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Toyota a winner as CO2 reduction plan introduced to parliament with less pressure on SUVs and utes

EV Central

Aussie CO2 standard tough on Toyota, SUVs and utes READ MORE: Get out of the way diesel! The New Vehicle Efficiency Standard will mean we can wave goodbye to those eye-watering fuel bills and unhealthy air, and get on the road to cleaner, more affordable transport,” said CEO Amanda McKenzie.

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Cadillac balks on plans to go all-EV by 2030, may still offer gas cars for ‘a number of years’

Baua Electric

That said, Cadillac has several plans for more EVs in its development pipeline, including a smaller, more affordable option compared to the LYRIQ called the OPTIQ. Cadillac has also unveiled an all-electric version of the Escalade called the IQ, a three-row SUV called the VISTIQ , and the ultra-luxe hand-built CELESTIQ… for $340,0000.

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Volvo and CATL have big plans for old EV batteries

Baua Electric

In fact, Volvo’s last diesel-powered car rolled off the production line last month as the automaker looks toward a cleaner future. Volvo’s EX30 starts at $34,950 in the US and €36,590 in Europe as one of the most affordable EVs. Last year was a “key milestone” for Volvo, according to CEO Jim Rowan.

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Hyundai NEXO FCEV and Kona electric CUV win spots in 2019 WardsAuto 10 Best Engines

Green Car Congress

This new development plan also represents the next step for Hyundai Motor Group toward realizing a cleaner environment via advanced eco-friendly vehicles. The NEXO can be refueled in as little as five minutes, allowing a consumer lifestyle very similar to a comparable gasoline-powered SUV in terms of range and refueling speed.

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Honda Plans to Launch Hydrogen Vehicle Using FCEV Technology

Electric Vehicles India

We want to introduce a brand-new FCEV based on the CR-V 5-seater SUV the following year, in 2024.” The upcoming Honda hydrogen vehicle is expected to come in 2024 with improved performance, range, and affordability compared to its predecessors.

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Why Hybrids are gaining momentum amid EV frenzy | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

The hybrid vehicles — dual powered by a petrol engine and an electric motor — are gathering strong traction amongst SUV buyers versus all electric battery-operated passenger vehicles. lakh in the case of an EV SUV. Meanwhile, both the companies are exploring a hybrid powertrain too, to be part of their mid-size SUV plan.

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Road Test: 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV

Clean Fleet Report

The company plans to do it with a mixture of all-electric vehicles, like the new XC40 Recharge, and plug-in hybrid versions of its SUVs and sedans. The XC90, as Volvo’s largest SUV, is currently its most popular model in the United States. Related Stories You Might Enjoy—Plug-in Hybrid SUV Options.