The Truth About Cars

APRIL 20, 2023

Ford has spent a lot of time touting the electrification of its venerable F-150. I found out a while back – and I came away impressed with the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning. Such as the high price for a loaded Lightning, and the fact that doing some “truck stuff” can have significant negative effects on range.

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Teslarati

DECEMBER 29, 2022

2022-2023 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid. 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning. 2023 Tesla Model 3 Long Range. 2023 Tesla Model 3 Long Range. 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range – 7-seat variant (3-rows). 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range – 5-seat variant (2-rows). 2022 Volvo S60 Extended Range.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 6, 2024

2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash Ford once again raised prices on some F-150 Lightning electric trucks , while lowering them on top-trim versions. 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash Ford once again raised prices on some F-150 Lightning electric trucks , while lowering them on top-trim versions.

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Baua Electric

MAY 28, 2024

Mach-E is strong in range—GT included First off, the 2024 Mach-E GT is a leader among performance-oriented crossovers with respect to range. It comes with a 91-kwh (usable) Extended Range battery pack and a 280-mile EPA range rating. The Mach-E is Ford’s only dedicated electric vehicle, with no gasoline equivalent.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 11, 2022

Ford says the all-new, all-electric 2022 F-150 Lighting is “the truck of the future.” The first was the 2021 Mustang Mach-E , next was the 2022 E-Transit cargo van, and now the enticing 2022 F-150 Lightning. Ford says 75-percent of F-150 Lightning buyers will be new to the brand, while 80-percent are new to owning an EV.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

Extended range electric vehicle powertrain company ALTe ( earlier post ) is tracking to produce a limited number of production-caliber vehicle powertrains by December, and plans to ramp up production in the first quarter of 2013, said CEO John Thomas in a recent interview with Green Car Congress. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Cars That Think

MARCH 18, 2022

No less an auto industry titan as Ford has also made bidirectional charging a selling point of their F-150 Lightning electric truck, reportedly slated to roll off the lines this year. A side benefit could be plugging in appliances to the car while camping rough.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

An Extreme Real World EV Driving (Charging) Test True Long Range: 1,796 Miles and Four States in a 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Ford presented a great opportunity to test the long-range suitability of the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E when I received an invitation to attend the Ford Bronco Off-Roadeo program in Moab, Utah. miles per kWh.

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Cars That Think

DECEMBER 9, 2021

The Rivian can tow 11,000 pounds, on virtual par with the maximum 11,300 pounds of the beefiest Ford F-150 pickup, America’s best-selling vehicle for 39 straight years. An optional 180-kilowatt-hour battery (for $10,000) extends range past 400 miles. I’m looking forward to my first hardcore off-road runs in the Rivian.

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Electric Auto Association

JANUARY 5, 2023

Newer EVs have larger battery capacities, allowing for longer ranges and protecting against performance losses. Plug-in hybrids can mitigate cold weather concerns as they are also gas-powered for extended range. Driving electric can be a plus in cold weather. The heavy batteries also help with traction on icy roads.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. At these prices, people are buying the "environmental feature" -- they want to be among the first owners of the worlds cleanest extended-range vehicles. See How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 3, 2009

Based on a single vehicle architecture, this modular concept supports three models with different drive configurations: the BlueZERO E-CELL with battery-electric drive; the BlueZERO F-CELL (fuel cell); and the BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS with electric drive and internal combustion engine as range extender. Earlier post.).

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EV Life

JANUARY 4, 2024

On the one hand, the (up to) $7,500 tax credit is now available right away at the point of sale, eliminating the wait time and allowing drivers to apply their savings directly to the purchase of their vehicle at the dealership—which is great for consumers. In fact, it’s what EV Life has been doing for our customers for years.

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EV Life

JANUARY 4, 2024

The dual-motor and tri-motor versions of the truck will also feature a 2500 lb payload capacity and 11,000 lbs of towing capacity, which is comparable to its competitors, the Rivian R1T and the Ford F-150 Lightning. But despite the setbacks and missteps, the first deliveries of the Cybertruck have finally arrived.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?",

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 23, 2024

A used EV might be the way to go in 2024 Although the $7,500 federal tax credit has been extended for new EV purchases under revised qualifying terms, those current requirements leave a very limited the number of current EVs that qualify. Here’s the latest list. Here’s how it works. As long as they fit certain criteria.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 2, 2024

In 2025, the tax credit rules will be extended to mining, processing, and recycling of critical minerals. The list of electric vehicles qualified for the EV tax credit in calendar year 2024 has been released. And as expected, it’s very short. The credit amount on these models has fallen to $3,750. That’s up from a 50% requirement for 2023.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

0:00 / 4:40 Battery power for Chrysler The Circuit will be a purely plug-in car - there will be no gas tank or gasoline engine at all - with an expected range of 150 to 200 miles on a full charge. Power will come from a 200 kilowatt, or 268 horsepower, electric motor.

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