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Citi report finds meeting higher CAFE/GHG standards likely to bring higher profits for all automakers, nearly $2.5 billion in extra profits for Detroit Three

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Projected US sales by powertrain type in 2020. Source: “Fuel Economy Focus: Perspectives on 2020 Industry Implications”. The report, “Fuel Economy Focus: Perspectives on 2020 Industry Implications,” evaluates the impact that meeting the proposed fuel economy/GHG standards would have on the car industry in the year 2020.

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Road Test: 2021 Kia Niro PHEV EX Premium

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The Niro PHEV, which debuted in 2018, had a facelift in 2020 that carries-over to the 2021 model. Road Test: 2020 Kia Niro EV. Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV. Road Test: 2020 Hyundai Ioniq PHEV. Road Test: 2020 BME xDrive30e PHEV. Smooth Design: Out and In. Other Plug-in Hybrid Options.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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The Leaf has increased its range, looks and functionality since its introduction and remains a key affordable EV choice while used Leafs offer a low-cost EV alternative. Road Trip: 2020 Nissan Leaf ; News: The Nissan Ariya Crossover. Road Test: 2021 RAV4 Prime PHEV ; Flash Drive: 2021 Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle.

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Is green to blame for problems in auto industry?

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Most green car enthusiasts would claim that it was General Motors’ and Chrysler’s lack of foresight in embracing green cars and alternative fuel technologies that led to their downfall. Tags: Chrysler Green cars Latest news general motors is green to blame. To read the article in full, click here.

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Israel, Fiat Chrysler, Iveco and Magneti Marelli to partner on automotive natural gas technologies

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Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), through the Israel Fuel Choices Initiative (IFCI), signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), Iveco (a Brand of CNH Industrial) and Magneti Marelli (FCA Group) for co-operation in the development of natural-gas-based automotive technologies.

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid

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Clean Fleet Report found the 2020 Sienna to be roomy for both people and their things, but not very fuel efficient, which the all-new Sienna addresses in a big way. Road Test: 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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US and China join forces: Good news for electric cars? The Green Piece

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Meanwhile, the US is determined to play catch-up after its leading brands, including General Motors and Chrysler, were left teetering on the edge of peril earlier this year in part because they had failed to move with the times and embrace fuel efficient cars.

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