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BMW EV targets, Ford hybrid recall, Aptera funding pivot: Today’s Car News

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Ford recalls Maverick Hybrid and Escape Hybrid models for a software issue. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. BMW is sticking to the EV targets it announced several years ago—50% fully electric sales by 2030, not including hybrids or plug-in. Aptera is done with crowdfunding.

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Ford drops Explorer Hybrid, Lincoln Aviator plug-in hybrid for 2024

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Ford has confirmed that there will not be a 2024 Explorer Hybrid—but the model hasn't exactly been canceled either. Ford product communications director Mike Levine, in a response to Green Car Reports, confirmed that the Explorer Hybrid isn’t happening for 2024.

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Cadillac Optiq previewed, Ford Explorer Hybrid dropped, aerodynamics and EVs: Today’s Car News

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Ford cuts some hybrids and plug-in hybrids from the lineup. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. There won’t be a 2024 Ford Explorer Hybrid, the automaker confirmed last week, and the Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring. Cadillac previews its lowest-priced EV.

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Ford low-cost EV platform, hybrids; Toyota US EV plant; 2025 Porsche Taycan: Today’s Car News

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And before its Gen 2 EVs have launched, Ford starts touting its Gen 3 EV project that could face Tesla and China on cost. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford CEO Jim Farley, during the company’s Q4 2023 earnings call Tuesday afternoon, noted. The Porsche Taycan boasts better numbers all around.

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Ford delays EVs, Quebec incentive phaseout, EV rejectors as Luddites: Today’s Car News

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Ford promises more hybrids but is delaying several key EVs. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford has delayed its next-generation electric pickup and 3-row electric SUV, while stepping up plans to offer hybrids, in a. Are EV rejectors behind the times?

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Ford Maverick Hybrid surcharge, Tesla unintended acceleration, GM vs. EPA EV targets: Today’s Car News

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And the Ford Maverick is now more expensive as a high-mpg hybrid in its actual sticker price, not just at the dealership. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford made waves in making. The federal government investigates Tesla unintended acceleration claims—again.

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GM plug-in hybrids, Ford Supercharger adapter, Canoo USPS vans: The Week in Reverse

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This and more, here at Green Car Reports. GM this week announced that it is ready to bring some plug-in hybrid models back to the North American market. Which automaker CEO sees EV acceleration as a safety feature? Which very exclusive luxury EV was recalled this week?

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