Today we look at Tesla's attempts to court Japanese battery suppliers for a possible "Gigafactory" project, the states with the most diesel vehicles, and one dealer that isn't too keen on the Kia Soul EV electric car. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Unconcerned with low gas prices, General Motors battery-tech chief says the carmaker will forge ahead with new electrified vehicles.

A new version of a bill calling for fairness in natural-gas fuel taxation is introduced in Congress.

Tesla urges Japanese battery suppliers to take greater risks as it courts them for a possible Gigafactory project.

A new study finds that jobs are getting further away, which means people need to drive longer distances.

Find out why one Kia dealer says you shouldn't want to buy a Soul EV electric car.

It turns out that leasing a 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI is actually a better deal than leasing the gasoline version.

Which states have the most diesel vehicles? New data gives results.

The 2015 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax are recalled to fix a power steering flaw.

Finally, the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro will be the latest new car to shed wait through more-extensive use of aluminum.

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