Unfortunately, today's news involves some slightly disappointing numbers. A new report finds that average fuel economy for new cars declined in April, while another finds that sales of hybrids and electric cars have dropped over the past year. We also look at Tesla's purchase of a Michigan automotive supplier. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

Tesla acquires a Michigan tool and die maker in what could be the first of several moves to consolidate control of its supply chain.

Sales of both hybrids and electric cars started falling last June, a new report finds.

We've got one final update to our April plug-in electric car sales report.

New vehicle fuel economy dropped in April compared to the previous month, likely due to increased sales of trucks and SUVs.

After several massive recalls last year, Congress considers bills that would force rental companies to repair recalled cars.

Finally, the 2016 BMW 3 Series appears with significant updates under the skin.

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