Green Car Reports

MARCH 26, 2024

CATL might be making cells for the very affordable Tesla. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Nissan announces a three-row electric SUV due in 2028. Genesis rolls out a large electric SUV concept and a performance GV60. And why are we having our EVs charge at night if we work from home?

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

market future around hybrid trucks, electric ones, or both? And we get drive time in the very affordable and quick Volvo EX30, just as Volvo plans out its future around bidirectional charging in some of its other models. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Is Nissan planning its U.S.

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 14, 2023

Which company revealed several upcoming affordable EVs? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 13, 2023. For EV shoppers, why is leasing a more popular vs. buying than it was last year?

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Baua Electric

MAY 22, 2024

GM gets its plug-in hybrids ready for 2027 and considers an electric Camaro. The Civic Hybrid will be perky and provide nearly 50 mpg. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. GM is reportedly considering an affordable Chevy Camaro EV as part of its rollout of Ultium electric vehicles. And VW puts its ID.7

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Baua Electric

APRIL 30, 2024

And the most affordable Lexus gets more fuel-efficient. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2025 Lexus UX 300h has gone hybrid-only , and the most popular AWD version of this model gets a noteworthy gas-mileage boost. The Mercedes G-wagen EV goes die-cast, with a sustainability twist.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 15, 2024

Honda built its original reputation around affordable small cars like its Civic. As Honda’s global CEO alluded this past week in a Q&A with Green Car Reports and various automotive and tech media at CES, it doesn’t see how the parallel pencils out quite yet. 2024 Honda Prologue Honda hasn’t had a U.S.

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Baua Electric

MAY 17, 2024

Honda will leverage EV hardware in a new all-wheel drive system for future hybrids, while also targeting two million annual EV sales by the end of the decade, according to a Thursday business update from the automaker. Under this strategy, for example, the Honda Insight will be replaced by a Civic Hybrid.

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

In 2011, Green Car Reports launched an award for the new car, or family of cars, that represented the best green vehicle introduced for the model year. The Nissan Leaf won that year because it was the sole affordable battery-electric vehicle on the market.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The $25,000 Tesla might remain mothballed, but the company sees the need for affordable models. And Jeep is adding to its lineup of plug-in hybrid Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe versions. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Jeep today announced an expansion of its 4xe plug-in hybrid family.

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Baua Electric

DECEMBER 30, 2023

This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending December 29, 2023. We rounded up all the affordable EVs that are arriving in 2024 and 2025 , and if automakers hold to their word—or at least their hints—it’s going to get better for those who don’t have a luxury budget.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Plug-in hybrid sales sputter in California. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid, Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid, and Ioniq Electric arrive to dealerships soon. The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq lineup arrives, just ahead of an Ioniq 5 debut. They’ve.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 5, 2023

Alfa Romeo’s new plug-in hybrid points toward EVs but doesn’t wow on mpg. And Colorado ramps up its state EV credits and looks to affordability. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Why is the electric VW Bus taking so long to arrive in America? GM and Stellantis pay fuel economy fines.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

Which affordable electric vehicle earned top safety recognition? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending September 24, 2021. What issue is splitting automakers’ support of a proposed EV tax credit expansion?

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Baua Electric

MAY 15, 2024

And BYD drops a Shark of a plug-in hybrid pickup south of the border. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The same morning the Biden administration hiked tariffs vs. Chinese EVs in an effort to keep them out of the market, China’s BYD Shark plug-in hybrid pickup made its debut in Mexico. sales gains.

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Baua Electric

MAY 4, 2024

Which automaker is adding hybrid production at its U.S. Which Lexus model has gone hybrid-only for 2025? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending May 3, 2024. dedicated EV plant? The UX 300h AWD now gets 43 mpg combined, and it starts around $40,000.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid beats the RAV4 Prime on affordability. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. BMW is sitting out the race for more mass-market EV range. And controversy swirls over a boost being given to unions as part of the EV tax credit. We help break down why.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 30, 2024

version of the UX looks mostly the same as it did for 2024 and in previous model years, it’s now a hybrid-only model. 2025 Lexus UX vs 2024 Lexus UX EPA ratings The new hybrid emphasis brings with it an updated fifth-generation version of Toyota’s planetary-gear-based hybrid system, pairing a 2.0-liter Although this U.S.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 2, 2019

Audi plans a more affordable, shorter-range E-tron in Europe. The Kia Optima Hybrid merges back in for 2020 with minor changes. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Tesla is introducing a larger stationary battery pack for businesses. And a California startup company wants to turn CO2 into gasoline.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 17, 2020

Volkswagen has some electric urban hatchbacks in the works—based on its platform for affordable, mass-produced EVs. And we took Honda’s first hybrid crossover out for a drive. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Coal isn’t making much economic sense.

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Ford is betting on commercial vehicles, affordability, and supporting a new business model as it goes electric. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Aston Martin plans to electrify up to 20% of its lineup in the next few years. And Volvo is keeping motor development in-house.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 1, 2024

Nissan and Mitsubishi team up for EVs, hybrids, and PHEVs, and next-generation pickups. And will next-generation batteries help plug-in hybrids make more sense at 70 miles? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Tesla hit six million cumulative EV sales, and we roundup all the achievements.

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Two pieces of news this morning potentially relate to concern over charging fires—which are leading to the delay of one important plug-in hybrid model. And the Lucid Air gets a more affordable entry price. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 19, 2018

Hyundai has reduced prices on the 2018 Sonata Hybrid, in an effort to sell more of them. The $500 price cut makes the car one of the most affordable midsized hybrids on the market, according to an analysis by Green Car Reports sister site CarsDirect.com. CHECK OUT: 2018 hyundai.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 15, 2024

This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Honda and Nissan are studying a partnership that could apply to EVs, hybrids, and software. While the language remains tentative, such a solution might help both automakers with EV affordability. I agree to receive emails from Green Car Reports. Privacy Policy.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 3, 2020

California’s Karma is revealing a more modestly priced plug-in hybrid. And our Best Car To Buy shortlist is at the tech forefront. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Karma has revealed that a more affordable GS-5 plug-in.

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Baua Electric

MAY 19, 2024

This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending May 17, 2024. Also, the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid three-row SUV lineup earns up to 36 mpg, and it’s getting refreshed styling inside and out, without any price hike. A similar update applies to the plug-in hybrid.

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 17, 2020

This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 16, 2020. The more affordable versions of the Lucid Air electric luxury sedans were given a price tag this. What company will build Fisker’s upcoming electric vehicle?

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Baua Electric

MAY 25, 2024

This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending May 24, 2024. The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid lineup coming this summer will return nearly 50 mpg, the automaker revealed Tuesday, as well as pep and performance that may rival that of the sporty Si model. 2025 Volkswagen ID.7

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 14, 2018

The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq returns this year as an inexpensive alternative for green car shoppers on a budget. Its lineup has fully matured now; the Ioniq is available as an affordable hybrid, a slightly more expensive plug-in hybrid, or a fully electric model available in limited areas. The most.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 30, 2024

Which automaker outlined an all-of-the-above electrified approach for the near future, including hybrids, PHEVs, and a 3-row electric SUV? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 29, 2024. bound hybrids and plug-in hybrids. kwh battery pack.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 20, 2019

Last year, Tesla changed the game for plug-in and electric-car sales as it ramped up production of its relatively affordable Model 3 to almost 5,000 cars a week. Starting in October, Green Car. As we noted early this month, the Model 3 by itself outsold most whole luxury brands and some entire mainstream makes.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 16, 2019

Which two companies announced expanded lines of plug-in hybrids this week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 15, 2019. The big news this week was Tesla's unveiling of its long-awaited Model Y small, more affordable SUV. The car.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 2, 2019

Mercedes plans a new plug-in hybrid version of its smallest, most affordable model. A new study shows limited battery supplies would have a larger climate benefit in hybrids. And Britain, which had planned to ban sales of cars that don't plug in after 2040, could move that date up 5 years. A new study by.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 7, 2024

This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending April 6, 2024. In a first drive of the 2025 Porsche Taycan , we found that with improvements to performance, efficiency, and charging, this grand-touring electric sports car lives up to its original mission—and much more.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 12, 2019

Volkswagen will share its affordable EV platform with Ford. And we round up the best deals on hybrid and electric cars for July. All this and more on Green Car Reports. The Chevrolet Equinox will no longer be available with a diesel engine. VW and Ford expanded.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 2, 2015

What's our new champion for the greenest sports car you can likely afford? And, who's built a plug-in hybrid with armor plating--and why? This is our video look back at the Week In Reverse--right here at Green Car Reports--for the week ending on Friday, July 31, 2015.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 5, 2024

During an interview at the 2024 New York auto show Nissan North America’s Senior Vice President and Chief Planning Officer, Ponz Pandikuthira laid out for Green Car Reports the automaker’s viewpoint on where EVs, PHEVs, and series hybrids make the most sense. What they do want is a plug-in hybrid,” Pandikuthira said.

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