Green Car News
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The production model based on the ID Crozz concept, potentially called ID 4X, is due to go on sale in the U.S. sometime in 2020.
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Report: Tesla picks LG Chem to supply batteries in ChinaTesla will no longer have an exclusive battery-supply arrangement with Panasonic, as cells for its Chinese Gigafactory will come from LG Chem.
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The new normal: Electrify America expands its EV ad campaignAn ad campaign from Electrify America attempts to demonstrate progress in electric cars—and how normal EVs have become.
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Chevy Bolt range, inside Porsche Taycan, EV avoiders: The Week in ReverseWhich car will be the first to incorporate Apple Music streaming? What Tesla products were allegedly linked to fires? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending August 23, 2019. Forget the August doldrums. This week brought lots of...
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Chevy Bolt EV range boost, Porsche Taycan interior, dirty VW diesels: Today's Car NewsGM has eked out more range for the 2020 Chevy Bolt EV. Porsche goes vegan for at least one interior choice in its new Taycan electric car. Volkswagen faces more trouble over diesels in a German court. And an agreement between Electrify America and EVgo makes charging access easier. All this and...
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2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV gets 259 miles of range, nudges past Kona ElectricGM has given the 2020 Chevy Bolt EV a significant range boost over last year's model, due to a change in battery chemistry.
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The findings of a German court could reopen the Volkswagen diesel scandal.
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2020 Porsche Taycan could beat Tesla to market with vegan interiorA leather-free interior option is coming for the 2020 Porsche Taycan electric car, as well as a floor made of recycled fiber.
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EVgo and Electrify America team up to make chargers more accessibleEVgo and Electrify America have formed a roaming partnership that will allow members of one service to charge at the other's stations.
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Porsche Taycan electric-car interior revealed: Five screens, but driver-focusedThe interior of the 2020 Porsche Taycan sports a minimalist, clean look with up to five screens available in the all-electric car.
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Tesla solar fires, Mercedes-Benz electric van, August deals: Today's Car NewsWalmart sues Tesla over solar panel fires at its stores. Mercedes-Benz released a new electric van. A new survey shows the top reasons consumers avoid buying EVs. And we run down the best deals on plug-in, hybrid, and electric cars. All this and more on Green Car Reports. A new survey by Autolist...
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Hyundai 45 EV concept for Frankfurt show to highlight new design languageA Hyundai electric-car concept is coming to the upcoming Frankfurt auto show; it will show a new design theme and be built on a dedicated EV platform.
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With the EQV electric van, Mercedes-Benz is aiming for contractors and others who plan to upfit these vehicles for commercial use.
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Best deals on plug-in, hybrid, and electric cars for August 2019The Honda Clarity Electric, Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid, and Ford Fusion Hybrid are among the top deals of the month.
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Walmart lawsuit takes aim at Tesla solar panels (Updated)Walmart sued Tesla on Tuesday, alleging that solar panels that Tesla installed on seven Walmart stores caught fire. The lawsuit accuses Tesla of breach of contract, negligence, and failing to live up to industry standards, according to the court filing. Walmart alleges that the fires resulted in...
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Survey: Range, cost, infrastructure sum up why shoppers avoid EVsDriving range, vehicle cost, and charging infrastructure remain barriers that discourage would-be EV buyers.
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Long-distance Porsche Taycan, more Ford electrics, EPA chaos: Today's Car NewsPorsche covers more than 2,100 miles in 24 hours with its new Taycan electric car. A new report reveals two new electric SUVs coming from Ford. A deal between California and several automakers have thrown EPA efforts to roll back fuel-economy regulations into a tailspin. And our latest Twitter poll...
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Would buying carbon offsets assuage your tailpipe guilt? Twitter poll resultsWe asked our readers in a Twitter poll whether carbon offsets are an effective means of counteracting driving emissions.
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A report suggests there will be several different fully electric SUV models from Ford and Lincoln by 2023, including some to be made in Michigan.
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Porsche Taycan electric car covers 2,100 miles in 24 hoursPorsche demonstrated the performance and long-distance endurance of its upcoming electric car—and its 800-volt charging.
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California deal interrupts White House emissions rollback effortAutomakers frustrated with the lack of progress toward federal fuel economy and emissions standards made a deal with California.
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Rivian roofs, Porsche Taycan dash, CHAdeMO vs. CCS: Today's Car NewsPorsche teased the first look inside its Taycan electric car. Rivian announced that its upcoming R1S SUV will offer four different roof options. We take a tally of DC fast charging. And our latest Twitter poll asks readers if they think crash-test ratings are more or less important for EVs. All...
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Porsche shows Taycan interior in Apple Music announcementPorsche has given a first glimpse of the production interior for its Taycan electric car, as part of an announcement that it will feature Apple Music streaming.
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Are safety ratings more important for EVs or gas cars? Take our Twitter pollAre top safety ratings more important for electric cars or fuel-cell vehicles than for gasoline models?
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