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The Polestar 2 finds its sweet spot with a shift to rear-wheel drive, but it’s still not for everyone.
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2024 VW ID.4 EV gets more power, likely boost to rangeA new power unit at the rear wheels in both single- and dual-motor models with the larger battery pack will boost performance and bring a range improvement, VW suggests.
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2023 Toyota Prius, Prime plug-in hybrid make IIHS Top Safety Pick+ listWhile the IIHS list of top EV, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid safety performers was sparse just a few years ago, it now includes the Rivian R1T, Tesla Model Y, VW ID.4, and more.
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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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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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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.
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US hydrogen economy ramps up for federal incentives not yet definedThe 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 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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2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron joins the 300-mile club—in Sportback formThe boxier Q8 E-Tron SUV body style does nearly as well at 285 miles.
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Brakes 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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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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Kia EV5 revealed, might be US-bound to face ID.4 and AriyaThe EV5 would give Kia a product that directly tackles compact EVs the size of the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.
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Report: Future Nissan EV lineup includes Leaf sequelStarting around 2025, a boxy counterpoint to the Ariya and a replacement for the Leaf may join the electric sedan set to be made in Mississippi.
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Study: Collision repair remains much more expensive for EVsLooking at second-quarter 2023 industry data, average repair costs for EVs were $963 higher in the U.S. versus comparable internal-combustion vehicles.
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In late 2023, the state will expand its Clean Cars 4 All program, which considers applicant income, as a replacement for the Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP).
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2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB EV refreshes tech, preserves boxy brillianceDon't expect a lot more range or faster charging, but a sharpened look and improved cabin interface keep this well-packed EV in top form.
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Vinfast claims 330-mile EPA range for three-row VF 9The VF 9 is one of the EVs Vinfast plans to build in North Carolina starting in 2024.
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AI could boost efficiency of solar EVs, make them viableResearch suggests AI might enable more from solar by optimizing output for the full range of lighting conditions and other variables.
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Honda and Acura EVs will also adopt Tesla NACS standardDetails regarding what and when for upcoming Honda and Acura vehicles haven't yet been announced—partly as so much of it depends on GM.
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GMC Hummer EV official EPA ratings show lowest MPGe of any EVWhat do its low MPGe figures mean? In short, thinking over the long run, its 50 MPGe is still much better than 50 mpg.
Stephen Edelstein