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- Karma Automotive still exists
- The automaker plans to unveil a concept vehicle in August
- The concept might be an SUV
Karma this week said it will show up to next month's 2024 Monterey Car Week with...
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Electric Porsche Cayenne to live alongside gasoline-fueled models
Porsche is already testing an electric Cayenne but the current Cayennes, including plug-in hybrids and non-hybrids, will live on into the next decade.
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Ferrari sees synthetic fuel as savior of ICE supercars
In a world of stricter emission rules, Ferrari may turn to carbon-neutral alternatives to gasoline to help keep its ICE cars on the road.
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Deployable rear step with diffuser may improve efficiency for electric trucks
A new patent from Stellantis shows a feature that could boost both range and practicality of electric trucks.
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Cadillac Sollei EV convertible concept looks back to go forward
Cadillac's convertible concept shares its design and possibly powertrain with the Celestiq electric flagship.
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2025 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is a 771-hp plug-in hybrid
Porsche's latest Panamera has received its fourth and final plug-in hybrid powertrain.
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- The electric Porsche Macan lineup gains two variants for 2025
- Base Porsche Macan EVs are now single-motor and rear-wheel drive
- The 2025 Porsche Macan EV costs $77,295
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Ferrari may offer $7,500 subscription for EV battery service, replacement
Ferrari may offer battery replacements every eight years to ensure no loss of performance in its EVs.
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2026 Genesis Electrified G80 goes long on luxury and comfort
Genesis' electric sedan has grown its wheelbase, resulting in more space for rear-seat passengers.
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Rivian teases five vehicles in investor presentation
Rivian may be working on additional vehicles beyond the upcoming R2 and R3.
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Ferrari plots first EV—for $500,000 or more
Ferrari's first electric car races in next year, but it may not be one of the brand's traditional supercars.
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Out of charge: Fisker files for bankruptcy, again
Fisker's assets will go up for sale after the company declared bankruptcy this week.
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Chrysler will use the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show starting in Las Vegas later today to announce plans to launch its first electric vehicle by 2025, and eventually a full-electric lineup by as...
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Jeep to present plug-in hybrid Wrangler, Compass and Renegade at 2020 CES
It's been a long time coming but Jeep is finally ready to unveil its first production plug-in hybrids. Some readers may recall Jeep rolled out a plug-in hybrid Wrangler prototype as far back as 2008, though the global financial crisis put that particular project on ice. Fast forward today and Jeep...
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2017 Chevy Bolt EV rated a Top Safety Pick by IIHS
The Chevrolet Bolt EV has just been awarded a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This makes it the first electric car from the 2017 model year to receive an IIHS award. In order to qualify as an IIHS Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must earn the highest score of...
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Buick mild hybrid, Hyundai Kona, Canadian plug-in sales: Today’s Car News
Today, we highlighted the 2018 Buick LaCrosse’s new mild-hybrid option, learned a few details about a new electric car from Hyundai, and looked at plug-in sales for Canada. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Buick’s brought down the price of its LaCrosse by introducing a new...
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2018 Buick LaCrosse gets eAssist mild-hybrid powertrain
When the 2017 Buick LaCrosse made its debut at the 2015 Los Angeles auto show, the eAssist mild-hybrid powertrain offered in the previous-generation model was noticeably absent. Buick has rectified the issue for the 2018 model year by announcing that its 2018 LaCrosse will come standard with a...
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California found a new cheat device in Audi transmissions: report
Just when it looked like the Volkswagen Group was getting a grip on its diesel emissions cheating scandal that erupted in September 2015, a report has come out claiming the automaker has cars with a different type of “defeat device” used to hide emissions from regulators...
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French automaker Venturi used to be known for its distinctive supercars, often turbocharged to give their humble mechanicals a lot more potency.
After limited success, the company was rebooted...
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Nikola's all-electric, all-terrain vehicle packs Tesla-size battery pack
It’s not quite the electric vehicle we were expecting from Nikola Motor Company but this rough-and-tumble buggy is actually the American startup’s first product. It’s called the Nikola Zero, and it’s a pure electric UTV (Utility Task Vehicle) whose battery has a...
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2017 Mazda 3 debuts with new look, improved dynamics
When it comes to compact cars, the Mazda 3 stands out due to its handsome looks and sporty dynamics. Mazda has set out to improve both of these traits with an updated version of its popular compact. The updated Mazda 3 was unveiled today in Japan and has been confirmed for sale in the United States...
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Tesla Model X 60D entry-level model arrives with 200-mi range
With Tesla Motors [NSDQ:TSLA] recently reviving the 60-kilowatt-hour battery option for the Model S, it was only a matter of time until the option was added to the related Model X. Tesla finally made it official on Tuesday when it announced the Model X 60D. The good news for potential buyers is...
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Nissan moves to take control of Mitsubishi
Nissan confirmed on Thursday it will acquire 34 percent of Mitsubishi in a deal worth 237 billion yen (approximately $2.17 billion). The deal, which still requires shareholder approval, will make Nissan the single largest shareholder in Mitsubishi and provide it with control of the company...
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Audi CEO pledges one electric (or electrified) car each year
Audi is a little behind fellow German automaker BMW in the area of electrified autos, but it has a plan in place to address this shortcoming. Speaking during Audi’s annual general meeting in the automaker’s home of Ingolstadt, Germany, CEO Rupert Stadler outlined a plan to introduce at...
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