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Tesla Model 3 claims top spot in February global EV sales, Model Y takes third

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Tesla took two of three podium spots in February’s Global Electric Vehicle Sales rankings, with the Model 3 taking the top position. The EV Sales Blog says the Model 3 was registered 28,014 times in February, beating the Wuling HongGuang Mini EV by just under 8,000 units. Credit: EV Sales Blog.

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Ford Planning a Range of New Hybrid Models

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Ford is all-in on EVs, but The Blue Oval is finding that there are still plenty of buyers wanting fuel-efficient gas vehicles. The company isn’t giving up on electric vehicles, but Farley said customer demand for its hybrid vehicle is surprising, especially the F-150 PowerBoost.

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2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger: Charge It Up

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The Ramcharger uses two electric-drive modules (EDMs), one at each axle, to get power to the ground. The front electric-drive module -- yes we know this sounds like a fancy way of saying "electric motor" -- makes 250 kilowatts and the rear 238. Yes, the Ramcharger is basically an extended-range electric.

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EV owner driving Tesla’s shortest-range car shares experience during I-95 traffic catastrophe

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Dan Kanninen, an electric vehicle driver and former White House liaison at the Environmental Protection Agency, recently shared his personal experience during the I-95 traffic catastrophe, which resulted in about 48 miles of the interstate being closed due to ice and snow.

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Toyota: Prius PHEV Fuel Economy Not Yet Available

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In a post on Toyota’s Open Road blog, Irv Miller, Toyota Group Vice President – Environmental and Public Affairs, wrote that contrary to some recent reports, Toyota has yet to offer mileage estimates on its plug-in hybrid technology. They are very early “converted” prototypes using double nickel-metal hydride batteries.

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Decoding the Mechanics: How the AC System in an Electric Vehicle Works?

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As the world rapidly embraces electric vehicles (EVs) as a sustainable transportation alternative, it’s important to understand the technology behind their various components.  In this blog, we will delve into the intricacies of how the AC system in an electric vehicle works , shedding light on its functionality and benefits.

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California PHEV Owners Return to Gas Power

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Electric vehicles are one way to carbon neutrality. Yet 20 percent of California PHEV owners have gone back to gas-powered vehicles. The post California PHEV Owners Return to Gas Power appeared first on The Truth About Cars.

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