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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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Plug-ins are trending in key markets around the country, although much of the action remains focused in California and other West Coast states. The Model S is the best-selling plug-in car in the U.S. First Drive: 2017 Tesla Model X P100D ; Tesla Continues to Get Mixed Marks ; Flash Drive: Tesla Model 3. had Tesla badges on them.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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During past eight years the number of plug-in electric vehicle models has increased from one to more than 20, battery costs have decreased 70%, and the number of electric vehicle charging stations has increased from less than 500 in 2008 to more than 16,000 today—a 40-fold increase. General Motors. Duke Energy.

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DOE Funds PHEVs

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DOE to Provide up to $14 Million to Develop Advanced Batteries for Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. President Bush is committed to developing alternative fuels and energy-saving innovations for an improved and diversified array of vehicle technologies,” Energy Secretary Samuel W. Bodman said. “

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury FWD

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Some of these come as hybrids, plug-in hybrids or full electrics, upping the ante even more. Some of these come as hybrids, plug-in hybrids or full electrics, upping the ante even more. The fuel economy, which is best in Tour, was aided by cylinder deactivation, where the 3.6L Cadillac’s Midsize Contender. Three Models.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD

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Fuel economy for the 3.0L This means when towing a grade it will pull strong and still deliver good fuel economy. General Motors uses these on its heavy-duty Chevrolet and GMC pick-ups as they can handle the stopping needs when towing as well as dissipate heat under repeated use. Photos by John Faulkner and Cadillac.

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Road Test: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV

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For even more efficiency, the Bolt EUV has One Pedal Driving and Regen On Demand , where the car is slowed or even brought to a complete stop by the motor. Plug-In Charging. In less than half a year since then, Chevrolet has introduced two larger all-electric SUVs, the Blazer EV and Equinox EV , as well as the Silverado EV pickup.

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Road Test: 2022 Chevrolet Blazer RS AWD

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The last generation Chevrolet Blazer was a somewhat larger rugged off-roader, while the 2022 Blazer is now a stylish two-row crossover SUV that doesn’t suffer from not having a third row. Midsize SUV with Sporty Styling. Putting the sport in SUV. Engine and Drive Choices. In town, the Blazer RS was easy to maneuver and park.