Green Car Reports

JUNE 9, 2023

GM jumps in with Ford in embracing the Tesla charging standard. Lexus introduced a spacious plug-in hybrid SUV. The base Jeep Wrangler 4xe costs less for 2024. And Porsche provided a glimpse of future electric sports cars from the brand. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 20, 2024

One of the most important vehicles in the Lexus lineup, the RX, finally plugs in. The 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid arrives on the scene with 37 miles of electric range from the Toyota RAV4 Prime’s powertrain, in a more eye-catching and softer-to-the-touch package.

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EV Central

MARCH 23, 2023

Lexus has announced the RZ450e battery electric luxury SUV will be priced from $123,000 plus on-road costs in Australia when it launches in May. The RZ is the first dedicated battery electric vehicle ( BEV or EV ) from Lexus. Lexus Australia will soon also launch a plug-in hybrid version of the RX SUV.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 13, 2023

Flash Drive: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e EV Breaking Into the EV World Lexus has offered hybrid electric and plug-in hybrid electric models for many years, but never one that is powered only by electricity. Those days are over with the introduction of the all-new, all-electric 2023 Lexus RZ 450e compact SUV. front and 124.3

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD Standout Fuel-Efficient Premium Compact Crossover The 2023 Lexus UX continues as the smallest compact crossover utility vehicle (CUV) from Toyota’s premium division. The entrypoint to the Lexus world Hybrid Efficiency The 2023 Lexus UX 250h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Drive system of a 2.0-liter

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Lexus is aiming for range and performance in its EVs, with a new concept-car tease. Stellantis warns about charging some Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid minivans. And Polestar shows how it’s developing its own EVs. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 9, 2023

Lexus is hitting the public with a one-two punch this week. & Lexus says the back row will be more spacious, comfortable, and easier to get into than what was available on the three-row variant of the RX. What isn’t is the Lexus-exclusive plug-in-hybrid model (exclusive to the all-wheel drive TX550h Plus) that hybridizes a 3.5-liter

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

The Toyota-owned Japanese luxury brand Lexus already has the UX 300e battery electric SUV on-sale in Australia. While the UX 300e is something of a compliance car, sharing its fundamental platform with ICE brethren, the RZ is the first dedicated Lexus EV. 2023 Lexus RZ 450e steering yoke. So what about equipment?

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Lexus easily could have merely updated the RX midsize SUV, seeing as RX owners continue returning to this model year after year. But more of the same was not the approach taken by Lexus, as it tries to keep the loyalists happy while reaching out to a new and much younger buyer. Lexus is taking some chances with its top seller.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

Lexus knows its loyal owners want improvements, but nothing too radical. So when they are ready to get their next car, the Lexus RX 450h F Sport will certainly not disappoint, and in many ways impress them with the changes from their previous model. Hybrid Efficiency in a Premium SUV. Hybrid Sophistication. Refined dual motivation.

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Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

Top-Selling Lexus Hybrid Sedan Adds Sporty Styling. Lexus offers three different size sedans for 2022, the IS, ES and LS; the midsize ES is the best-seller of the group. Lexus adds a sporty touch to its hybrid hero. The EPA rates fuel economy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Hybrid+AWD+Lexus Quality=Impressive Fuel-Efficient Premium Compact Crossover. The Lexus entry-level. The 2022 Lexus UX 250h F Sport AWD continues as the smallest compact crossover utility vehicle (CUV) from Toyota’s premium division. The 2022 Lexus UX 250h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Drive system of a 2.0-liter

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 9, 2021

Lexus has an all-new NX coming next year. Lexus isn’t standing still with its popular NX line of compact crossovers, which debuted in 2014. The all-new 2022 NX will come in four models, with two gasoline, one hybrid and one plug-in hybrid powertrain choices, two transmissions, and either front- or all-wheel drive. Model Lineup.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 7, 2014

But when the criticism is factually wrong, and comes from a carmaker that has resolutely said it doesn''t think plug-in electric cars are "ready for prime time," the howling gets harsher. Perhaps Toyota''s Lexus luxury brand, then, ought to have been a little more.'

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 27, 2021

Lexus has spiced-up the 2021 NX 300h by giving it the F Sport treatment. For even more fun and exclusivity, the 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition (only 1,000 will be made) takes this proven comfortable driving compact crossover, with best-in-class fuel economy, to new styling and performance levels. Drivetrain.

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Setec Powerr

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The 143 electric cars consist of 41 units of Toyota bZ4X and 102 units of Lexus UX 300e. Meanwhile, the Lexus UX 300e is an electrified vehicle with premium Battery EV technology, a subcompact SUV type that was first marketed in 2020. A significant number is a substantial effort towards carbon neutrality.

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Baua Electric

MAY 4, 2024

Which Lexus model has gone hybrid-only for 2025? The 2025 Lexus UX 300h has gone hybrid-only , and the most popular AWD version of this model gets a noteworthy gas-mileage boost. 2025 Lexus UX 300h Hyundai last week confirmed that its Metaplant in Georgia, once due to be a dedicated EV plant, will also get U.S.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 23, 2024

Green Car Reports also drove the 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ and found it to have a usable electric-only range and comfortable ride but rather expensive and unimpressive in its infotainment interface. The EPA estimates it will take about 56% EVs by 2032 , along with at least 13% plug-in hybrids. A first drive of the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology is expected to support a cleaner, more resilient electrical grid, while enabling EV owners to save money while charging their vehicles. However, some sort of managed charging platform will be needed to match up EV owners with local utilities.

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EV Life

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

See which EVs are joining Tesla’s charging network and adopting the NACS plug. A wide variety of automakers have partnered with Tesla to provide NACS charge ports on their vehicles, giving drivers the ability to access and use the vast network of chargers and Tesla Superchargers to power their electric cars and trucks.

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Leading Brands in Reliability Lexus (Score: 79) Toyota (Score: 76) Mini (Score: 71) Acura (Score: 70) Honda (Score: 70) Rounding out the top 10 are Subaru, Mazda, Porsche, BMW, and Kia. These criteria assess electric motors, hybrid batteries, and charging systems.

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Driivz

JULY 19, 2023

The North American Charging Standard (NACS) is what Tesla named its proprietary electric vehicle (EV) charging connector and charge port when, in November 2022, it opened the patented design and specifications for use by other EV manufacturers and EV charging network operators worldwide. Is NACS a true standard?

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Baua Electric

MARCH 11, 2024

Just before Volvo continues its all-electric shift with the XC90-sized EX90 EV , it’s smoothed out its popular plug-in hybrid powertrain in the XC90. The latest plug-in hybrid powertrain in the XC90 features a ‘B’ mode for braking, which Volvo calls “one-pedal drive,” as it does with its electric cars. It doesn’t.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 26, 2009

Toyota Industries’ solar charging station. Toyota Industries Corp (TIC) has developed a solar charging station for plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHVs) and electric vehicles (EVs). Full operation of the stations will begin in April, with 20 Prius Plug-In Hybrids. kWh storage battery, for subsequent use in charging.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

2011 Lexus CT 200h. Toyota has released more detail on the powertrain of the new Lexus CT 200h premium compact dedicated hybrid ( earlier post ); Toyota plans to introduce it to the US market in early 2011. In a switchable EV mode, the new Lexus full hybrid can drive for up to one mile (1.6 Click to enlarge. Engine NVH.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 20, 2024

Among the new features of the Toyota C-HR plug-in hybrid recently launched in Europe is an efficiency-boosting trip planner that could be useful to Toyota’s U.S. plug-in hybrid customers. 2024 Toyota C-HR plug-in hybrid (European-spec) Predictive Efficient Drive is a system that Toyota also touts for the Prius Prime.

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Driivz

JULY 19, 2023

The North American Charging Standard (NACS) is what Tesla named its proprietary electric vehicle (EV) charging connector and charge port when, in November 2022, it opened the patented design and specifications for use by other EV manufacturers and EV charging network operators worldwide. Is NACS a true standard?

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 31, 2024

Conversely, Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) show an average of 146 percent more problems compared to ICE vehicles. Asian Brands Lead in Reliability, Challenges for Domestic Manufacturers Asian auto brands, particularly Lexus and Toyota, dominate Consumer Reports' 2023 brand reliability rankings. In contrast, U.S.

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Setec Powerr

DECEMBER 6, 2022

And hybrid electric vehicles do not need to be recharged; the batteries are automatically charged as the vehicle is driven through processes such as braking. Common examples of hybrid cars are: the Honda Accord Hybrid, the Lexus RX 450h and the Toyota Prius. PHEV – Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles. Their pros & cons.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Brand mulls electric, plug-in hybrid and fuel cell versions of iconic off-roader 2024 Toyota Prado. That Prado 250’s hybrid system has already been seen with the HiLux-sized US-spec Toyota Tacoma ute and is expected to eventually come here in the Prado 250’s sibling, the Lexus GX. The post Get out of the way diesel!

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Electric Auto Association

JANUARY 1, 2022

Lexus RX 450e. Lexus All electric debut, all electric promise Lexus debuted its Rx 450e along with a promise to go all BEV by 2030. Ford Pro Charging offers enterprise-grade charge management software, hardware, and services. Electrifying everything GM plans to spur EV adoptio n beyond its automotive products.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Toyota currently has more than 40% share of the total alternative fuel vehicle market, which includes a 75% share of the fuel cell market and a 64% share of hybrids and plug-ins. Between now and 2025, Toyota and Lexus models, globally, will have an electrified option. Manufacturing is a component of GHG emissions.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 21, 2024

There are four types of hybrids available in Inida – mild hybrid, strong hybrid, plug-in-hybrid and electric vehicles with range extender. Mild hybrids, which are typically found in 48 volt electric systems, do not require a plug to operate. This system is found in Toyota’s Camry and Lexus hybrid cars.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 6, 2022

Lexus EV Sports Car. seconds and is rated up-to 379 miles of driving range on a fully charged lithium-ion battery. It’s the logical next step for Jeep, which has been successfully launching plug-in hybrids as it warms up for a full battery electric. Lexus looks ready to move into EV supercar territory. Lexus Sports Car.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 9, 2024

Photo: Tesla Tesla maintains an 87% brand retention rate, with Lexus (68%) and Toyota (54%) trailing, according to a new Bloomberg Intelligence survey. That’s because EVs continue to pick up major traction in the US, with adoption continuing to accelerate even amid charging infrastructure challenges and overall affordability.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 15, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate Surprising Performance in a Compact Plug-In Hybrid SUV Okay, a show of hands if “quick or fast” come to mind when Volvo SUV is mentioned. With a fully charged battery, the XC60 Recharge can go 36 miles on pure electricity (speed-limited to about 80 mph) and has a 63 MPGe rating.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 18, 2024

An alternative fuel Lexus with a Toyota badge For now, Californians have the opportunity to own a very nice electric car powered by compressed hydrogen gas. No plugging in to an electrical outlet. Honda announced recently the CR-V e:FCEV compact crossover will be available combining both hydrogen and a plug-in battery in 2025. (It

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