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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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Stop-Sale Issued for 2024 Chevy Blazer EV

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The automaker is telling dealers to pause sales so it can address problems with charging and the infotainment system. Three days later,] we took it to the dealer. We are currently waiting on a replacement module and on week three of the dealer having my car. Because no speedometer means to driving.

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Ford installing GE WattStation chargers, charging network at facilities

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Ford now offers three plug-in vehicles: the battery electric Focus Electric, and the C-MAX Energi and Fusion Energi plug-in hybrids. MyFord Mobile is complimentary for five years from the vehicle sale date as recorded by the dealer. Subscriptions fees apply after five years. Today, there are more than 20,000.

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Audi introduces 2015 Audi A3 and S3 sedans; A3 Sportback e-tron PHEV confirmed for US

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Audi of America also confirmed that it will offer the A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in gasoline electric hybrid (PHEV) model in the US market later in 2014. Adding to the existing Google Earth 3D satellite imagery and intelligent POI search with Google Voice Local Search, the Audi A3 introduces a new Picture Navigation service.

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New Year’s Resolutions for EV Drivers

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And, if you use them, they don’t cancel out any other dealer or manufacturer incentives that may apply to the vehicle. Depending on the station, amperage, and vehicle, Level 2 chargers are capable of fully charging a vehicle overnight and can either be wired straight into your electrical system, or plugged into a NEMA 14-50 plug.

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First Drive: 2016 Hyundai Sonata PHEV and HEV

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Hyundai began the US rollout of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) and its conventional hybrid sibling (HEV) with a series of media drives in California—one of the main markets for the PHEV, which offers some 24 miles (38.6 km) of all electric range and a 9.8 Earlier post.). Sonata models.

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How to Answer Top EV FAQs This Season at Your Dealership

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They are small enough to carry in a vehicle truck and plug into a regular 120 volt wall outlet. Level 2 chargers can either plug into a 240 volt electrical outlet, or they can be directly wired into an existing electrical system. How full/empty the vehicle’s battery is at plug-in. How do I find a charger?

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