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2017 Toyota Prius Prime, Chrysler electric minivan, Porsche 'defeat device': Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

Today, we review the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid, Chrysler reportedly plans to unveil a new electric car at CES, and Porsche may have used an illegal emissions-cheating "defeat device" in its gasoline cars Missed last week's news? Catch up with our Week in Reverse feature.

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These Are the Most Reliable Cars in Each Category, Says J.D. Power

The Truth About Cars

In the mass market, Toyota ranks highest with Buick and Chevrolet in a close contest for reliability.

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These Are the Most Reliable Cars in Each Category, Says J.D. Power

The Truth About Cars

In the mass market, Toyota ranks highest with Buick and Chevrolet in a close contest for reliability.

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Consumer Reports Says EVs Less Reliable Than Traditional Automobiles

The Truth About Cars

It might not seem that long ago, but Toyota launched the Prius hybrid about 25 years ago,” Steven Elek, head of CR’s data analytics program, stated. Lexus and Toyota took the number one and two spots, respectively, and were followed by Mini, Acura, Honda, Subaru, Mazda, Porsche, BMW, and Kia. SUVs, crossovers, and minivans were next.

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LA show displays green car ‘glimpse into the future’

Green Cars News

The show, based at the Los Angeles Convention Center will host more than 30 significant world and North American debuts and feature more than 900 vehicles from sports cars and sedans to crossovers and minivans. Porsche Cayenne Hybrid. Toyota Prius Hybrid. Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Concept. Mercury Mariner E85.