Green Car News
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The C-HR+ and smaller Urban Cruiser electric crossovers lead the charge in Toyota’s push to electrification in Europe.
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Certain Ford F-150 Lightnings recalled due to possible short circuit, fireA subset of F-150 Lightnings shouldn't be charged above 80% until inspected and may need to receive a new battery pack due to a possible short-circuit issue.
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Bankrupt Nikola recalls trucks due to possibly damaged hydrogen fuel tanksTroubles for Nikola, and the startup's handful of semi truck buyers, seemingly aren't over.
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Next Mercedes-Benz electric vans to feature 800V systemMercedes-Benz's Van.EA EV platform will be able to fast-charge quickly thanks to a more future-proofed electrical architecture.
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2021-2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E recalled third time for power loss issuesSome Ford Mustang Mach-Es are still suffering from a possible loss of power despite multiple recalls.
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Study: Only 12% of EV owners consider going back to gasolineRecent results suggest that previous gripes related to charging have abated as the infrastructure has built out.
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With wireless battery management, supplier SK On sees cooling fluid intermingling with cells and modules to keep battery temperature in check.
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Aptera tests solar-powered EV, after dropping in-wheel motorsThe efficiency-focused startup last year cut out the hub motors it made a buzz about; now it's tested the new drivetrain.
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Stellantis proposes multi-speed transmission for EVsIn a filed patent, Stellantis outlines an EV transmission that would employ magnetic viscous fluid, allowing it to shift more efficiently than hydraulic automatics.
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Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vs. Toyota Land Cruiser: Boxy hybrid SUVs divergeBetween the retro-overtures of the Land Cruiser and the deceptively squarish Santa Fe, these two hybrids highlight the blurred lines and conflicting missions of modern SUVs.
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Rivian patented active aero wheel coversSuch a design might allow tall, boxy vehicles to optimize aerodynamics while allowing for better brake cooling when needed.
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2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning may charge quicker after software updateBy raising the maximum permitted DC fast-charge current, Ford has enabled quicker charging stops for older F-150 Lightning electric pickups.
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The 500e Giorgio Armani Collector's Edition remains set to arrive for 2025 but doesn't yet have a price tag.
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Electric Maserati MC20 Folgore supercar canceled due to lack of demandMaserati had promised fully electric versions of every model by 2025, but in its great greening it's so far only deleted V-8 engines.
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VW ID.4 and Audi Q4 E-Tron EVs recalled due to software issueVehicles might potentially roll away because owners might not realize they'd only been shifted to Neutral.
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Telo shows its $41,520 electric truck in pre-production formThe tiny Telo MT1 has its interior design set in place, and a Monster Tunnel for gear under its 5-foot bed. And it's still about the length of a Mini Cooper.
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Volvo EX60 EV teased ahead of 2026 debutThe upcoming EX60 will be sized somewhere between the compact EX30 and the three-row EX90 flagship and is set to debut a more scalable SPA3 architecture.
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Kia EV9 will power your house for $6,440Home backup capability could make allow the Kia EV9 to become a giant backup battery the equivalent to many Tesla Powerwalls.
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Owners may encounter driveline noise and a warning message for an issue in some of the initial EV9 EVs made at Kia's Georgia plant.
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VW ID.Every1 previews sub-$25,000 ID.1It's not planned for U.S. sales, but should it be?
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Chevrolet Silverado EV ZR2 concept takes EV trucks off-road racingChevy put the Hummer EV's tri-motor powertrain in the Silverado EV along with off-road upgrades to test the setup during a race.
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Volvo ES90 debuts as a high-riding electric hatchThe ES90 bucks the SUV trend, as an especially long hatchback with all the technology prowess of the brand's EX90 SUV.
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2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL costs $132,695, arrives mid-2025A longer electric SUV promises more space for third-row passengers and cargo—but the same horsepower and driving range.
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Higher-mpg Nissan Rogue hybrid is coming: What makes e-Power different?Nissan used to offer U.S. hybrids, but in its era of e-Power it’s saved them for other markets. In its third generation, the tech is finally U.S.-bound.
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