Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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U.S. EV adoption rates continue to rise overall, but vary significantly by state, according to a new J.D. Power study.
On a nationwide basis, EV adoption is rising steadily in the U.S., with EV sales...
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2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron shows off a new interior for brand's EVsAmong the features set for upmarket Audi EVs are a passenger-side screen that can show videos, with a "digital blind" to keep the driver from being distracted.
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Mercedes EV concept touts efficiency focus, 800V drive systemThe Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA-Class shows off the engineering of the Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) that will serve as the basis for four compact EVs in multiple body styles
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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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2025 Mini Cooper, Countryman EVs lead brand's electric remakeBut both the Cooper and Countryman will still be offered in gasoline form, as the brand starts to shift to electric.
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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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The Rivian R1T electric pickup truck gets up to 410 miles of EPA range with the largest 180-kwh Max pack, according to Rivian, and these long-range runners appear to be on track for fall deliveries.
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Ford aside, automakers are fighting EV-focused EPA emissions targetsGM 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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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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EVs have surpassed at least 5% of new car sales in 23 countries, according to a new Bloomberg report.
Much of that sales growth has happened in the past year, according to the report. Five more...
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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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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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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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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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It's more expensive to repair an EV—especially a Tesla—after a collision, but also more likely that the car can still be driven while waiting for repairs, according to a new auto damage...
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California pivots state EV incentives to lower-income driversIn 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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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.
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Ford patents bidirectional charging adapters for fleet chargingTech in the adapter would allow a vehicle equipped for bidirectional charging to discharge power from its charge port, to another vehicle.
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