Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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Seven states and the District of Columbia led the nation in plug-in car registrations in 2022, each with more than 10 per thousand people, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
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Study finds EV owners are less satisfied with dealership serviceCompared to owners of gasoline vehicles, EV owners aren't nearly as satisfied with dealership service. That's mostly due to the high rate of recalls for EVs in recent months.
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Utility proposes huge EV charging network funded by ratepayersIn Minnesota, Xcel Energy has proposed to build, own, and operate its own network of 730 charging sites by 2026, with $27 million of the expense coming from ratepayers.
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EVs won't lose range towing Lightship L1 electric RV, company claimsLightship aims to be the Tesla of RV makers, with a clean-sheet approach, and its L1 electrified travel trailer packs 80 kwh and its own propulsion system.
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Optimized air suspension could aid EV range, protect batteriesHyundai Mobis argues that by incorporating sensor inputs, its air suspension could have a positive impact on performance and efficiency.
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2023 Nissan Ariya recalled because steering wheel might detachA steering-wheel bolt on Nissan's new crossover EV may need attention.
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With production of its Endurance electric pickup truck stalled by a recall, Lordstown Motors appears to be moving on to a next-generation vehicle platform developed in close collaboration with...
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The SUV market is fueling global oil demand, clouding CO2 targetsAnd electric SUVs don't solve the problem. Additional CO2 emissions from SUVs in 2022 overshadowed the increased sales of electric vehicles.
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VW's Scout confirms $40,000 electric SUV, $2B South Carolina plantVW's Scout brand will make its first model a "rugged utility vehicle" or "RUV," followed "in quick succession" by a larger electric pickup truck.
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US EV trip lengths are way up, nearly equaling gasoline tripsThe typical daily EV trip length of 30 miles is approaching that covered by gasoline models, according to real-world data from connected cars.
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Kia previews design of production EV9 flagship electric SUVThe EV9 is due to reach U.S. dealerships in the second half of 2023, and it's due to become the brand's flagship model, with a price approaching that of luxury brands.
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Tesla opens some US Superchargers to other EVs, offers CCS retrofitIn the U.S. this is an essential step toward Tesla opening up "a portion" of its network toward models using CCS—and thus claiming federal funds.
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The United States Postal Service (USPS) this week announced plans to buy 9,250 Ford E-Transit electric vans, which will get the ball rolling on electrification while the Postal Service waits for its...
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Analysis: Lighter EVs are greenest, thirsty gas trucks are meanestThis year's Greenest list includes the Mini Cooper SE, Nissan Leaf, and Toyota bZ4X.
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Indiana-made drive modules may muscle EVs from Ram, Jeep, DodgeIn the same area, Stellantis has announced a $2.5 billion battery factory under a joint venture with battery supplier Samsung SDI.
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Research: Tires and brakes emit more particulates than tailpipesTires and brakes are the source of 52% of road-vehicle particulate emissions, say researchers.
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Vinfast drops VF 8 lease price, confirms US deliveries start March 1Vinfast also plans a U.S. factory in North Carolina, due to build VF 8 and VF 9 EVs starting in 2024
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Study: Heated surfaces could help boost range in some EVsEngineers found that heating surfaces rather than air reduced energy consumption by 13% in delivery vans, equating to a 5% increase in range based on real-world charging patterns.
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Nissan Ariya electric SUVs are making part of their journey to dealerships on electric semi trucks.
The automaker said in a press release said it will use up to four battery-electric Class 8 semis...
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Study: Gas-vehicle resale worries could drive subscriptionsSubscriptions may not just be for people uncertain about EVs. Worries over ICE-vehicle resale value are also driving subscription interest.
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Here are the EVs and plug-in hybrids with top IIHS safety ratingsDespite strengthened requirements, the IIHS named seven plug-in models to its Top Safety Pick honor roll.
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California may mandate replacement-tire efficiency standardsThe California Energy Commission (CEC) wants replacement tires to be as efficient as original tires.
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Rivian considers cool air fanned under truck for faster chargingDirecting chilled area to the battery packs of electric trucks as they're charged may help speed up charging, a patent suggests.
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VW sees EV efficiency gains from optimizing its own componentsVolkswagen may be turning less to suppliers for the design of key EV propulsion components and more to in-house development.
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