2024

Ford is hiking prices on the base versions of the 2024 F-150 Lightning while cutting the sticker price of top-trim Platinum versions.

The Blazer EV isn't the only EV now eligible for a Costco members-only incentive—the Polestar 2, Volvo C40 Recharge, and Volvo XC40 Recharge also are.

A memo to suppliers, cited by Automotive News, stated "changing market demand" as the reason for effectively halving Lightning production.

The electric truck's V2H capabilities will be put to the test with smart thermostats to maximize clean energy, ease strain on the grid, and save money on electricity bills.

Ioniq 6 SE versions with the larger battery pack, returning up to 361 miles, also get a big price cut.

The credit—half the maximum amount of $7,500—can be applied to any new 2024 Leaf models purchased and placed in service by Dec. 31, 2023.

That's for the top GT-Line model, while the base EV9 Light starts at $56,395 and the 300-mile Light Long Range starts at $60,695.

EPA ratings for the upcoming GV60 Standard will be up to 294 miles, Genesis estimates, with a price of $53,195.

The Nightshade Edition is available in combination with the LE or XLE trim levels and doesn't appear to disrupt this model's excellent fuel economy of up to 36 mpg.

Agreements with EVgo and Electrify America will give Honda and Acura EV drivers "single-app access" to charging stations on both networks.

A handful of other plug-in hybrids, including the Toyota Prius Prime, Lexus NX 450h, and Volvo XC90 Recharge, also made the Top Safety Pick+ list this year.

Ford is applying its rally history with the Escort, Focus, and RS200 to the Mustang Mach-E electric SUV—with an emphasis on the loose gravel and even quicker on-pavement acceleration times than the GT.

The 2024 Sonata Hybrid will continue with a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine as part of its hybrid system, but it will now feature an adjustable regenerative braking mode aimed at increasing efficiency.

Details regarding what and when for upcoming Honda and Acura vehicles haven't yet been announced—partly as so much of it depends on GM.

What do its low MPGe figures mean? In short, thinking over the long run, its 50 MPGe is still much better than 50 mpg.

The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser has been redesigned with a turbocharged hybrid powertrain, a smaller footprint, and a base price in the $50,000 range.

GMC Hummer EV pickups with the biggest 205-kwh two-layer battery pack now approach 400 miles of range, according to GM. But it won't be EPA-official.

Chevy updates its towing and payload ratings for its first electric pickup truck—but passenger versions still are yet to come.

The Wrangler 4xe outsells other plug-in hybrids, including the Toyota RAV4 Prime, is eligible for a $3,750 EV tax credit, and will at the base level be even more affordable for 2024.

Alfa claims the compact Tonale is the most efficient PHEV in its segment, but the performance SUV only hits 29 mpg combined without a charge.