Green Car Reports

JULY 8, 2023

This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending July 7, 2023. Ford broke new ground in making a hybrid powertrain. Which company that’s “all-in” on EVs pushed back against regulators’ targets?

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

A battery issue has halted Lightning production. And Volkswagen is back to old messaging on plug-in hybrids. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford plans to make LFP batteries for EVs and will soon put them in Mach-E and F-150 Lightning. All eyes are on Tesla and whether it will open up its Supercharger hardware.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

A micro-EV makes its way to production. Ford is thinking of electric police cars. And Toyota starts to go hybrid with its trucks. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. After years of hints, Toyota revealed its first hybrid pickup Sunday.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Ford is aiming to ramp up production of the Mustang Mach-E. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford is planning to more than triple production of its Mustang Mach-E electric SUV by 2023, with an additional ramp-up that will start next year. Mazda is in on the “self-charging” marketing spin.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 12, 2020

And there’s a new recall for the Pacifica Hybrid. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is being recalled again—this time for nothing to. Meanwhile Nikola announced that its Badger electric truck aims to reach the market around the same time as the Cybertruck.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 29, 2024

Hyundai will add production of hybrid models at its Georgia Metaplant scheduled to open later this year, CFO Lee Seung Jo said during a recent earnings call. ” 2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Exactly how that planned expansion of hybrid trims will specifically apply to the U.S.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 11, 2024

We revisit the XC90 plug-in hybrid. And could the Rivian R3 help EV revive small cars in America? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. With bipartisan pressure to dissuade Chinese automakers from selling their products in the U.S., Could the R3 and R3X revive a stagnant small-car market?

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 3, 2014

The 2014 Paris Motor Show this week kicked off the annual global parade of new production cars and concepts, and several notable green cars made their debuts. They include both concept and production models with hybrid, plug-in electric, and diesel powertrains. Demonstrating the breadth of green-car.'

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Toyota is localizing battery production for its hybrids—and more in the future. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Demand is surging for the F-150 Lightning, as Ford looks to go even bigger with future electric trucks. The newest EVs from Hyundai and Kia top 300 miles of range.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

Given the specific barriers, suggests author Andrea Beltramello, there is a role for government to support the development and diffusion of green vehicles, including through policies to strengthen the markets for green cars. Alternative propulsion systems include hybrid and electric engines.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 17, 2021

Honda has confirmed that the Honda Clarity lineup, which includes Clarity Fuel Cell and Clarity Plug-In Hybrid, has reached the end of the road. Both of those models will end production in August, with the Fuel Cell available for lease through 2022, Honda Motor America confirmed to Green Car Reports. Well, almost.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 6, 2014

The important global auto shows tend to go in waves, and this year''s Detroit Auto Show isn''t looking particularly notable for its green cars. Barring surprises, there will be no global debuts of new plug-in electric cars, hybrids, or even new diesel vehicles.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 25, 2021

Ford is reportedly doubling F-150 Lightning production. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Lucid is poised to break the 500-mile range ceiling. The Porsche Taycan gets faster charging and parks itself. And another GM EV1 sits neglected.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 17, 2021

BMW provided splashy product news for two upcoming electric vehicles, both expected to get the German brand to hit a higher driving-range peg. Hyundai released better numbers for its Tucson Plug-In Hybrid SUV. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. And what EV might Foxconn build in Wisconsin?

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Green Car Reports

MAY 18, 2020

Toyota has introduced new versions of the Venza utility vehicle and Sienna minivan, and they’re hybrid exclusive this time. The Lightyear One is one step closer with a production deal for its solar roof. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Netherlands.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2015

The BMW i8 plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) was named the World Green Car at the World Car Awards in New York. The other two short-listed finalists in contention for the award were the Mercedes-Benz S 500 Plug-In Hybrid and the Volkswagen Golf GTE. I am delighted to accept this award on behalf of the team in Munich.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 17, 2024

This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The plug-in series hybrids would have used dramatically downsized engines—a turbo-2 for the EQS—while halving the EV battery pack. Lucid adds a heat pump and subtracts charging time for its range-leading Air electric sedan.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Today on Green Car Reports: Three lithium-ion giants team up to build a better electric-car battery, Fisker Automotive''s new owner wants to restart production soon, and Peugeot plans to introduce compressed-air hybrid technology to production cars. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 30, 2024

version of the UX looks mostly the same as it did for 2024 and in previous model years, it’s now a hybrid-only model. 2025 Lexus UX vs 2024 Lexus UX EPA ratings The new hybrid emphasis brings with it an updated fifth-generation version of Toyota’s planetary-gear-based hybrid system, pairing a 2.0-liter Although this U.S.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 18, 2014

Today on Green Car Reports: Chevrolet Volt drivers pass 500 million miles on electricity, the 2015 Kia Soul EV enters production, and the Acura ILX hybrid is discontinued. All this and more on Green Car Reports. The Acura ILX hybrid goes to the grave for 2015, joining a growing list of defunct hybrid models.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 20, 2024

This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending. The 2024 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid gets a price hike—and more of a price bump versus non-hybrid Elantra models, although the Elantra Hybrid does now get the larger 10.3-inch inch infotainment screen.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The Nikola Badger hydrogen fuel-cell pickup would have essentially been a GM product, according to testimony. And how well does the Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid rival the Toyota RAV4 Prime? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Tesla models in the U.S. and Canada can fast-charge at a wider range of stations.

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 1, 2014

We''ve got September plug-in electric car sales figures, increased production of the 2015 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel pickup truck, and the newly-revealed Infiniti Q80 Inspiration hybrid concept. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Ram 1500 EcoDiesel production is set to double, with 20 percent of trucks.'

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Which EV was shown to be the most aerodynamic production car in the world? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending September 16, 2022. Which bidirectional charger is approved under warranty for the Leaf?

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Baua Electric

APRIL 4, 2024

Subsequently, Ford said it plans to offer a hybrid powertrain in every gas-powered model it sells. That campus is set to include new vehicle assembly, battery production, and a supplier park. The first of the two plants remains on track to open in 2025, Ford spokesperson Martin Günsberg confirmed to Green Car Reports this morning.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 3, 2017

With press days beginning March 7, we aren't expecting an overwhelming number of green cars at the Swiss show this year. A smattering of production and concept cars with some green elements will debut there, though. DON'T MISS: 2018 Lexus LS 500h hybrid luxury sedan to.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Hyundai’s retiring at least one plug-in hybrid product. And Hyundai is still thinking about hydrogen fuel cells for much more than cars. This and more, today at Green Car Reports. There’s quite a deal right now on the Audi E-Tron SUV. The 2020 Hyundai Sonata.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 29, 2019

Tesla is launching its own insurance product. And there might be a Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid in the works. All this and more at Green Car Reports. Tesla has launched an insurance product. Nio positions battery-swapping as an alternative to fast-charging. It’s so far only.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

The 2016 Geneva Motor Show is right around the corner, and a number of electric cars, hybrids, and other green models are set to debut there. As with any auto show, there will be a mix of concept cars and more down-to-earth production models.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 19, 2022

This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 18, 2022. Which carmaker announced plans to build its own charging network? Which carmaker is planning for a Starbucks at every stop?

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 18, 2017

Toyota has confirmed to Green Car Reports that it is ending production of the hybrid wagon for the U.S. The reason is simple: Its sales have fallen considerably since the 2016 launch of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid compact. and Puerto Rico.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 6, 2014

Today on Green Car Reports: Chrysler confirms two future plug-in hybrid models, the new Smart ForTwo slides in Sweden, and the Nissan e-NV200 electric van enters production in Spain. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 30, 2016

Today, Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the Model 3 electric car will be easier to build than previous models, three Toyota hybrid models are recalled for airbag issues that aren't Takata related, and we drive the refreshed 2016 Nissan Sentra compact sedan. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Electric cars are great for U.S.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 21, 2020

Which compact car will soon be offered in a 50-mpg hybrid version? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 20, 2020. This week brought an unexpectedly high number of future-product.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 23, 2020

And will Tesla’s cars get bidirectional charging ability in the near future? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending May 22, 2020. The biggest actual product announcement came at.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

And Shell says we’re past peak oil This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid performance coupe is entering its final year of production, with final build slots now available as the. Polestar starts to say farewell to the Polestar 1 flagship.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 27, 2019

Polestar has started producing its Polestar 1 flagship plug-in hybrid coupe, and it’s looking increasingly independent from Volvo. All this and more at Green Car. Bollinger is at work on its vintage-chic electric SUV and pickup. Toyota is planning to show off its mobility range at the Olympics.

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