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Maven deploying its first all-electric shared-use fleet in Austin; 20 Chevy Bolts

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Maven is now offering its first all-electric fleet of cars for use in the gig economy; 20 Chevrolet Bolt EVs are available for freelance drivers in Austin, Texas to earn money on their own schedules. Pricing starts at $229 per week plus taxes. Drivers can see vehicle availability and pricing via the mobile app.

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What’s with Tesla’s weird Model S and X production and delivery figures?

Teslarati

Even with price cuts they seems to have lost the high end customers this qtr. can’t blame the economy for that. This same idea applies to customers in Europe, as the flagship sedan and SUVs were spotted leaving the Port of Baltimore in early March. The major gap in production and deliveries had some people concerned.

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Chevrolet to begin selling Spark EV in Maryland

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The Spark EV delivers an EPA-estimated combined city/highway 119 MPGe fuel economy equivalent and 82 miles of EPA-estimated combined city/highway range. Chevrolet will start selling the Spark EV in Maryland this spring, the electric mini-car’s first entry into the East Coast market. seconds.

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2015 Ram ProMaster City compact van EPA-rated at 24 mpg combined

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l/100 km, respectively)—matching the EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect (2WD) powered by a 2.5L, four-cylinder engine. Compact Van Fuel Economy (mpg US). The base Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2015 Ram ProMaster City Cargo is $23,130, plus $995 for destination. Powered by a 2.4-liter

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Maven Gig begins expanding geographically; Bolt EV the most popular

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Future cities include Baltimore, Boston, Detroit, Phoenix and Washington, D.C. Having unlimited mileage and insurance to cover personal and commercial use are extremely important for drivers in the gig economy. Pricing starts at $189 plus taxes for a Chevrolet Cruze.

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2024 Hyundai Kona Review – Ready For New Challenges?

The Truth About Cars

Full disclosure: Hyundai flew me to Baltimore, Maryland, and fed and housed me for two nights so that I could drive the new Kona. Fuel economy numbers top out at 35 mpg highway for a front-drive SEL. And is the price right? Let the small crossover wars continue. I did not take the proffered Yeti lunch bag.)

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Campaign Begins

Plug In Partners

The result is an 80+ mile-per-gallon vehicle — with even greater fuel economy possible utilizing bio-fuels. Hybrid sales are projected to triple over the next six years, as more Americans demonstrate their desire for better fuel economy and lower emissions. Last year, U.S. are driven just 25 miles a day or less. “A