2022
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Certain Niro hybrids and Niro plug-in hybrids have been recalled for an increased fire risk arising from the hydraulic clutch actuator.
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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid recalled because engines may shut down
A problem with communication between the transmission control module and hybrid control processor in Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe models can cause the engine to shut down.
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2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 probed by NHTSA over sudden power loss complaints
No recall has been issued, yet, but the NHTSA's investigating the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 over sudden power loss complaints.
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Lucid Air OTA update helped narrow recall pool for part defect
Lucid has pushed an over-the-air update that identifies a flawed contactor in a limited number of vehicles—but it requires owners accepting them.
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Review: 2022 Lucid Air Grand Touring keeps getting better
We spent a week with the 2022 Lucid Air Grand Touring to check in with its updated interface, and it makes the whole car more appealing.
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Rivian R1T crash-tested by IIHS, earns top safety distinction
The award applies to 2022 and 2023 R1T models, but it doesn't extend to the related R1S SUV.
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Lucid said the hardware for bidirectional charging is included as well, and the automaker has said all along that the Air was built with that capability in mind.
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Tesla Model Y takes top sales spot in Germany
The Tesla Model Y outperformed longtime top-sellers like the VW Golf in September, according to sales numbers reported by the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA).
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Lucid Air Stealth Look tones down appearance of electric luxury sedan
The darkened appearance package adds $6,000 to the price of most Lucid Air electric cars, but deliveries won't be made until early 2023.
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Study: Mercedes EQS and Kia EV6 top gas vehicles in appeal
Few EVs matched up well vs. gasoline counterparts. And hybrids and plug-in hybrids didn't do well in the study, which measures owners’ assessments of new-vehicle ownership after 90 days.
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GM issues retroactive discount for Chevy Bolt EV models bought new in 2022
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV got a $6,300 price cut, lowering its base price to $28,195 with destination, on top of another price cut the previous model year.
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2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 aces crash-tests, makes IIHS Top Safety Pick+ honor roll
It might also be good news for the Kia EV6 and Genesis GV60 that have followed, as both are built on the same E-GMP platform.
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A range of price cuts and discounts are making space for both the new Chevy Blazer EV, starting around $40,000, and the Equinox EV due to start around $30,000.
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Lucid Air recalled over instrument panel wiring
The fault involves a wiring harness that may not be secured properly in the affected cars—although it affects less than 1% of recalled vehicles.
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Review: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid feels at home with its range
With a charge time of less than two hours and 33 miles of electric range—then 35 mpg—the Tucson PHEV offers an attractive set of numbers.
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 recalled for rollaway concerns
It's a software fix, but these two cousins, built on a leading-edge dedicated EV platform, aren't yet capable of receiving an over-the-air remedy.
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First drive review: 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning revolutionizes the pickup truck
The F-150 Lightning outdoes its gasoline counterpart in many respects—and charts new territory as a power broker.
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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning: 320-mile EPA range beats Rivian R1T, efficiency meets it
With the 131-kwh extended-range battery pack, the Lightning gets up to 320 miles of EPA range and delivers 70 MPGe combined.
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The $3,895 system includes inverter, disconnect switch, and a battery pack (yet unspecified) to allow the functionality, but owners will need an extra-cost installation plus the Ford Charge Station Pro.
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Tesla stopped including a mobile charger with its vehicles; it's not the only one
Tesla and Kia have decided to make the AC mobile charger cable optional on their vehicles at extra cost. Does this make sense?
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Ford starts F-150 Lightning production, confirms second electric pickup model for 2024
Ford also clarified that the Tennessee-built electric electric truck due to be made starting in 2024 won't be a successor to the Lightning; it will be in addition to it
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First drive review: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plugs into the luxury side of the brand with a lot of capability
The Grand Cherokee 4xe has nearly the same specs as the Wrangler 4xe—although it’s not perfect for towing or off-roading.
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Plug-in hybrid sales surprise: Jeep Wrangler 4xe outsells RAV4 Prime
The plug-in hybrid Jeep is outselling the Toyota RAV4 Prime by a significant margin—surprising given Toyota's reputation to go big on hybrids.
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More affordable Polestar 2 undercuts Tesla Model 3, at $47,200 for US
The base single-motor Polestar 2 will start at $47,200 and offer an EPA range of up to 270 miles.
Stephen Edelstein