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Hyundai boosts range in refreshed IONIQ EV to ~170 miles

Green Car Congress

Hyundai introduced its refreshed IONIQ car lineup in a North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. IONIQ Hybrid with an EPA estimated 58 combined MPG remains the fuel economy leader for a non-plug-in vehicle. Drivers of the new 2020 IONIQ Electric can also enjoy 170 miles (274 km) of range thanks to an upgraded 38.3-kWh

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. You had me at 46 MPG. Once out of the Los Angeles area, we took CA 123 through Fillmore and Santa Paula, then headed to Ojai on CA 150 through the Topatopa Mountains. Go to your local Kia dealer and see for yourself. Wonderfully Efficient. The Niro PHEV is powered by a 1.6-liter

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Flash Drive: 2024 Acura ZDX Type S

Clean Fleet Report

The AcuraLink app connects your phone and the ZDX with several convenient features, such as a stolen vehicle locator, remote start and stop and remote door lock and unlock. The 2024 ZDX A-Spec and ZDX Type S are on-sale now at Acura dealers in all 50 states. The front occupants get a 12V power outlet and USB-C ports front and rear.

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

Clean Fleet Report

After driving 246 miles through Southern California counties of Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego, we had 30 miles of range remaining on the dash gauge. Bluetooth connection for up-to two devices with USB C-type power and data ports, wireless phone charging and a Wi-Fi Hotspot complete the technology. EPA at 235 miles.

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Road Test: 2022 Toyota Mirai Limited FCEV

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Simple math says we possibly could have driven 316 miles, which is just 36 miles shy of Los Angeles to the Silicon Valley. The three-month trial for the 2 GB Wi-Fi connection was a nice touch. Go into one of the 10 California Toyota dealers that are experts on the Mirai, and learn if this unique car is right for you.

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Will CARB’s New Rules Damage EV Startups?

Revenge of the Electric Car

But the new rules could make it virtually impossible for current Prius owners to transform their cars into super-efficient vehicles that get up to 150 mpg. That means you can drive around town as an electric car, and then jump on the freeway and head to Los Angeles, without having to recharge the battery. Protheroe asked.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Establishing dealer network. However," he continued, "If carmakers decide not to take advantage of this offer, AFS Trinity intends to raise the funds to begin modifying existing hybrids or manufacture its own 150 mpg SUVs and, eventually, 250 mpg sedans. Ford Escape PHEV-40 around 2012. We hope Ford will, and then move ahead!

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