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2020 Honda Insight doesn't budge versus Ioniq, Corolla Hybrid

Green Car Reports

As choices among hybrid small sedans have expanded, Honda is standing pat with the 2020 Insight. The Insight was introduced in 2019 as a separate model based on the Civic sedan, but with unique sheetmetal, a nicer interior, and the Accord Hybrid's two-motor hybrid drive system.

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Tesla Autopilot update, electric Ford F-150, 2020 Honda Insight: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

The 2020 Honda Insight hybrid gets a slight price increase. Tesla's next big software release will bring significant changes to Autopilot. A Canadian company already creates an electric F-150. And we step back and ask if EV conversions matter today. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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DiDi to introduce first shared EV fleet to Mexico; 700+ EVs and hybrids to start

Green Car Congress

In 2020, DiDi Mexico plans to roll out a number of new initiatives on smart and sustainable urban mobility. As the first new energy initiative for ride-hailing in Latin America, DiDi will introduce a fleet of electric and hybrid vehicles to its platform in Mexico. 200 EVs are exclusive for DiDi drivers.

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Breaking: Honda Issues Major Recall Affecting 750,000+ Vehicles for Critical Safety Flaw

The Truth About Cars

Notification letters to owners are set to be dispatched starting March 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall is filed under Honda's internal codes XHP and VHQ.

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Ford ups its electrified vehicle ante to $11B; 86% trucks and SUVs in the product mix by 2020

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Ford management gave an update on its product line plans, touting that by 2020, the company will offer “North America’s freshest lineup among all full-line automakers,” with its average showroom age dropping from 5.7 By 2020, trucks and SUVs—including electrified vehicles—are to represent 86% of Ford’s product mix.

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Ford introducing new midsize SUV in China; Territory will offer 48V mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants

Green Car Congress

Territory customers can choose between a fuel-efficient gasoline engine option; 48V mild hybrid with Miller-Cycle technology; and a plug-in hybrid powertrain when it goes on sale in early 2019. million in 2020, up from 10.8 Ford developed the Territory together with its joint venture partner, Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC).

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Clean Fleet Report

Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited. While the looks are what catches the eye in the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited, it is the efficiency that raises an eyebrow. Hyundai has electrification figured out, with the Sonata Hybrid reaping the benefits in what may be the best hybrid sedan you can buy.

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