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New EV Models Extinguish Range Anxiety

Electric Auto Association

EV Drivers are driving longer distances and worrying less about range anxiety. New research from Wejo, a data services company, suggests that EVs and gas cars will be neck and neck when it comes to average driving distances within the next 18 months. The average driving distance per journey for electric vehicles is getting longer.

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Verizon and VIA Motors unveil extended-range electric cargo vans

Green Car Congress

Verizon has collaborated with electric-vehicle developer and manufacturer VIA Motors to produce an extended-range electric cargo van. Verizon will now test and deploy two of the vans in New Jersey and New York. metric tons and reduce the use of petroleum fuel by about 750 gallons.

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Kia EV plans, NJ $1,000 EV fee, Stellantis’ EV skepticism: Today’s Car News

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New Jersey is asking for EV buyers to pay $1,000. With a bill signed into law last week, New Jersey is marking up EV ownership with an additional $1,000 upfront fee that applies on top of other existing registration fees. Kia keeps to its EV goals. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive priced at $41,450 for US; 85-mile range

Green Car Congress

The MY14 B-Class Electric Vehicle will be available beginning in mid-July to dealers in California; Connecticut; Maine; Maryland; Massachusetts; New Jersey; New York; Oregon; Rhode Island; and Vermont. In the interests of optimizing range, the top speed is electronically limited to 100 mph (161 km/h).

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Hyundai unveiled the redesigned 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at the Chicago Auto Show. Although the powertrains remain the same, the new Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features.

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Rivian is offering attractive R1T, R1S lease deals starting as low as $559 per month

Baua Electric

With up to 400 miles estimated range and 104 cu ft of storage, the electric SUV can haul gear, car seats, and camping equipment or take the entire family on an adventure. The Dual-Motor AWD R1T (Standard Battery Pack) with 270 miles range starts at $69,900, or $559 per month lease. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Kia unveils Soul EV at Chicago Auto Show

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Kia Motors America (KMA) introduced the 2015 Soul EV at the Chicago Auto Show. Kia expects the pack to support a range of approximately 80-100 miles (129-161 km) of real-world driving on a full charge. Click to enlarge. Kia also highlighted its Niro hybrid concept along with the 2014 Optima hybrid at the event.

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