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Ford boosting production targets for full-size SUVs by about 25%; increasing line speed at Kentucky Truck Plant

Green Car Congress

Ford is increasing production of two popular full-size SUVs to meet increasing retail demand for both models. The company is increasing line speed at its Kentucky Truck Plant to build more Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition SUVs, boosting production targets approximately 25% since last fall when the SUVs hit the market.

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At the EV Crossroads

Clean Fleet Report

The Q4 had the advantage in cargo space, offering up to 3% more, possibly because we’re comparing a Sportback configuration with a conventionally shaped SUV. As equipped (and neither were base models) these $60,000+ SUVs were with $2,000 of each other, which in the price range is a rounding error. Longer & wider–by a little.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Premium Three-Row Midsize SUV. Now in year two, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade continues to be one of the best three-row midsize SUVs. mpg, but did a bit better on a 207-mile freeway run with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 25.1 The 2021 Hyundai Palisade is an excellent three-row SUV. Story by John Faulkner.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Sequoia

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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. This Flash Drive review will touch on the features of this very capable SUV. Power to tow. Clean Fleet Report was invited to Toyota’s U.S.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Carnival SX

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In a world where SUVs and crossovers are the rage, the number of minivans sold each year have dropped to where they are about two percent of all light vehicles sold. The Carnival emulates the SUV look from the side. The EPA rates the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. Exterior Styling: SUV or Minivan?

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Flash Drive: 2023 Lucid Air Touring AWD

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Lucid names the Air Touring interiors after California destinations of Santa Cruz, Tahoe and Mojave. Tahoe gets Black and Saddle and with Carbon Oak trim, and Mojave gets seats in Black and Graphite with Carbon Oak trim. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.