Bengt Halvorson, Senior Editor
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EV tax credit details, F-150 Lightning prices up, Hummer EV, Jeep Magneto and Recon: Today’s Car News Bengt HalvorsonF-150 Lightning prices rise again, GMC teases an overlanding version of the Hummer EV, and Jeep provides another glimpse of what it takes to make a Wrangler EV. And tax-credit details released this...
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Base Ford F-150 Lightning price hiked again, now above $60,000The latest adjustment adds $4,000 to the base version of the fully electric F-150—meaning it now adds up to $61,869 with destination.
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Tax credits for many American-made EVs will drop on April 18Tax Day is getting some extra sting this year for EV shoppers.
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GMC teases Hummer EV SUV overlanding concept with solar roofWith a Hummer EV SUV variant oriented toward off-the-grid overlanding, GMC might help pull a niche that's been diesel-focused over to electric.
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US EV charging locator will soon display cost, charge powerAdditionally, the White House provided updates on the shift to EVs for federal agencies and charging-station deployment by them.
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Toyota wireless charging, Kia EV9 details, Tesla Model X investigated: Today’s Car NewsSpecs and details for the 2024 Kia EV9 electric SUV are out. Tesla Model X seat belts are under scrutiny. And Toyota sees dynamic wireless charging in its future. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Kia has revealed specs and various details on the 2024 EV9 electric SUV. Shaping up as a rival...
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After an extensive test with dynamic wireless charging installed on a Toyota RAV4 Prime, Israel-based Electreon is on a path with Toyota and its top-tier supplier Denso to develop a dynamic wireless...
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2024 Kia EV9 electric SUV debuts with 800V charging, future V2GThe EV9 is an all-electric SUV sized closely to the gasoline Honda Pilot or Toyota Highlander, or the Rivian R1S EV.
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EV materials from Japan, Lucid recall, EV battery degradation: Today’s Car NewsToyota sees dynamic wireless charging in its future. Lucid has used over-the-air software to lessen the scope of a physical recall repair. And battery degradation is gradual and likely won’t brick a used EV. This and more, here at Green Car Reports A clever application of a diagnostic tool...
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Aptera driver-assist tech, 2024 Sonata design, used Tesla prices plunge: Today’s Car NewsPrices on used EV have fallen dramatically, and the Tesla Model 3 leads the way. Aptera is the first to use open-source-based Openpilot for driver-assist tech. LG plans a mammoth Arizona plant. And Hyundai previewed the new look of the 2024 Sonata Hybrid. Hyundai has revealed the design of the 2024...
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2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid refresh will embrace sporty sideThe front end is lower, with a horizontal look that some may see as borrowed from the Ioniq 6 EV.
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Nissan Ariya e-4orce, Dodge Hornet PHEV, Kia EV5, Ford Explorer EV: The Week in ReverseWhich EV brand started including Tesla Superchargers in its interface? Which state is running out of money for its EV rebates, partly because sales are so strong? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 24, 2023...
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Ford on Friday confirmed the project name for its next-generation electric truck: Project T3.
Short for “Trust The Truck,” the project aims to create a truck that’s “fully...
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Audi Q4 E-Tron review, Mullen GT, in-wheel motors in cars: Today’s Car NewsThe flashy Qiantu K50 that looked like a Chinese rival to the Tesla Roadster is back with a U.S. plan. In-wheel motors make their debut in a passenger car. And the Q4 E-Tron leaves us underwhelmed. This and more, here at Green Car Reports A follow-up test drive of the 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron electric...
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Dodge Hornet PHEV drive, Hyundai charging robot, Mexico and EVs: Today’s Car NewsWe drive the first plug-in Dodge and get PowerShots. Hyundai shows a charging robot that could be used for self-driving cars or accessibility features. And Mexico is building a lot of EVs but not buying them. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In a first drive and review of the 2024 Dodge...
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Electric Ford Explorer, Kia EV5, made-in-US Genesis EV, battery cost and insurance: Today’s Car NewsFord reveals an all-electric Explorer. Kia shows a smaller EV5 electric SUV. EV battery packs could create an insurance-cost issue. And Genesis ramps up American-made EVs. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Genesis is now building its Electrified GV70 EV in Alabama. We took a look at why...
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Europe gets an all-electric Ford Explorer, with VW's assistRelated to the Volkswagen ID.4, the electric Explorer revealed on Tuesday isn’t due to ever be sold in the U.S.
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Nissan Ariya e-4orce review, Oregon EV rebates, workplace charging and solar: Today’s Car NewsWorkplace charging should be emphasized by policy to take advantage of daily solar production, a study suggests. Oregon’s EV rebates may be on hiatus due to funding. And we bring you some first driving impressions of the Nissan Ariya e-4orce. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In a...
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The Ariya e-4orce is one of a growing cohort of dual-motor electric crossovers offering up all-weather traction and 0-60 mph times of less than five seconds. But as the e-4orce badging hints,...
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Lexus RZ review, Kia EV9 debut, affordable VW EV, peak oil timeline: The Week in ReverseWhich big electric truck can give other EVs 20 miles or more of range per hour? Why are EVs a traffic-safety threat, according to one of the major U.S. safety agencies? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 17, 2023. In a...
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7-Eleven EV charging, BMW EV interface, peak ICE and peak oil: Today’s Car NewsBMW confirms a futuristic EV interface that puts the windshield to use. Peak ICE vehicle sales is already in the past and peak oil is just a few years ahead. And how will 7-Eleven’s charging network take form? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The convenience-store chain 7-Eleven has...
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VW ID.2all, Tesla right to repair, costs sour home charging: Today’s Car NewsThe soaring costs of residential electricity may be taking a toll on EV charging satisfaction. VW introduces one of its upcoming small, affordable EVs for Europe. And Tesla owners want to repair their cars independently. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Owners are suing Tesla and seeking...
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Electricity price hikes are souring home EV charging satisfactionEV owners are also less satisfied with their charging speed, Power observes, in a trend that could be closely related to the rising size of EV battery packs.
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Kia EV9 design, $2.5B for EV charging, weight and EV safety: Today’s Car NewsA luxurious three-row electric SUV from Kia is previewed. A $2.5 billion federal program will help get more charging to communities and local travel corridors, over years. And what’s the greatest safety concern related to EVs? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Kia provided a first...
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