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Toyota to invest $1.3B to build EVs at its Kentucky plant

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billion investment in its Kentucky factory to build EVs, including its three-row electric SUV for the US market. The investment supports the previously announced future battery EV assembly at Toyota Kentucky. It’s also adding a battery pack assembly line, with batteries being supplied by Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina.

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Road Test: 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD

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When handed the keys to the 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD, the experience ended-up not only being pleasant, but one that raises the question–where has Lincoln been hiding this gem? What the Corsair PHEV does, or should do, is open the brand to a new audience who will consider buying a Lincoln for the first time.

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2020 Ford Escape to offer hybrid and PHEV variants

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The all-new Escape, available in S, SE, SE Sport, SEL and Titanium series trim levels, is built at Louisville Assembly Plant in Kentucky. For the 2005 model year, Ford became the first US manufacturer to offer a hybrid when it introduced the Escape Hybrid, the world’s first-ever hybrid SUV. History of Escape.

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Safest EVs, VW ID.4 update, Honda fuel-cell PHEV, Fiat’s EV future: The Week in Reverse

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Fisker Alaska electric truck concept Fisker confirmed with an earnings report and update delivered Thursday that it’s in talks with an unnamed “large automaker” for EV platforms, investment, and North American manufacturing. 4 update, Honda fuel-cell PHEV, Fiat’s EV future: The Week in Reverse appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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FPL Group and Duke Energy Pledge 10-year, $600M+ Commitment to Transition Fleets to PHEVs and EVs

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The joint commitment represents more than 10,000 vehicles and potential revenues of at least $600 million for manufacturers who can produce viable plug-in electric vehicles. The announcement was made during the Clinton Global Initiative ’s (CGI) fifth annual meeting in New York City. The initiative will begin 1 Jan.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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Promote a robust market for vehicle manufacturers, utilities, equipment service providers, and support industries that ensures a consistent user experience, customer choice, and allows for a streamlined permitting process. Enhance American manufacturing competitiveness, innovation, and the development of advanced technology.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid F Sport

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Clean Fleet Report has driven and reviewed many sedans, from several different manufacturers, and can report their quality and value have never been better. Built in Georgetown, Kentucky, the Lexus ES 300h F Sport has EPA class-leading fuel economy for a five-passenger, premium midsize sedan. Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive PHEV.

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