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Emissions Analytics argues that current Pareto-efficient solution for decarbonization would be hybrids, not BEVs, based on do-no-harm

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On this basis, and of Pareto efficiency, Emissions Analytics argues, until battery-electric vehicles can reach certain performance characteristics, government and industry support should switch immediately from EVs to full hybrids to create maximum welfare. The test cycle was made up of five repeats of the EQUA cycle, totalling 741 km.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

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One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. But with the 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) we obliterated the “official” number in our real world driving.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid How Does 53+ MPG Sound? The second generation 2023 Kia Niro is offered in three models–the all-electric Niro EV, the Niro plug-in hybrid, and the one reviewed here, the Niro hybrid. There are four drive modes of Eco, EV, Sport and Green Zone.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro EV

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When the all-electric Kia Niro was introduced in 2019 it followed the 2017 Niro hybrid and then the 2018 Niro plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Clean Fleet Report has been impressed with all three versions, as well as Kia’s eco-friendly philosophy that this year saw the debut of the all-new, all-electric EV6.

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News: 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV/EUV Get Big Price Drop

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Significant Price Reduction Repositions Entry-Level EV. Chevrolet announced this week that its 2023 Bolt EV and Bolt EUV are going to get major drops in price. The new 2023 pricing (2022 pricing in parenthesis) includes the mandatory $995 destination fee. Bolt EV $26,595 ($32,495). More EVs Coming.

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Interview: Jenny Chang, Kia Seltos Product Manager

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Seltos — the Gateway to Kia. Kia pulled the sheet off the updated 2024 Seltos at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show. A big change for Kia’s entry-level model. CFR : What is the importance of the Seltos to Kia? Kia : The Seltos is extremely important as it serves as a gateway vehicle to our brand.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV

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The all-new 2023 Prius Prime gets two less miles per gallon in hybrid mode than the 2022 model, but the all-electric driving range has increased substantially. Look for a full Road Test review soon on Clean Fleet Report. Then, when a longer road trip is planned, the Prius Prime delivers hybrid efficiency.

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