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But both the Cooper and Countryman will still be offered in gasoline form, as the brand starts to shift to electric.
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Model 3 refresh, Rivian Max pack range, Fisker Pear photos: Today’s Car NewsRivian tops 400 miles of EPA range with its Max pack. Fisker provides a closer look at its affordable Pear EV. And the Tesla Model 3 gets a new look and more—for Europe. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Tesla on Thursday night revealed a revamped version of the Model 3 for Europe...
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Fisker Pear urban EV to offer AWD, range up to 320 milesFisker claims the Pear will be offered with two battery options allowing 180 miles or 320 miles of range, with available all-wheel drive.
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Rivian R1T claims up to 410-mile EPA range with Max packThe 410-mile range applies to trucks with 21-inch wheels; range drops to 380 miles with 22-inch wheels and 355 miles with 20-inch wheels and all-terrain tires.
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Updated Tesla Model 3 bows for Europe with aero look, updated cabinAn updated aero look and various cabin updates herald the first significant refresh for the Model 3 since its 2017 U.S. arrival and 2019 arrival in Europe.
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Tesla theft rate, Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, tailpipe emissions and an EV future: Today’s Car NewsTesla models are rarely stolen. Recent regulatory comments suggest automakers aren’t walking the walk toward their own EV targets. And Hyundai reveals more about the redesigned 2024 Sonata Hybrid. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The upcoming 2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid made an...
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GM is among several full-line automakers appearing to rally most egregiously for more permitted tailpipe pollution, while preaching of EVs as the future.
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Why are Teslas, EVs stolen less often than gasoline vehicles?Adjusted for the vehicle population, the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y have the lowest frequency of claims of any vehicles—and the IIHS suggests a simple explanation.
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2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid makes more of regenerative brakingThe 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.
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Rivian Dual-Motor vs. Quad-Motor, eSprinter priced, green hydrogen: Today’s Car NewsMercedes’ electric vans get a U.S. price tag. We look at how Rivian Dual-Motor models compare to Quad-Motor models. And what makes green hydrogen worthy of a federal incentive? This and more, here at Green Car Reports Rivian’s Enduro motor unit, made by the company itself in Illinois...
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Mercedes’ first US electric vans are now available starting at $74,181The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter will be made in South Carolina and equipped with CATL LFP cells, permitting a range likely to top all other electric vans currently available.
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Rivian R1S, R1T: Quad-Motor vs. Dual-Motor EVs comparedWith its Enduro drive unit, Rivian looks to put its growing pains in the rearview mirror of its Dual-Motor electric vehicles.
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The U.S. Treasury hasn't yet made a critical definition of green hydrogen—and it pits shorter-term industry potential versus potential long-term innovation.
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Tesla range loss, Mercedes charging hubs, EV tipping point: Today’s Car NewsEVs top 5% of the market in 23 countries. A study looks at Tesla range degradation related to fast-charging. And Mercedes paints a more complete picture of how its American charging efforts might fit together. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. As an American EV fast-charging network is...
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Tesla range not degraded by frequent fast-charging, study findsResults show no significant acceleration of range degradation for those who fast-charge 90% of the time versus those fast-charging less than 10% of the time, according to Recurrent.
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Report: EVs now top 5% of new vehicle sales in 23 countriesAt 5%, sales might accelerate, assuming the same adoption curve for EVs as for other technologies—although charging hurdles and cost barriers are among the factors potentially getting in the way.
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Mercedes renews plans for its own EV fast-charging hubsMercedes' High Power Charging Network will be differentiated in North America from the EV charging network being established with six other automakers, the automaker clarified with renewed info on its global charging plans.
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Audi Q8 E-Tron range, Elantra Hybrid recall, Tesla Powerwall power plant: Today’s Car NewsTesla owners prove the merit of virtual power plants in Texas. The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid gets recalled over a hybrid-software fault. And the Audi Q8 E-Tron hits 300 miles of range. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Audi is delivering 300 EPA miles for its Q8 E-Tron, as promised. But as...
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The boxier Q8 E-Tron SUV body style does nearly as well at 285 miles.
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2021-2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid recalled for unintended accelerationBrakes are unaffected and owners can continue to drive their cars until recall work is completed, Hyundai says.
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Tesla Powerwall owners will boost Texas power grid, make moneyA "virtual power plant" pilot program will pay Tesla Powerwall owners to provide an extra boost to stabilize the electrical grid at peak times.
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Kia EV5, Mercedes EQB, Leaf 2.0, electric convertibles, EV collision repair: The Week in ReverseWhich EV is the lowest-rated by the EPA in efficiency? Which state is revamping its EV incentives toward low-income drivers? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending August 25, 2023. A series of tech and styling improvements due in...
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Kia EV5, Volvo electric minivan, Nissan Leaf replacement, EV quality issues: Today’s Car NewsNissan is reportedly readying a Leaf replacement. Volvo teases an electric minivan. The Kia EV5 bows from China but looks ready to tackle ID.4. And why do EV owners see more quality issues? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Kia EV5 was officially revealed in China, but it appears to be...
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EV have more quality issues than ICE models, study findsThe propulsion tech isn't directly to blame; the trouble remains the additional tech features EVs are more likely to have.
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