Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Today, Bob Lutz has some thoughts on Tesla Motors, we have full details on the 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell, and the first Detroit Electric SP:01 sports car rolls off an assembly line, but not in Detroit. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Renault.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 6, 2014

Today on Green Car Reports: Mazda is planning its next-generation Skyactiv engines, the Nissan e-NV200 electric London taxi debuts, and we preview the green production cars and concepts set to debut at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 17, 2019

Ford plans to build an all-electric F-series truck. Lincoln's making electric "elegant." designed concept at the Detroit auto show. All this and more on Green Car Reports. At a meeting with investors following the Detroit auto show Ford Global Vice. And Chinese automaker GAC showed a U.S.-designed

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 5, 2015

We''ve got a report on 2014''s plug-in electric-car sales--including a sales record for the Nissan Leaf--as well as a preview of the upcoming green cars set to be unveiled at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show next week. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Infiniti plans to introduce a concept version of its first production electric car at the Detroit auto show next month. Hyundai announces pricing for its upcoming Kona Electric. Chinese electric startup automaker Nio reveals its second production model. All this and more on Green Car.

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Teslarati

MARCH 25, 2024

Hyundai will run pilot tests with its electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen fuel cell cars to boost ultraluxury tourism in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia aims to spread the adoption of green cars by partnering with the South Korean automaker reported the Korea Herald.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 4, 2017

Today, we have details on the Faraday Future FF 91 electric car, Tesla's 2016 delivery figures, and confirmation that a prototype Ford Transit Connect Hybrid taxi will appear at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 17, 2014

Today on Green Car Reports: New York City issues a road map for electrifying one-third of its taxi fleet, detailed pricing information the 2015 Audi A3 sedan is released, and Nissan''s design director discusses future electric-car plans. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Today, a surprise advance look at an important new hybrid model, bad news for global oil and gas, an old Saab as a new electric car, and Tesla gets more Semi orders. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 24, 2017

Today, we've got a report from our very, very brief drive in the Chevy Equinox Diesel compact crossover, some interesting survey data on how much electric-car range is "enough," another Tesla-trashes-supercar dragstrip video, and musings on a new Detroit factory and why it's where it is. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

In the world of green cars, Nissan is best known for its Leaf electric car--which is the world''s best-selling electric vehicle ever, with more than 100,000 delivered. But like any global automaker, Nissan is pursuing a variety of powertrain and other technologies to boost the efficiency of all its vehicles.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 16, 2018

Today, we've got some wrapup articles from both last week's Consumer Electronics Show and this week's Detroit auto show, thoughts on the electric-car tax credit, and greener wheels in Costa Rica. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 9, 2017

Today, the Volkswagen ID Buzz electric-car concept debuts at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show, the 2018 Ford F-150 full-size pickup truck will get a diesel engine option, and a new study indicates electric-car battery costs have fallen substantially over the past few years. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 6, 2013

Today on Green Car Reports: Audi will unveil an electric crossover concept at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show, large companies prepare to pay for carbon emissions, and a new all-in-one wheel for e-bicycles hits the market. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Today, Michigan socks hybrid owners with new fees, Volkswagen teases a new electric concept car ahead of the 2017 Detroit Auto Show, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration delays an increase in penalties for automakers that fall short of fuel-economy standards. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Today on Green Car Reports: The 2015 Honda Fit will debut at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show in a few weeks, the full story of the collapse of battery maker Envia, and a new ad turns electric cars into slot cars. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 29, 2013

The Lotus Elise isn''t typical Green Car Reports material, but its aluminum chassis certainly is. The lightweight, strong, bonded structure has gone on to underpin the Tesla Roadster, Detroit Electric SP:01, PG Elektrus, Nemesis and more--all exciting electric-powered sports cars.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 14, 2016

Today, Volkswagen deepens the ongoing diesel scandal with confusing statements, the Audi Q8 h-Tron quattro hydrogen fuel-cell concept debuts at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show, and Renault-Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn welcomes new electric-car competitors. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Today, Elon Musk claims Tesla will have a 500-mile electric car by 2025, a report claims the Hyundai Prius-fighter hybrid could debut at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show, and data shows Volkswagen transaction prices have been hit hard by the ongoing emissions scandal. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 16, 2015

We''ve got lots of electric-car news today, including a Chevrolet Bolt concept video from the 2015 Detroit Auto Show, a possible connection between the 2016 Chevy Volt and General Motors'' future hybrid system, and Nissan''s claim that it is close to extending electric-car ranges. The Tesla Model S electric car.'

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 15, 2015

We''ve got a good variety of stories today, covering the growth of hydrogen fueling stations in California, repair costs for the Tesla Model S electric car, and the 2015 Detroit Auto Show debut of the Volkswagen Cross Coupe GTE plug-in hybrid concept. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 13, 2015

We''ve got more 2015 Detroit Auto Show coverage today, including analysis of what the Chevrolet Bolt electric car means for Tesla, Honda''s announcement of a new electric car and plug-in hybrid, and a first look at the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Charged EVs

JANUARY 5, 2023

The production version of this fully electric, full-size pickup truck will be revealed within months, with sales to start during 2024, most likely in the second half of the year. It’s built on the “STLA Frame” architecture, the largest of four different electric-vehicle platforms and the only one featuring body-on-frame construction.

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Baua Electric

MAY 23, 2024

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV full-size electric pickup truck was first delivered in Work Truck specification to fleet buyers nearly a year ago; but only now can civilians take one home. That’s more than any other electric truck on the market, and it should reassure shoppers who can afford one that they won’t run out of range unexpectedly.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 18, 2013

Earlier this year, Honda released the Accord Plug-in Hybrid (pictured) on limited sale: and now the company has revealed details about its engine as part of the SAE World Congress in Detroit. The vehicle, which has sold 45 units to date, boasts an all-electric range of 13miles; with combined fuel economy of 115mpge. So what [.].

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Detroit, in January, is one; historically, New York in April has been another. But the up-and-comer is the Los Angeles Auto Show, which now occurs in late November or early December and focuses on green cars of all stripes: hybrids, electric cars, clean diesels, even vehicles powered by.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 20, 2013

V6 gasoline engine (EA 390) and six-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission with 40 kW electric motor (DQ 400 E) in the engine compartment. The MQB is the Volkswagen Group’s assembly kit for vehicles with transverse-mounted engines and transmissions and front-wheel and/or all-wheel drive. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.

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All Cars Electric

JANUARY 20, 2010

According to Edmunds Green Car Advisor, Honda announced that its Acura brand will add a hybrid model to its lineup soon and the fuel cell powered FCX Clarity "is ready now." Green Car Advisor noted that the words above came from Honda Chief Executive Takanobu Ito, who spoke to a large audience at the 2010 NAIAS in Detroit.

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All Cars Electric

DECEMBER 21, 2009

This years NAIAS in Detroit, Michigan will feature a return of the EcoXperience driving exhibit which allows show goers the chance to drive "green" vehicles of the future. In addition, the show will feature a new exhibit called "Electric Avenue." This exhibit will feature "green" cars of today and tomorrow.

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Green Cars News

JULY 11, 2009

How many times have we read about various green car concepts that come to nothing? However, if you were expecting the Fisker Karma to be another example of a green car that got away, then it seems you got one wrong. Of course all this technology comes at a price - it will retail for around $87,000. It features a 2.4

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Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

N ow that the number one automaker and the number two automaker has made the commitment to building Plug In hybrid / electric vehicles by 2010, another automotive giant is joining the race. Here is the story from the New York Times : Nissan Plans Electric Car in U.S. The Chevrolet Volt is the sexiest green car in GM's arsenal.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 5, 2009

Ricardo, one of the leaders in the development of electric and hybrid vehicles, has welcomed President Obama’s announcement of $2.4billion in grants to accelerate the manufacturing and deployment of the next generation of US batteries and electric vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2009

As one example in the opening plenary panel session, Peter Darbee, Chairman and CEO of Pacific Gas & Electric Corporation described the opportunity and challenges from his utility’s point of view. The impact from plug-in electric vehicles on the grid could be very substantial. kW—about three times the load.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 11, 2009

“We’ve taken a vehicle known for being both a gas guzzler and an environmental polluter and turned into a clean, green machine that outperforms its gasoline powered equivalent,” said West. The Hummer H3E is a plug-in electric vehicle with an onboard range extender. Tags: Hybrid cars 100mpg Hummer hybrid Raser Technologies.

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Green Cars News

JANUARY 11, 2011

Still think electric cars are slow and clunky? If anyone maintained that perception after the introduction of the Honda CR-Z Hybrid, the Tesla Roadster and the Fisker Karma, Mercedes-AMG is determined to quash the myth once and for all.

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Baua Electric

MAY 30, 2024

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is one of this year’s most important new electric vehicles. 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Equinox EV is “normal” for mass market Crucially, the electric Equinox has few of the peculiarities that can make EVs seem foreign to first-time shoppers. That segment is the largest single piece of the U.S.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

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