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Mercedes-Benz’ GLC F-CELL fuel-cell plug-in hybrid SUV coming in 2017

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Daimler will introduce a series-production fuel-cell plug-in hybrid—the Mercedes-Benz GLC F-CELL—in 2017. Furthermore, the cost of the technology has been slashed due largely to a 90% reduction in the amount of platinum used in the stack. The 9 kWh battery pack is housed at the rear of the SUV to save space.

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Ford ups its electrified vehicle ante to $11B; 86% trucks and SUVs in the product mix by 2020

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years as it replaces three-quarters of its lineup and adds four new trucks and SUVs. By 2020, trucks and SUVs—including electrified vehicles—are to represent 86% of Ford’s product mix. billion envisioned by Fields in 2017. percentage points of share in the full-size pickup segment.

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

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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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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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The second generation 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid continues what Kia started in 2017 when the Niro Hybrid debuted. inch ground clearance results in an outlook on the road a bit higher than a sedan, but not as high as a SUV. So make sure to compare carefully the features and efficiency to determine which hybrid compact SUV to buy.

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Hilux, Ranger EV ute conversions by Roev from $47,990 as company confirms 2023 production

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READ MORE: Roev EV ute plans explained: Conversions now, manufacturing own vehicle by 2026 READ MORE: Roev reveals fleet interest in EV Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger, plans SUVs as well READ MORE: EV ute overload: The electric pick-up trucks coming soon. Vehicles produced in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 cost another $1000 to convert.

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ICCT analysis finds 2025 European automotive CO2 standards can be met even if diesel share drops to 15%

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This projected shift in market share has raised some concerns over the cost of attainting CO 2 emission targets. This additional cost is the result of higher temperatures and pressures for the diesel combustion process and more complex aftertreatment systems, which increase the production costs of diesel engines.

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Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-50 AWD

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Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-50 AWD Mazda Wants You to Live A Little The 2023 CX-50 is part of Mazda’s SUV quiver, smallest to largest, of the CX-30, CX-5, CX-50 and CX-9. Mazda says the CX-50 is a “rugged and capable crossover SUV, purpose built for active lifestyles” that enables drivers “to venture further into the outdoors and off-road.”

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