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Toyota’s greenwashing AI ‘eco-copilot’ is fake, but the prank makes a real point

Baua Electric

The announcement involved a press event at the National Press Club, along with official-looking press release and even a whole website. Here are some examples of conversations we had with the tool: Frankly… it kind of feels like visiting a traditional car dealer. But it was all organized by pranksters, not Toyota itself.

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Five EVs that lease for under $300/month

Baua Electric

A fifth EV, one that leased for over $400/month back then, has plunged into the sub-$300 club after a $120/month cut in cost. Under $300/month is notable because many people spend more than that on gas, and, depending on where you get your electricity from, switching to an EV could offset most or all of the cost of the lease.

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First Timer: 2021 Toyota Prius Prime

Clean Fleet Report

Memories fade over time, but the day you buy your first electric vehicle will stay with you, maybe forever. CFR: Tell us about the research and shopping experience and the purchase decision process, such as when did you buy or lease the Prius Prime, when did you begin researching new cars, and what dealer did you go with?

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In the Caribbean, EVs leave ICE vehicles behind

Electric Auto Association

Like nearly everyone else with an electric vehicle (EV) on Saint Thomas, Doug White, co-founder of Virgin Islands Electric Vehicle Association , drives a Nissan LEAF. Of course, they have to offer other Nissan models as well, but their focus has definitely been on driving electric.” “The I use mine as a truck.

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Road Test: 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD PHEV

Clean Fleet Report

Be careful listening to self-anointed experts that owning a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is not a wise choice or viable option when buying a new car. Those truly in the know have real world knowledge of why a PHEV is the perfect bridge between a gasoline-powered car and one propelled by only electricity.

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July/August '06 - Activists Promote the Film, Ford Retreats on Hybrids

Plugs and Cars

Who Killed the Electric Car opens across America EAA chapters turn out for openings Summer 2006 has been all about “Who Killed the Electric Car?” Reviews of the movie by the score have been fueled by $75 per barrel oil and the fear of $4 per gallon gas. Tell your local dealer you’ll buy a hyrid with a plug.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

Adding electric miles. While the hybrid system is impressively efficient, rated at 46 miles per gallon combined,the secret to getting the best fuel economy is by maximizing the 26 miles of pure electric driving the Niro PHEV gets by plugging it in. A fully charged battery will deliver 26 miles of all-electric driving.

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