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Charging shorts EV interest, big SUV safety, Rivian Gen 2 and Toyota hybrid wagon: Today’s Car News

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Several big, gas-guzzling SUVs aren’t actually so safe , found the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in a new round of crash tests of the Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition, and Jeep Wagoneer. Rivian on Thursday rolled out revamped “Gen 2” versions of its electric trucks that gain efficiency, ride comfort, and a lot more.

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Report: Toyota to begin sales of fuel cell sedan in Japan this December

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It features performance and a cruising range similar to a gasoline engine vehicle (approximately 650 km / 404 miles) and a refueling time of roughly three minutes. The front compartment houses the electric motor, electronic control system and boost converter. Toyota FCV at the Paris Motor Show in October 2014. Click to enlarge.

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EIA: cellulosic biofuels will likely remain well below EISA targets

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A number of biofuels projects, including one from BP Biofuels in Highlands County, Florida, have been canceled before starting major construction. Strategic corporate shifts because of increased availability of low-cost natural gas. In addition, many projects have experienced delays in their commercialization attempts.

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News: 2024 Mazda CX-90

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Mazda has been repositioning itself into the premium category, and the CX-90 will give it a larger SUV to compete with the Acura MDX , Buick Enclave , Kia Telluride , Hyundai Palisade , Subaru Ascent and Toyota Highlande r. The engine works in conjunction with an electric motor and a rechargeable 17.8 liter inline 6-cylinder engine.

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Tale of Two 2,000-mile EV Rural Road Trips

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Charging the British way Around the UK In the UK my goal was to drive from Heathrow on a mammoth loop around the very northern parts of the Scottish Highlands on the NC 500 route, which traverses one of the most remote and sparsely populated parts of Europe. Consequently, range anxiety and charging locations are of little concern.

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid

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Toyota long ago made a commitment to hybrids, with the Prius being the most successful result of the company’s commitment to combining electricity and gasoline. Next up for 2021 is the all-new Sienna Hybrid minivan, which previously was powered only by a gasoline V6. Story and photos by John Faulkner. Hitting the Road.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid

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Both hybrid systems have front and rear electric motors with the Max having more power and torque; both run on 87 octane. Toyota’s hybrid system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine and gasoline-only engine power. It features a 6-speed automatic.

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