Today, we've got the first details on the second-generation Voltec electric-drive system that will power the 2016 Chevrolet Volt, analysis of how Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz plan to compete with Tesla Motors, and the 2015 Audi A3 TDI is the first of our five nominees for Green Car Reports 2015 Best Car To Buy award. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

Take a first look at the 2016 Chevrolet Volt powertrain, which features a new range-extending gasoline engine and bigger battery pack.

See how the Toyota i-Road electric city car leans like a skier.

Hyundai announces a new six-speed automatic transmission for future hybrid models, that will likely be used in an upcoming plug-in car as well.

The Tesla Model S gets a huge incentive in Shanghai, where the municipal government has ruled that buyers no longer have to pay a $12,000 registration fee.

Another study confirms that hybrid cars do best in city driving, while diesels do best on the highway.

Find out how Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz plan to compete with Tesla--and why.

Meet the first of our five nominees for Green Car Reports 2015 Best Car To Buy award: The 2015 Audi A3 TDI diesel sedan.

Massive recalls this year will end up costing not only General Motors, but also its union workers.

Finally, the Detroit Electric SP:01 electric sports car gets some styling updates, but still doesn't appear ready for production.

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