantis has announced a $2.5 billion battery factory under a joint venture with battery supplier Samsung SDI.
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Rivian confirms 390-mile R1S Max Pack for fall deliveries
Along with new, higher range ratings for models with Dual Motor models, Rivian revealed that the smaller, mass-market R2 lineup will be simplified and easier to build.
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Vinfast says that it’s delivering its first U.S.-market EVs to customers tomorrow. A study suggests that brake and tire pollution may exceed that from tailpipes. And the Rivian R1T is making owners very happy. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. New results out this morning from survey giant J.D. Power suggest Rivian is doing very well with the ownership experience—especially in setting expectations for range. The Rivian R1T, Mini Cooper SE, and Kia EV6 were among the top-ranked EVs, with the Model 3 following those. Vinfast has cut the lease prices for its VF 8 and VF 9...
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Rivian R1T, Mini Cooper SE, Kia EV6 top EV ownership study
Infotainment remains a sore spot for electric cars, but electric trucks even get the nod for towing—a notorious weak spot.
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Research: Tires and brakes emit more particulates than tailpipes
Tires and brakes are the source of 52% of road-vehicle particulate emissions, say researchers.
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Vinfast drops VF 8 lease price, confirms US deliveries start March 1
Vinfast also plans a U.S. factory in North Carolina, due to build VF 8 and VF 9 EVs starting in 2024
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Mazda MX-30 EV, Nissan electric EV deliveries, no hot air for EVs adds range: Today’s Car News
We try to understand the Mazda MX-30 EV. Ford looks at heating panels, not air, for EV efficiency. And Nissan held the line on EV projections for the U.S., but it’s delivering some of its new Ariya EVs with electric semis. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Nissan announced Monday that...
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Nissan accelerates EV plan for Europe and Japan, but not US
Nissan now sees more EVs and electrified sales for Europe, but it's sticking to previous U.S. projections.
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