Today in Car News
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In a podcast over the weekend, Tesla CEO Elon Musk released a few more details about the Tesla Pickup. A report shows higher-mpg taxis have had a beneficial effect on New York City air quality. US PIRG gives states failing grades on how they're spending diesel-scandal funds. And our Twitter poll asks how many EV drivers have used extension cords to plug in. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Musk says the new Tesla Pickup "won't look like a normal truck," and will have more truck-like capability than standard half-ton trucks. He also revealed pricing to start at less than $50,000. In...
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Tariff threats, BC's electrified push, electric cars and politics: Today's Car NewsChina threatens to tax key electric-car ingredients in the expanding trade war. Republicans and Democrats are surprisingly unified about electric cars in the U.S. And British Columbia is doing its part by banning sales of conventional gas and diesel vehicles starting in 2040. All this and more on...
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Tesla Model S update, Model Y decision, Nissan Leaf ad, Nio delays: Today's Car NewsA new ad likens the Nissan Leaf to a wingsuit. Chinese startup automaker Nio will delay introducing a car in the U.S. beyond 2020. Chevron staged a campaign to lobby against new EV chargers in Arizona. Reports claim Tesla's made a decision about where to make Model Y. All this and more on Green Car...
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Byton details, GM chargers, Opel electric, what readers want in fast charging: Today's Car NewsGM is planning an electric-car charging network. Chinese self-driving electric-car startup reveals more details about its upcoming models. Opel announces its first independent electric car. And our latest Twitter poll asks readers what's most important to them in fast-charging their electric cars...
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Tesla Autopilot gets bad marks, 2020 Karma Revero, Audi plug-ins: Today's Car NewsAudi ramps up the number of its future vehicles that will have charge ports. Karma opens a new luxury design center for its 2020 Revero. And BMW releases a new ad showing the retiring chairman of Mercedes going home to drive a BMW. Tesla Navigate on Autopilot makes drivers do the work in Consumer...
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Audi E-tron range, Rivian kitchen, more Piëchs, Chevron charging: Today's Car NewsRivian built an outdoor kitchen into its electric pickup. We took a road trip to assess the Audi E-tron's range in the real world. And EVgo is bringing fast chargers to gas stations. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Electric-truck hopeful Rivian is building all kinds of accessories for its...
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Audi reveals details of its new 2020 A5 55 TFSI e quattro for Europe. Our readers weigh in on the fairest way for electric-car drivers to contribute to road maintenance in our latest Twitter poll. Yes, Apple tried to make a move for Tesla—years ago. And we take a look at the value of a 2013 Model S—in present dollars—compared with a current Long Range Model S. All this and more on Green Car Reports. As Tesla's stock price has fallen, an investment-capital research analyst suggests that Apple might still be interested in acquiring Tesla. We take a look at how new technology...
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GM's over-the-air updates, EPA's new math, hydrogen from seawater: Today's Car NewsThe EPA plans to stop counting potential lives saved from new pollution rules. GM reveals a platform that's connected to the future. Stanford scientists devise a way to use seawater to make hydrogen. And our latest Twitter poll asks what types of incentives work best to sell EVs. All this and more...
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Tesla cutbacks, Norway EVs, Hyundai filters, Hawaii beaches: Today's Car NewsElectric cars have become "normal" in Norway. Hyundai aims to keep particulates out of the cabin. Hawaii fights climate change with a sea wall. And CEO Elon Musk takes another razor blade to Tesla expenses. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Oil-rich Norway has become famous for how many of...
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Renewable growth slows, CARB weighs its options, BMW i3 recalled: Today's Car NewsCARB braces for impact with new federal regulations, some BMW i3 hatchbacks will be recalled, and the NTSB found that Autopilot was engaged in Tesla Model 3 that was involved in a fatal crash.
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Mercedes' carbon-neutral future, Volvo's battery suppliers, Honda's EV: Today's Car NewsMercedes-Benz plans to go all-renewable—globally. Honda names its electric city car that's bound for Europe. And Volvo names its battery suppliers. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Volvo took an unusual step in naming its official battery suppliers for its upcoming electric vehicles...
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Mercedes-Benz EQC, VW's battery factory, Hyundai's electric sports car: Today's Car NewsWe're among the first to drive the Mercedes-Benz EQC. Volkswagen plans to invest $1.1 billion in a new battery factory in Germany. Hyundai and Kia invest $80 million in Croatian EV startup Rimac. And our Twitter poll asks how EV drivers should contribute to road maintenance. All this and more on...
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British vacuum-cleaner maker Dyson patents some designs for a future electric car. Maserati boss says not all carmakers will go all-electric. EVgo commits to all-renewable energy sources. And an annual AAA survey on electric cars shows that more Americans think cars will drive themselves in 2030 than will be all-electric. All this and more on Green Car Reports. New patent filings from electric-car hopeful and famous British vacuum maker Dyson show its first electric car could be an efficient crossover people-mover to compete with the Tesla Model X. Maserati's North American boss says the...
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Lincoln plugs in, EcoDiesel settlements, Electrify America rates: Today's Car NewsLincoln hopes plugging in will bring younger customers to its showrooms. A federal judge approves payouts to customers who bought Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram 1500 pickups with diesel engines. Electrify America rolls out a new mobile app, as well as new rates and membership plans. And our latest...
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Tesla EPA ratings, 2020 Hyundai Ioniq update, EVgo curbside chargers: Today's Car NewsReports emerging from around the electric-car industry point to a wave of possible battery shortages on the horizon. The EPA rates the new Tesla Model 3 Standard Range and Standard Range Plus, as well as the Model S Long Range. Hyundai reveals the range of the new battery in the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq...
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Tesla safety features, 2020 Toyota Prius Prime, Polestar tax credits: Today's Car NewsThe 2020 Toyota Prius Prime gets useful updates. Chinese electric-car startup Nio announced layoffs in the US. Polestar revealed that its cars will earn tax credits separately from parent-company Volvo. And Tesla announced that it will make some of its active lane control features standard. All...
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Tesla Model 3 for Canada, 2020 BMW 745e, LA's Green New Deal: Today's Car NewsTesla raises cash and introduces a new very short-range version of the Model 3 for Canada. The BMW 745e brings a new 6-cylinder engine, with lower fuel-economy ratings, and slightly more electric range for 2020. Los Angeles launches its own Green New Deal. All this and more on Green Car Reports...
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No more Smarts, Faraday Future revived, EPA plans around climate change: Today's Car NewsSmart will no longer sell cars in the U.S. Faraday Future announced two new investments that could keep it afloat long enough to build its long-awaited FF91. And the EPA is warning others to prepare for climate change—as it maintains it's not really an issue yet. All this and more on Green...
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A plan for more plug-in vehicles is changing form at Bentley—to what, we're not sure yet. A West Coast network could keep semis charged up. Analysts peer into the Tesla Roadster. And Ford's under federal scrutiny for emissions certifications. All this and more on Green Car Reports. The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation related to Ford's February disclosure that it might have polluted more than its emissions certifications suggest. The West Coast Electric Highway paved the way for electric-car road trips when they weren't possible in many other regions. Now states...
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Jaguar I-Pace sales, Tesla insurance and Model Y production: Today's Car NewsTesla could be entering the insurance business soon, and its Model Y crossover may not be Nevada-built after all. Jaguar may already be looking to reboot marketing for the I-Pace. And a Chinese-conceived electric sports car could be built in Washington State. All this and more on Green Car Reports...
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Teslas go farther, Ford and Rivian, Sono production, Colorado fines: Today's Car NewsTwo of the most popular electric-car companies had big news moments today. Startup electric truck-maker Rivian announced a $500 million tie-up with Ford. Tesla revamped its Model S and Model X lineups with both longer and shorter ranges. Colorado plans fines for charging-space violators. All this...
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Audi E-tron delays, EVgo Autocharge, Hyundai-Kia EV app: Today's Car NewsRivian reveals the company plans six new models. Hyundai and Kia release an app to customize settings and performance for plug-in cars. Audi faces more battery delays for its long-awaited E-tron electric SUV. EVgo turns on the first non-Tesla fast chargers with one-step Plug'n Charge. All this and...
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Aston Martin Rapide E, Karma Revero GT, Tesla battery recycling: Today's Car NewsAston Martin revealed the production version of its first electric car, the Rapide E, while California startup electric-carmaker Karma rolled out its updated Revero GT and a new Pininfarina GT Coupe in Shanghai. Tesla announced a new battery recycling facility at its Nevada Gigafactory. And our...
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Electric-car sales slump, Karma's future, Geely Geometry: Today's Car NewsGeely launches a new electric-vehicle brand, and Karma teases more about its future product plans. And Tesla wasn't the only one with a plug-in vehicle sales slump in the first quarter. As we ramp up for auto shows in Shanghai and New York, it's the start of what's bound to be a busy week here at...
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