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U Toronto LCA suggests that with CNG as primary vehicle energy source, EVs best targeted at non-attainment areas

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This study evaluates the incremental life cycle air emissions (GHG and CAC) impact benefits and life cycle ownership costs of non-plug-in (CV and HEV) and plug-in (BEV) vehicles using natural gas as a common primary energy source. This high cost is largely due to the $13,000 battery that provides a 125-km (80-mi) driving range.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD

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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. Changes are coming from General Motors, which has announced a commitment to 30 new global electric vehicles by the year 2025. Upscale, Techie Interior.

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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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General Motors. The DOE’s Alternative Fuels Data Center provides a comprehensive database of federal and state programs that support EVs and infrastructure. The DOT is now soliciting nominations from State and local officials to assist in making designations for alternative fuel corridors. Duke Energy.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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General Motors has done something remarkable, enough so that we were tempted to jump them up to the top of this chart until they stumbled recently. Kia had its Soul EV on the market and made its presence known, then added the Niro EV (and PHEV & Hybrid), but now is adding the EV6 crossover. There’s a new badge in town.

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Road Test: 2021 Buick Envision Avenir FWD

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A note regarding OnStar : a simple push of a button connects you with a friendly General Motors representative to handle emergencies, directions and general assistance to make your driving experience safer and more enjoyable. Road Test: 2020 BMW X3 xDrive30e PHEV. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

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Major study concludes achieving EU 2050 transport decarbonization goals will require portfolio of advanced powertrains; fuel cells, battery-electric and plug-in hybrids

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The study focused on a portfolio of powertrains: BEVs, FCEVs, PHEVs and ICEs, taking into account significant advances in ICE technology between now and 2020. Click to enlarge. With the number of passenger cars set to rise to 273 million in Europe—and to 2.5

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac CT4 Premium Luxury AWD

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A note regarding OnStar : a simple push of a button connects you with a friendly General Motors representative to handle emergencies, directions and general assistance to make your driving experience safer and more enjoyable. General Motors has announced a commitment to 30 new global electric vehicles by the year 2025.