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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

The hatchback secret–super storage Kia has a clever design that switches between the dual-zone climate controls and infotainment controls. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. Our road tests are based on this one-week drive of a new vehicle.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

Clean Fleet Report

Interior convenience features include a rear view camera, auto dim rearview mirror, wireless phone charger, compass, dual zone automatic climate control, tilt and telescoping steering column, height adjustable front seatbelts, ambient lighting and a tire inflation kit. Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. inches of cargo space.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

Clean Fleet Report

This EPA rating is higher than the Sportage hybrid’s key compact crossover competitors of the Ford Escape Hybrid , Hyundai Tucson Hybrid , Toyota RAV4 Hybrid , and the Honda CR-V Hybrid. Kia has a clever design to go between the dual-zone climate controls and infotainment controls. Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Take the Hyundai Tucson compact crossover, replace the rear section with a truck bed, and voilà…the Hyundai Santa Cruz is born! The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz is pleasant to drive, much like its Hyundai Tucson sibling. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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13 environmental groups urge USPS to select plug-ins for next-generation delivery vehicles

Green Car Congress

Half of the prototypes would feature hybrid and new technologies, including alternative fuel capabilities, USPS said at the time. Testing sites include Flint and Utica, MI; Falls Church and Leesburg, VA; and Tempe and Tucson, AZ. Safe Climate Campaign. Environmental Law and Policy Center. Oregon Environmental Council.

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What Affects Electric Car Range and How To Maximize It

EV Connect

Additionally, operating your EV in hot or cold climates also means you will be operating your cabin climate controls. Do you drive in a cold climate? Innovations are allowing vehicles to maximize their climate controls and mitigate range loss from extreme temperatures. Do you routinely log highway miles?

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Road Test: 2024 Toyota Mirai Limited FCEV

Clean Fleet Report

The need for more stations is necessary if this fuel is to ever gain consumer acceptance for their everyday vehicles. An alternative fuel Lexus with a Toyota badge For now, Californians have the opportunity to own a very nice electric car powered by compressed hydrogen gas.

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