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J.D. Power: quality takes a back seat to innovation as problems reach a record high

Green Car Congress

The study is based on a 223-question battery organized into nine vehicle categories: infotainment; features, controls and displays; exterior; driving assistance; interior; powertrain; seats; driving experience; and climate. Plant quality awards are based solely on defects and malfunctions and exclude design-related problems.

Lexus 195
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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Hyundai debuted the Palisade in 2020 to nearly unanimous reviews and praise for its design, features and value. One Engine, One Transmission. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic with a manual mode, paddle shifters, and five driver-selectable drive modes. Building a legacy. The power of choice.

Hyundai 105
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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Sequoia

Clean Fleet Report

With a new powertrain, exterior and interior design, infotainment interface and increased efficiency, the 2023 Sequoia will continue to be a popular choice for those needing a full-size SUV. The I-Force Max engine was smooth and powerful with the instant torque from the electric motor. An engine now augmented by electric drive.

Toyota 93
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Road Test: 2022 Kia Carnival SX

Clean Fleet Report

Driving the front wheels, all-wheel drive is not offered, the engine puts out 290 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. To aid in fuel economy, the Carnival’s adaptive cruise control is navigation-based and has a stop-and-go feature, where the engine shuts off when coming to a stop and restarts automatically. Get a grip.

Kia 73
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Flash Drive: 2023 Lucid Air Touring AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Lucid has engineered the Air Touring to be an excellent long road tourer, hence the name. Spacious Interior: An Eye for Detail The interior is a superb example of crafts people integrating fine materials into a well-designed cabin. Lucid names the Air Touring interiors after California destinations of Santa Cruz, Tahoe and Mojave.

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Battery cell qualification for EVs: Lucid’s cell specialist discusses the complicated process

Charged EVs

The properties of a particular cell act as constraining factors for every aspect of a vehicle’s design—and not only for vehicle performance parameters such as range and power, but for the development of manufacturing processes as well. This ensures that we have enough time to iterate through cell design changes.

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Battery cell qualification for EVs: Lucid’s cell specialist discusses the complicated process – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

The properties of a particular cell act as constraining factors for every aspect of a vehicle’s design—and not only for vehicle performance parameters such as range and power, but for the development of manufacturing processes as well. This ensures that we have enough time to iterate through cell design changes.