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Event: WAJ Media Day: A Million Dollar Drive

Clean Fleet Report

Western Automotive Journalists (WAJ), a Northern California association for automotive writers, annually brings together journalists to drive an assortment of cars, trucks, crossovers and SUVs as well as taking time to discuss current and future product with automotive industry representatives. Genesis fields a powerful SUV.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro SX Touring Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

Tire and wind noise were low, and the engine in hybrid mode was quiet, except when kicking in during heavy acceleration. The functional Aero Blade improves aero dynamics, wind noise and driving stability through an open channel in the front that allows air to enter the Aero Blade and then exit out the back.

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Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo AWD

Clean Fleet Report

That’s a good place to start when summing-up the Mazda line-up of crossover/SUVs, its one remaining sedan and, of course, the delightful MX-5 Miata. Otherwise, the cabin is quiet with little wind or tire noise. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Opinion: Debunking the mythsWhy fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) are viable for the mass market

Green Car Congress

A hydrogen-powered version of Hyundai’s Tucson sport utility vehicle has already appeared in southern California showrooms. In August 2014, Hyundai’s ix35 fuel cell model was driven a record distance for a hydrogen-powered production car on a single tank, covering 435 miles across three Scandinavian countries.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV

Clean Fleet Report

Flash Drive: 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV A Stand-Out Electric Sedan Not all auto manufacturers are abandoning sedans for SUVs; some are even growing their stables of what for decades was the most popular car in America. Wind and road noise were reduced partly due to acoustic laminated glass and sound deadening insulation.

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