Kia EV3 revealed, Jeep Wagoneer S teased, curbside fast-charging: Today’s Car News
Jeep teases its Wagoneer S with a Model Y Performance faceoff. Kia reveals its stylish compact EV3. And could streetside fast-charging work across U.S. urban areas? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Kia has revealed the production-bound EV3…
VW delays US release of ID.7 EV, electric Microbus unchanged
Volkswagen announced Wednesday that it will delay the arrival of its ID.7 electric hatchback for the U.S. and Canada. VW didn’t provide a revised timeline for the ID.7’s arrival. It was originally due later this year, for the 2025 model…
Honda Civic Hybrid details, VW ID.7 delay, Camaro EV: Today’s Car News
GM gets its plug-in hybrids ready for 2027 and considers an electric Camaro. The Civic Hybrid will be perky and provide nearly 50 mpg. And VW puts its ID.7 on hold for the U.S. This and more, here at Green…
2025 Honda Civic Hybrid nears 50 mpg with Civic Si pep
Honda has revealed a few more details about its upcoming Civic hybrid lineup ahead of its arrival in June as a sedan and later this summer in hatchback form. The company appears set to position the hybrid version of the…
GM is mulling a Chevy Camaro EV
The last Chevrolet Camaro left the factory in late 2023, putting the vaunted muscle-car nameplate on hiatus. But General Motors president Mark Reuss wants to see the Camaro make a comeback as an EV, according to Motor Trend. GM would…
Honda fuel-cell semi project bows, banks on hydrogen business
Honda on Friday revealed a hydrogen fuel-cell semi in concept form, as it builds out the idea and looks for commercial vehicle partners. The concept truck, due to debut Monday at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) expo for fleet vehicles,…
Bolt EV settlement, EV interest waning, Honda hydrogen semi: Today’s Car News
Automakers might be losing younger EV shoppers over the lack of affordable models. A Honda hydrogen semi kicks off a new fuel-cell push for the brand. And megawatt charging for big electric trucks is finally starting to arrive. This and…
Honda AWD hybrids are coming soon—and 2M EVs annually by 2030
Honda will leverage EV hardware in a new all-wheel-drive system for future hybrids, while also targeting 2 million annual EV sales by the end of the decade, according to a Thursday business update from the automaker. The all-wheel-drive system for…
Mercedes electric G-wagen review, Chinese EV tariffs, BMW and Honda EV targets: The Week in Reverse
Which EV charging network remains slated for growth, with nearly the entire team laid off? How will EV tires last longer while tapping into more renewable materials? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green…
Mitsubishi plans EVs, plug-in hybrids in expanded US lineup
Mitsubishi plans to update its U.S. lineup with new hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and EVs over the next few years. The automaker on Thursday unveiled a new business plan called “Momentum 2030” which includes plans for one new or refreshed model…
Chevy Bolt EV owners may get up to $1,400 for battery recall
Those who’ve owned or leased a Chevrolet Bolt EV from the 2017 through 2022 model year are likely eligible for an amount ranging from $700 to $1,400, as part of a $150 million settlement amount against GM and LG Energy…
Michelin doesn’t want you to buy as many EV tires
The tire maker Michelin provides original-equipment tires for seven out of 10 EVs sold in the U.S. And yet it acknowledges that EV drivers shouldn’t be buying as many tires as they are. It’s a technology challenge on multiple fronts….
Mitsubishi EVs, Honda AWD hybrids, EV tire sustainability: Today’s Car News
Honda promises more all-wheel-drive hybrids. Mitsubishi teases new EVs and hybrids for the U.S. And we run through why you shouldn’t need to buy EV tires as often in the future. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Honda…
BMW EV targets, Ford hybrid recall, Aptera funding pivot: Today’s Car News
Aptera is done with crowdfunding. Ford recalls Maverick Hybrid and Escape Hybrid models for a software issue. And BMW holds to its EV targets as other automakers waver. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. BMW is sticking to…
Aptera finishes crowdfunding, seeks more capital for solar EV
Aptera late Wednesday announced the end date for its crowdfunding stage, as it seeks private capital on its way “towards high-volume production” of its high-efficiency, three-wheel solar EV. The company’s Regulation A crowdfunding, which bypasses traditional investors and the stock…
EV market share fell in Q1, in a dearth of affordable models
U.S. EV and hybrid sales fell in the first quarter of the year, according to a Tuesday update from the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration (EIA). Sales of battery electric vehicles (full EVs) dropped to 7.0% of overall light…
BYD Shark plug-in pickup, Kia EV6 update, US EV market share: Today’s Car News
EV sales are up but market share is down. The Kia EV6 shows off a facelift and more range. And BYD drops a Shark of a plug-in hybrid pickup south of the border. This and more, here at Green Car…
2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid, Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, Biden tariff hikes: Today’s Car News
The Biden administration hikes tariffs on various goods from China, and it goes beyond just EVs and batteries. Kia refreshes its three-row hybrid SUV. And Subaru is looking to Toyota for more of its EVs. This and more, here at…
Biden hikes tariffs to keep Chinese EVs out
Those holding out for a cheap $20,000 EV from China might best look for a third-party Presidential candidate who’s on board with free trade. The Biden administration on Tuesday took a serious protectionist stance, revealing sweeping tariff hikes affecting $18…
2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class works on its quads (motors, that is)
It has four motors, 579 hp, and an off-road heritage that goes back further than the Rivian R1S, GMC Hummer EV, and Tesla Cybertruck. With the electric version of its military-grade G-Class, Mercedes-Benz promises even more freedom from pavement than…
VW reveals more US ID.Buzz feature details—no pricing yet
Volkswagen has confirmed feature, trim, and color combinations for the upcoming 2025 ID.Buzz in its long-awaited U.S. specification. The ID.Buzz will initially arrive for the U.S. in a launch-only 1st Edition version, VW confirmed, plus two other trims: Pro S…
BP seeks stranded Tesla Supercharger sites in $1B EV charging buildout
BP is eying Tesla Supercharger sites as part of a planned expansion of the oil giant’s U.S. charging network, Bloomberg reports. The company said it “is aggressively looking to acquire real estate to scale our network, which is a heightened…
Ioniq 6 review; Supercharger cuts; Toyota and Ram fuel-cell trucks: The Week in Reverse
Why did Tesla sell a base Model Y with a bigger battery than needed? Why do rural communities see EV charging as less relevant? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the…
Trump offered to nix EV incentives for $1B donation from Big Oil
At a meeting with top oil executives at his Mar-a-Lago club last month, Donald Trump offered to reverse Biden administration environmental policies in exchange for a $1 billion donation to his presidential re-election campaign, the Washington Post reports. The donation…
Tesla Supercharger network plans $500M expansion despite layoffs
Despite recent layoffs, the Tesla Supercharger network is due for an expansion, CEO Elon Musk claims. Tesla will spend “well over” $500 million on the Supercharger network this year, Musk said Friday on X (formerly Twitter), the social media network…
BP’s Supercharger bailout, Trump’s Big Oil bet, big batteries in fuel-cell trucks: Today’s Car News
Trump reportedly offers to scrap EV-friendly EPA emissions rules. BP seeks to rescue stranded Supercharger stations as Tesla’s charging plans fizzle. And does going with a very large battery pack but no charge port make sense in fuel-cell semis and…
Toyota supersizes battery in fuel-cell semi, teases formula for pickups
In its latest production-bound version of hydrogen fuel-cell semis, Toyota is adding much more of something that will help it go the distance consistently: batteries. Hydrogen fuel cell power is often seen as an alternative to batteries, but here the…
Hyundai Ioniq 6 review, cheaper California charging, EV flame retardants: Today’s Car News
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a strong alternative to the Tesla Model 3. California shows ho it can make home EV charging cheaper. And are EV interiors—and car interiors in general—making us sick? This and more, here at Green Car…
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 overshadows Model 3
With more range, better functionality, actual style thanks to a better design, and competitive price, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 just makes better sense than the Tesla Model 3. But that style does come at a price for taller passengers; Tesla…
Rivian aims for 155,000 of its $45,000 R2 electric SUVs in Illinois
Just after the reveal of its more affordable R2, R3, and R3X models in March, Rivian announced plans to rejigger its production capacity at its existing plant in Illinois, to accommodate the R2 electric SUV at that plant instead of…
Rivian R2 production, Kia EV3 debut date, Eli Zero: Today’s Car News
Kia confirms the EV3 for production. Rivian revamps its Illinois plant for R2 production. EVs are already having a big effect on gasoline demand. And how small of an EV is big enough? This and more, here at Green Car…
Kia confirms EV3 for May 23 reveal, arrival in late 2024
Kia on Tuesday confirmed that its compact EV3 electric SUV will go on sale later this year. The production-bound EV3 is due to make its debut on May 23 and will in its shift from a concept vehicle to a…
Ram hydrogen fuel-cell truck, BMW EV batteries, rural charging: Today’s Car News
EV battery production for BMW is setting up south of the border. Ram aims to scale up its hydrogen fuel-cell muscle. And why do rural governments see EV charging as less important? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. …
EV charger reliability gains will take more than a Tesla connector
Nearly every EV brand in North America is adopting Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector and gaining access to the automaker’s Supercharger network. But despite that network’s fairly good reputation for reliability, the NACS connector alone may not guarantee…
Tesla drops base Model Y, Electrify America push, NACS and reliability: Today’s Car News
Electrify America is on an expansion streak. EVs are part of the solution to remedy unhealthy air. Tesla has dropped the base Model Y for a 320-mile version that only costs $2,000 more. And will the Tesla connector fix charging?…
EV tax credit supply chain rules ease, but China restrictions remain
In a coordinated push through federal agencies, the Biden administration on Friday released a revised set of regulations applying to the EV tax credit that will ultimately make the credit easier to claim for a wider range of vehicles in…
Electrify America EV charging network set to grow by 25% in 2024
Electrify America confirmed Thursday, on the sixth anniversary of its first fast-charger installation, that it’s planning a big expansion of its fast-charging network in 2024. EA aims to reach 5,000 chargers by the end of the year, including larger charging…
Tesla cancels cheapest Model Y, adds Long Range version
Tesla re-released its Model Y Long Range on Friday, as the model in the lineup providing the longest range at the lowest price—with an extra twist for those who have recently purchased the base Model Y. The latest Model Y…
Lucid Gravity drive, Acura ZDX review, Jeep plug-in hybrid pickup: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker is adding hybrid production at its U.S. dedicated EV plant? Which Lexus model has gone hybrid-only for 2025? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending May 3,…
Jeep plug-in pickup, Acura ZDX, Cadillac’s EV shift, tax credit rules: Today’s Car News
A plug-in hybrid Gladiator will join the Jeep lineup next year. Cadillac gets cold feet about its 2030 end date for gasoline. And Biden agencies ease one area of the EV tax credit that could mean more qualifying EVs. This…
Jeep confirms Gladiator 4xe PHEV pickup, mulls Recon hybrid
The Jeep Gladiator pickup truck will get a 4xe plug-in hybrid variant, while the upcoming Recon SUV could get a hybrid powertrain alongside the previously discussed all-electric option. The Gladiator 4xe was confirmed by Jeep North America CEO William Peffer…
Feds to formalize foreign entity rules for EV tax credit
The U.S. Treasury Department could issue clarifications on federal EV tax-credit eligibility rules as early as Friday, reports Transport Topics. Citing anonymous sources familiar with the matter, the report claims the federal government is ready to issue rules relating to…
2024 Acura ZDX Type S keeps first EV mostly on-brand
The 2024 Acura ZDX is the Honda premium brand’s first-ever electric vehicle, a midsize crossover SUV with five seats. Visually it’s every inch an Acura, and it’s very close in size to the brand’s bestselling model, the MDX midsize crossover….
Lucid Gravity prototype, Toyota hydrogen plans, California EV sales: Today’s Car News
Stagnant Tesla sales flatten EV growth in California. Toyota sets up shop for all things hydrogen. And a drive of the Lucid Gravity tells us that it’s built on a layer of Air but adds much more. This and more,…
Lucid Gravity might defy segments
Is that a minivan? Is that a wagon? Is that an SUV? The answer to these questions in order is no, kind of, and yes. The Lucid Gravity is the startup automaker’s upcoming crossover SUV, but in many ways it…
Used EV price drop, Lexus UX hybrid mpg, die-cast electric G-wagen: Today’s Car News
The Mercedes G-wagen EV goes die-cast, with a sustainability twist. Used EVs are selling at lower prices than last year. And the most affordable Lexus gets more fuel-efficient. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2025 Lexus UX…
Top-selling used EVs cost up to $5,000 less than last year
The average price of the most popular used EVs has dropped by up to $5,000 compared to last year, according to retailer CarMax. Sales data from September 1, 2023 to February 29, 2024, showed that the top EVs at CarMax…
Hyundai hybrids, Emily GT, Polestar battery test, charger reliability: Today’s Car News
Hyundai reneges on the promise of an all-EV plant. Polestar tests a different kind of battery at the charger. Federal researchers see ways to make fast-charging more reliable. And the EV with Saab roots might be made in Italy. This…
Hyundai confirms dedicated US EV plant will make hybrids too
Hyundai will add production of hybrid models at its Georgia Metaplant scheduled to open later this year, CFO Lee Seung Jo said during a recent earnings call. “We are investing in facilities to produce hybrid cars at the Hyundai Motor…
Mazda applies its design flair to China with EZ-6 electric sedan
An electrified successor to the Mazda 6 mid-size sedan goes on sale in China later this year, but prospects for the U.S. are unclear. Unveiled at the 2024 Beijing auto show, the Mazda EZ-6 combines the Japanese automaker’s signature design…
Flexible controls could boost EV charging station reliability
EVs and charging stations have aspired to provide EV drivers with something that rivals the turnaround time of gas stations. While charge rates are important, reliability and simply being able to get a charge, ultimately, are perhaps more important points…
Honda commits to $11B EV hub in Canada, to start in 2028
Honda on Thursday announced plans to push its EV supply chain into Canada, in a move that it said recognizes “the long-term attractiveness of the Canadian EV manufacturing ecosystem.” The investment is significant—$11 billion U.S. dollars, including investments by joint-venture…
Toyota 3-row EVs, Tesla price cuts, electric G-wagen, airless tires: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker priced its hardware set allowing its EVs to back up the home? Which EV brand has the lowest ownership costs of any automotive brand? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car…
Toyota 3-row EVs, lower-priced Ford EVs, Honda EV hubs, Mazda EZ-6: Today’s Car News
Ford EVs are losing money, but hope is on the way with a next generation of vehicles. Mazda shows an appealing electric sedan so far limited to China. Toyota plans a second U.S.-made three-row electric SUV. And Honda is creating…
Ford promises more affordable EVs as it loses money on them
In its quarterly earnings call this week, Ford reported significant losses on EVs—but still promised lower-priced models. As reported by CNN, Ford said its EV unit lost $1.3 billion in the first quarter, or $132,000 for each of the roughly…
Mini Aceman EV, GM home-backup hardware, 2024 EV sales to climb: Today’s Car News
GM reveals more about what will turn its EVs into backup power for the home. Mini shows its Aceman EV. And EV sales are set to make gains in the U.S. and globally in 2024. This and more, here at…
Mini Aceman urban EV fits between Cooper, Countryman
Mini on Wednesday unveiled a new entry electric model, although it’s unclear if it will reach the U.S. Called the Aceman, the new model is a crossover that borrows the name and minimalist look from a 2022 concept car. Measuring…
Mercedes G-Class EV, Model 3 Performance, Tesla ownership costs, Vinfast dealers: Today’s Car News
Tesla reintroduces the Model 3 Performance, and the brand rules in ownership costs. Mercedes rolls out its electric G-Class. And Vinfast adds U.S. dealerships. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In addition to Tesla’s quarterly call for investors—which…
Tesla Model 3 Performance bows with adaptive suspension, track mode
A new Tesla Model 3 Performance based on the refreshed Model 3—codenamed “Highland” by the automaker—is now available to order in the U.S. Appearing on Tesla’s website Tuesday, the new Model 3 Performance has a dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain rated…
2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class works on its quads (motors, that is)
It has four motors, 579 hp, and an off-road heritage that goes back further than the Rivian R1S, GMC Hummer EV, and Tesla Cybertruck. With the electric version of its military-grade G-Class, Mercedes-Benz promises even more freedom from pavement than…
Tesla leads with lowest ownership cost, beats Toyota
Teslas are less expensive to maintain than other car brands, including some with strong reputations for reliability, according to Consumer Reports. As part of its 2023 Annual Auto Surveys, Consumer Reports asked owners how much they paid out of pocket…
Tesla prices; in-wheel motor Land Rover; airless tires, robotaxis, Autopia: Today’s Car News
Tesla cuts prices nearly across the board and appears to be pushing more people into Full Self Driving. Disney is making a popular automotive ride all-electric. Airless tires look like the future. And do in-wheel motors make more sense for…
Airless tires look like the future for robotaxis, EVs, and more
Michelin built its name on tires that ride on a cushion of air. But the top tire-maker in the world sees the future as completely airless. “We are convinced at Michelin that airless is the future technology that is necessary…
EV factories may be leading utilities to dirtier decisions
New factories producing EVs and their batteries are bringing more jobs to the Southeast, but utilities are trying to meet the power demands of these factories with natural-gas power plants rather than renewable energy, reports Energy News Network. Anticipated demand…
Disneyland will remake its Autopia around EVs in 2026
Disneyland will replace gasoline vehicles at its Autopia ride with EVs in 2026, the Los Angeles Times confirmed this week. Autopia is one of the longer-running attractions at the Anaheim, California, Walt Disney Co. theme park and it undoubtedly has…
Tesla Cybertruck recall prompted by “trapped” accelerator pedals
Tesla is recalling nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks over sticky accelerator pedals, after the NHTSA earlier this week said that it was already communicating with Tesla on the issue. Cybertruck pedals may become trapped in a depressed, “accelerate” position after a lot…
Camry hybrid, Ioniq 5 N reviews; Prius and Cybertruck recalls; Highlander EV: The Week in Reverse
Which EV maker is grading how reliably fast-charge stations work with its vehicles? Which automaker reportedly scrapped development of ICE range extenders for EVs? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the…
Cybertruck recall, US fast-charger growth, EV factories taxing grid: Today’s Car News
Road-trip fast-chargers for EVs are growing at a record pace. EV factories in the Southeast may inadvertently be creating more pollution for all ratepayers. And saving seconds with soap may have initiated an in-person recall of thousands of Cybertrucks. This…
US EV fast-charger growth is accelerating, filling in the flyovers
The U.S. now has nearly 8,200 public DC fast-charging stations, filling in gaps on the route map, according to a new Bloomberg report. The number of public fast-chargers increased 7.6% in the first quarter of 2024, fueled by the Biden…
2025 Camry hybrid review, Highlander EV, Prius recall: Today’s Car News
The 2025 Toyota Camry goes all-hybrid and does that matters to Camry shoppers a little bit better. Prius owners need to keep those doors locked. And is the U.S.-made three-row Toyota electric SUV a Highlander EV? It’s a variety pack…
2023-2024 Toyota Prius recall prompts advice to lock doors
Toyota on Wednesday announced a recall of 2023 and 2024 Prius hybrid and Prius Prime plug-in hybrid models due to a potential fault with the cars’ electronic rear door latches. In the approximately 55,000 vehicles recalled in the U.S., water…
Lucid Air charging boost, Mercedes range extenders, EVs losing money: Today’s Car News
Lucid adds a heat pump and subtracts charging time for its range-leading Air electric sedan. Mercedes-Benz might not see what Ram sees in a plug-in range-extended vehicle. And why is each EV still losing thousands to full-line automakers? This and…
Maserati reveals US-bound luxury electric convertible
The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is getting a convertible sibling that will create a new EV market niche in the U.S. Unveiled Monday, the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore is scheduled to arrive in the U.S. in the fourth quarter, as a 2025…
2024 GMC Sierra EV boasts 440-mile range, CrabWalk, lower price
GMC confirmed on Tuesday that the limited-edition launch version of its 2024 Sierra EV pickup will arrive in summer 2024—with about 10% more EPA range than originally suggested. The full-size electric truck, touted to be the “Denali of EVs,” bears…
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N enthusiast EV shows it’s worth the wait
The good folks at Hyundai have scrambled my brain with the 2025 Ioniq 5 N, a devilish little electric compact crossover that might just be a motorsports game-changer. Most electric vehicles are a blast to drive in a straight line,…
2025 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter adds smaller battery, shorter wheelbase
The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter electric van debuted for the 2024 model year with a long 170-inch wheelbase, a large 113-kwh battery, and a high roof. For 2025, it adds a shorter 144-inch wheelbase, a smaller 81-kwh battery, and a shorter standard…
China now makes enough batteries for global EV production
China already has enough battery manufacturing capacity to supply all global EV production, according to Bloomberg New Energy Finance. BNEF estimates to global battery-cell demand for both EVs and energy storage came in at around 950 gigawatt-hours in 2023—but manufacturing…
EV efficiency gains could cut grid demand, save billions
EVs could end up using a lot of electricity, but efficiency improvements to support them could significantly reduce the need for new grid infrastructure, cut energy usage, and potentially save consumers billions of dollars, according to a new study from…
Half of 2024 EVs have lower 5-year ownership cost vs. ICE
Many EVs have a lower five-year cost of ownership than comparable gasoline models, according an annual roundup from Vincentric, a source for ownership cost calculations for websites and automakers. Vincentric’s analysis covers eight factors: depreciation, fees and taxes, financing, fuel…
Fewer Americans aspire to EV ownership, Gallup poll suggests
American EV ownership is growing, but fewer car shoppers who don’t already own an EV are considering one, according to a new Gallup poll. Of those households surveyed, 7% reported owning an EV, up from 4% a year ago, while…
Fiat 500e review, F-150 Lightning price cut, diesel hybrids, curbside EV chargers: Today’s Car News
Do EVs need a breakthrough in battery energy density before they make environmental sense? And which luxury EV is bringing back the appearance of an internal combustion grille? Will fake tailpipes come next? This is our look back at the…
Could Honda soon outpace all but Tesla in US EV production?
Honda is well underway on a $700 million effort to retool three of its plants and create a new $3.5 billion battery plant for U.S. EV mass-production. But it’s also emphasizing how much flexibility it has in the shift to…
Sales of big pickups help bankroll EV push, but they’re sinking
Sales of expensive full-size pickup trucks from the Detroit Three automakers fell in the first quarter of 2024 which, as a Bloomberg report explains, could negatively impact those automakers’ EV plans. Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis have been cashing in…
Mercedes EQS refresh, curbside EV chargers, full-size pickup sales: Today’s Car News
Lamppost charging is coming to more U.S. cities soon. Sagging full-size pickup sales might soon impact EV plans. And is a grille looking more like that of combustion versions what Mercedes needs to spur more EQS sales? This and more,…
2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS gets more range, better brakes, and a fake grille
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS electric sedan gets a number of updates for its third model year. The refreshed EV arrives at U.S. dealerships later this year, with pricing to be revealed closer to that time. A new 118.0-kwh battery pack…
Fiat 500e review, F-150 Lightning price cuts, BMW and Rimac: Today’s Car News
The Fiat 500e is back, and we drove it in its element. Rimac is working on battery cells for future BMW EVs. And official Ford F-150 Lightning prices are heading back downward. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. …
Ford reverses course, cuts F-150 Lightning prices by up to $5,500
Ford is cutting prices on some 2024 F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks by up to $5,500, CarsDirect reports, citing a bulletin sent by Ford to dealerships. Effective April 5, the XLT Standard Range grade gets a $2,000 price cut, bringing…
2024 Mustang Mach-E, Toyota diesel hybrids, states delay EV mandate: Today’s Car News
Toyota may be mulling a bigger role for diesel. Several states are stalling on adopting California’s EV mandate. And the Mustang Mach-E gets better in many different ways. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2024 Ford Mustang…
Connecticut and Maine delay adopting California EV mandate
Connecticut and Maine have delayed adoption of California’s EV sales mandate, leaving EV advocates to retrench, reports Energy News Network. On March 20, Maine’s Board of Environmental Protection voted 4-2 against adopting California’s Advanced Clean Cars II rules, which accompany…
Kia EV plans, NJ $1,000 EV fee, Stellantis’ EV skepticism: Today’s Car News
Kia keeps to its EV goals. New Jersey is asking for EV buyers to pay $1,000. And the CEO of global automaker Stellantis seemingly denies that EVs are a greener choice yet. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. …
New Jersey marks up EV ownership with additional $1,000 fee
New Jersey is introducing an additional registration fee for EVs. Starting July 1, drivers will pay an upfront fee of more than $1,000 on top of existing registration fees. Governor Phil Murphy signed a law last week renewing New Jersey’s…
Tighter EPA emissions rules for big trucks don’t mandate EVs
The EPA last week announced stricter emissions standards for heavy-duty commercial vehicles, such as trucks and buses, for model years 2027 to 2032. Like the new emissions standards for passenger cars recently confirmed, these rules do not mandate EVs, but…
Taycan review, Equinox EV deal, R1T top safety, 70-mile PHEVs: The Week in Reverse
Which electric truck detailed this week got a lower price and more range than originally announced? Is CEO Elon Musk costing Tesla sales? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week…
Here’s how Nissan might electrify trucks and SUVs for the US
Not every automaker’s taking the same strategy when it comes to electrification. During an interview at the 2024 New York auto show Nissan North America’s Senior Vice President and Chief Planning Officer, Ponz Pandikuthira laid out for Green Car Reports…
$25,000 Tesla Model 2 project nixed in favor of robotaxis
The most affordable Tesla may have been canceled. Again. According to a report Friday morning from Reuters, citing three sources familiar with the matter, the company has ceased plans to build a $25,000 Tesla that would slot below the Model…
Tesla sets Robotaxi reveal for Aug. 8
Tesla will unveil its Robotaxi August 8, CEO Elon Musk announced Friday. In his typical fashion, Musk made the announcement on X (formerly Twitter), the social media site he owns. The post included the date with no further details. According…
Audi RS E-Tron GT, Porsche Taycan recall prompted by battery concerns
Audi E-Tron GT, RS E-Tron GT, and Porsche Taycan electric cars are being recalled for a battery issue that could lead to short circuits and fires. The recall population includes 606 Taycans from model years 2020 to 2023 and 1,042…
Ford delays EVs, Quebec incentive phaseout, EV rejectors as Luddites: Today’s Car News
Ford promises more hybrids but is delaying several key EVs. Are EV rejectors behind the times? And will EV sales hold up with the phaseout of incentives in Canada’s EV hotbed? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford…
Quebec ends EV purchase incentives, in what could prove a market test
Canada’s Quebec province—widely seen as the “California of Canada” with respect to EVs and EV policy—plans to end its EV purchase incentives. Quebec currently offers incentives of up to $7,000 for new EVs and $5,000 for new plug-in hybrids, as…
2025 Taycan review, Silverado EV arrival date, Equinox EV discount: Today’s Car News
Chevy Bolt EV drivers could get a discount on the Equinox EV. The Silverado EV gets an arrival date and a price cut. And the Taycan holds true to the original mission of the Mission E. This and more, here…
2025 Porsche Taycan makes good on the mission
Numbers alone aren’t what make a car thrilling or great. But they’re often what gets the conversation started. When Porsche revealed its original Mission E concept, in 2015, it was in many respects a first-draft effort of what it needed…
Rivian R1T tops safety list, Tesla sales drop, Musk factor: Today’s Car News
Tesla sales plunged over the past three months; is Elon Musk a factor? And Rivian gains some enviable safety credentials. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Could the safest pickup be fully electric? The Rivian R1T makes a…
Is Musk getting in the way of Tesla sales growth?
Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s reputation has deteriorated significantly thanks to his online outbursts—and that may be negatively affecting Tesla sales, Reuters reports. In a new survey by marketing analysis firm Caliber provided exclusively to Reuters, a “consideration score” for Tesla…
Next-gen PHEVs, Nissan EV pickup, Tesla at 6M, GM and CATL: Today’s Car News
Tesla hit six million cumulative EV sales, and we roundup all the achievements. GM is reportedly seeking a deal with CATL. Nissan and Mitsubishi team up for EVs, hybrids, and PHEVs, and next-generation pickups. And will next-generation batteries help plug-in…
Next pickup for Nissan and Mitsubishi may get PHEV, EV versions
The next-generation Nissan Frontier midsize pickup truck may get EV and plug-in hybrid variants, the latter using Mitsubishi tech, Automotive News reports. Nissan and Mitsubishi have been corporate allies since 2016, and the current-generation Nissan Rogue and Mitsubishi Outlander crossovers…
US-bound Polestar 4 starts at $56,300, arrives late 2024 from China
The 2025 Polestar 4 electric SUV coupe will be available to order in April with a starting price of $56,300. U.S. deliveries are scheduled to start in the fourth quarter. The starting price, which includes a $1,400 destination charge, applies…
Fisker prices slashed by up to $24,000, Tesla freezes them as trades
Fisker has slashed prices on its Ocean electric SUV as it looks to relieve a glut of unsold vehicles. In a move that it calls “strategically positioning Ocean to be a more affordable and compelling EV choice,” the company on…
What it’s accomplished, what it hasn’t
Ahead of the release of preliminary Q1 2024 production and delivery figures, expected next week, it’s now official: Tesla has delivered more than 6 million vehicles since 2008, every one a battery-electric vehicle. Its 5 million total last September got…
Fuel-cell Honda CR-V review, Genesis GV60 test, Fisker Ocean price cut: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker outlined an all-of-the-above electrified approach for the near future, including hybrids, PHEVs, and a 3-row electric SUV? Which luxury brand teased radiant cabin heat for a future electric SUV? This is our look back at the Week In…
Will the remains of EV startup Arrival help keep Canoo alive?
The U.S. EV startup Canoo earlier this week announced that it had acquired “a substantial portion of the advanced manufacturing assets” formerly owned by the U.K. startup Arrival for “pennies on the dollar.” The assets acquired by Canoo from the…
FCEV plugs a benchwarmer into the grid
The charge port on the front fender of the 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV is, ironically, what may help keep drivers of this fuel-cell vehicle away from a state of range anxiety. It signals plug-in-hybrid-like electric range for the commute, without…
Fuel-cell Honda CR-V drive, Polestar 4 pricing, Ferrari and SK: Today’s Car News
The U.S. Polestar 4 has a price. Ferrari’s teaming up with the battery supplier SK On. And we review the fuel-cell version of the Honda CR-V. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In a first drive of the…
Ferrari partners with battery supplier SK On for advanced cells
Ferrari on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding with battery supplier SK On for future battery development. The two companies will partner to “explore new possibilities and potential solutions to advance cell technology,” according to an SK On press release….
Genesis GV60 review, plug-in hybrid pass, China WTO complaint: Today’s Car News
Plug-in hybrids are getting a pass from the EPA for a few years, despite evidence they’re polluting more than billed. China complains to the WTO. And we drive the Genesis GV60, just as Genesis reveals there’s more on the way…
PHEVs pollute more than billed, but EPA just gave them a pass
A new European study finds that plug-in hybrids pollute more than advertised, while in the U.S. the EPA appears ready to give them more emissions leeway. The European Commission study showed that new plug-in hybrids registered in 2021 averaged emissions…
Nissan EV and hybrid plans, Genesis SUV concept, LFP for $25,000 Tesla: Today’s Car News
Nissan announces a three-row electric SUV due in 2028. Genesis rolls out a large electric SUV concept and a performance GV60. CATL might be making cells for the very affordable Tesla. And why are we having our EVs charge at…
Will the $25,000 Tesla use faster-charging CATL LFP cells?
Battery supplier CATL is developing faster-charging battery cells for Tesla, according to Bloomberg (via Automotive News). CATL chairman Robin Zeng mentioned this project in an interview with Bloomberg in Hong Kong on Monday, in which he also confirmed that CATL…
Nissan hybrids and PHEVs US-bound, 3-row electric SUV for 2028
Nissan on Monday revealed a roadmap that will pivot the automaker back toward hybrids and plug-in hybrids for the U.S., as well as plans for a next generation of higher-volume EVs that will cost 30% less. As such, they’ll cost…
Jeep sidesteps EVs with ICE off-road concepts, points to PHEVs
At its annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, Stellantis’ Jeep brand has presented four new concept off-roaders. And this year, unlike other recent years, all of them were gasoline-fueled. Among them, the lone plug-in concept among them was the…
Will Toyota Prius Prime gain EV route planning smarts?
Among the new features of the Toyota C-HR plug-in hybrid recently launched in Europe is an efficiency-boosting trip planner that could be useful to Toyota’s U.S. plug-in hybrid customers. Called Predictive Efficient Drive, this feature analyzes traffic conditions and learns…
2025 Mercedes GLC 350e PHEV brings fast charging, long electric range
A new plug-in hybrid version of the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class crossover SUV is coming to the U.S. for the 2025 model year, the company confirmed this past week. Called the GLC 350e, the plug-in hybrid is scheduled to reach showrooms in…
Hyundai, Kia, Genesis recall 147,000 US EVs over 12V battery issue
Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis are recalling nearly 150,000 EVs in the U.S. over an electronics issue that may cause 12-volt batteries to lose charge while driving. The recall population includes 98,878 Hyundai and Genesis EVs from model years 2023 and…
VW ID.4 review, Audi Q6 E-Tron preview, Lexus RX PHEV, Trump EV tariff: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker recalled nearly 150,000 U.S. EVs? Which generation buys the most EVs? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 22, 2024. A first drive of the 2024…
BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range
BMW continues to preview its next-generation EVs with a new concept car, while also providing a bit more detail on some of the engineering for these new models, which are due to start production next year. The BMW Vision Neue…
2024 Lexus RX 450h+ half-steps into future
One of the most important vehicles in the Lexus lineup, the RX, finally plugs in. The 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid arrives on the scene with 37 miles of electric range from the Toyota RAV4 Prime’s powertrain, in a…
GM considers odd EV battery cell shapes for better cooling
As it seeks to address production issues with its current Ultium battery cells, General Motors may be considering something even more complex. First spotted by Motor1, a recently filed GM patent application discusses battery cells with Lego-like shapes meant to…
Shell is shedding some gas stations in favor of EV charging
Shell plans to eliminate some of its current gas stations while putting further emphasis on EV charging. “We are upgrading our retail network, with expanded electric vehicle charging and convenience offers, in response to changing customer needs,” Shell said in…
Lexus RX 450h+ review, Toyota PHEV route smarts, Biden eases rules: Today’s Car News
The Biden administration eases the path ahead for automakers to go electric. Toyota hints of more advanced route planners for plug-in hybrids in the future. And we find the Lexus RX PHEV compelling on some numbers but not others. This…
Rivian adapters arrive in April, enable Tesla Supercharger waypoints
Rivian will begin shipping free North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapters to customers in April, giving them access to over 15,000 Tesla Supercharger fast-charging stations across North America, the automaker announced Monday. Compatible Supercharger sites will be added to roughly…
Audi Q6 E-Tron review, Fisker pause, Rivian Tesla adapter: Today’s Car News
Rivian sets its drivers up for using Tesla Superchargers. Fisker sends out a mix of optimism and warning signs. And Audi’s next electric SUV shows the next level of EVs from the brand. This and more, here at Green Car…
VW ID.4 review, Trump tariffs, generational EV gap, Mercedes solar: Today’s Car News
Trump threatens some very high tariffs against Chinese cars made in Mexico. Mercedes-Benz considers a solar roof on EVs. We drive the revamped VW ID.4. And is there a generational gap in EV interest? This and more, here at Green…
2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron casts a potent EV shadow
I step on the brake with my left foot, press the accelerator to the mat with my right—then, slip off on the left. Motors whirl to life as they whorl out warp-speed forward thrust. Traffic cones fly by in the…
Nio and CATL ally for longer-life EV batteries, swapping tech
Chinese automaker Nio is partnering with battery supplier CATL for research into longer-life EV batteries, including for use with Nio’s battery-swapping service. The two companies “will jointly carry out discussions, make technological breakthroughs and innovation, and promote product applications,” according…
Gen X, Millennials buy the most EVs, as Boomers dominate policy
Gen X and Millennials tend to buy more EVs than Baby Boomers, but the older generation is still in control of EV policy, a pair of recent studies show. Experian’s fourth quarter 2023 Automotive Market Trends report, released Thursday, noted…
Brake-dust particles’ electric charge might help curb emissions
Up to 80% of brake-dust particles have an electric charge, which could serve as a means of controlling brake dust and improving air quality, according to a new study from the University of California, Irvine (via Green Car Congress). The…
XC90 Recharge review, Polestar 3, Rivian R3, EV tax credit update: The Week in Reverse
Which automakers are considering a partnership that could span EVs, hybrids, and software? Which automaker said it’s aiming for its future EV batteries to last longer? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car…
Honda and Nissan point to partnership for EVs, hybrids, software
Nissan and Honda on Friday disclosed that they’re considering a “strategic partnership in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence.” As of yet, the companies have only committed to a feasibility study for the idea, but such a partnership would…
Volvo EX30 impact, Nio and CATL, Honda and Nissan, brake dust: Today’s Car News
Magnets could help clean up brake dust. Honda and Nissan ally for EVs. Nio and CATL go in on battery swapping together. And which is the greenest Volvo EX30? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In a lifetime…
Apps claiming to boost EV efficiency can hike insurance rates
App-based features pitched as a way to become a safer and more efficient driver may end up reporting you as a higher-risk driver to insurers, The New York Times reports. New cars, EV or not, have substantial data-gathering capability thanks…
LFP version not offered to US is greener pick
In a life cycle assessment of the Volvo EX30 electric vehicle released Thursday, the automaker underscored that its upcoming compact EV has the lowest carbon footprint of any electric Volvo yet. The team behind the EX30 analysis looked at two…
Biden agencies draw roadmap for EV charging along freight corridors
The Biden Administration on Monday sketched out plans for EV charging and hydrogen dispensing along major U.S. freight corridors. The National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy was developed by the administration’s Joint Office of Energy and Transportation with input from the…
Volvo seeks 30% quicker EV charging without battery upgrades
Volvo wants to speed EV charging times by relying on software rather than upgrades to batteries and other hardware. The automaker on Monday announced a partnership with U.K.-based Breathe Battery Technologies to access that company’s “algorithm-enabled charging software” with its…
Some retailers aren’t doing much to support EV charging
Big-box stores and fast-foot chains offer large parking lots perfect for EV charging, but most lag in offering charging to customers, according to a new Consumer Reports study. Consumer Reports surveyed 270,000 retail locations controlled by 75 major retail and…
More than a third of Prius owners get another one, finds CarMax
When it’s time to replace their cars, many Toyota Prius owners choose another of the hybrids, according used-car retailer CarMax. More than 38% of CarMax customers who own a Prius purchase another one, according to the company. That makes the…
2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge adds polish to Swedish plug-in hybrid
Just before Volvo continues its all-electric shift with the XC90-sized EX90 EV, it’s smoothed out its popular plug-in hybrid powertrain in the XC90. With more electric range, more power, and more refinement all baked into the already appealing Swedish package,…
Volvo XC90 plug-in hybrid review, Chinese EV tariffs, retailers shun EV charging: Today’s Car News
Big-box retailers could be doing more to support EV charging. Senators push the idea of new tariffs to keep out Chinese EVs. We revisit the XC90 plug-in hybrid. And could the Rivian R3 help EV revive small cars in America?…
20-year EV battery, 9-minute charging in Samsung SDI roadmap
Samsung SDI this week presented a battery-development roadmap with ambitious performance targets for charging, energy density, and battery life. On the charging front, the company believes it can begin mass-producing battery cells capable of being charged from 8% to 80%…
Blazer EV price cut, Dodge electric muscle, Rivian R2 and R3: The Week in Reverse
Which major battery supplier has 9-minute-charging solid-state cells and a 20-year EV battery in its sights? Which affordable EV regained its EV tax credit eligibility this week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green…
Honda Prologue, Acura ZDX qualify for full $7,500 EV tax credit
The 2024 Honda Prologue and 2024 Acura ZDX will both qualify for the full $7,500 federal EV tax credit, Honda and its Acura luxury brand have confirmed. For the Prologue, which is scheduled to start arriving at dealerships in the…
Could Rivian R3 EV revive a stagnant small-car market?
Rivian on Thursday delivered what was expected—the R2 electric SUV. And then it stole the R2’s stage with products that fans, investors, and EV shoppers didn’t know they needed: the Rivian R3 and R3X. A short time after the reveal,…
2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron charges faster, goes farther, accelerates quicker
The 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron gets a number of changes, including faster charging, more range, quicker acceleration, and retuned ride and handling. These changes, which previously weren’t expected to arrive until the 2025 model year, are incorporated into a new…
GM cuts 2024 Chevy Blazer EV price by thousands, resumes sales
GM announced Friday that it’s dropping prices by up to $6,520 on its 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV, while resuming sales and deliveries of the model to customers. The Blazer EVs once again reaching customers have been given “significant software updates,”…
$45,000, over 300 miles, the future of the SUV?
The Rivian R2 is two years away, but with the debut of an R2 in prototype form on Thursday, it’s clear this electric SUV will arrive with a proposition unlike any EV yet: A boxy silhouette, rugged off-road chops, a…
Rivian R3 and R3X hatchbacks aim for masses for less than $45,000
The Rivian R2 electric SUV won’t be the least expensive model in the startup automaker’s lineup. On Thursday, CEO RJ Scaringe surprised everyone at the R2 debut by unveiling the R3 hatchback, as well as a performance variant called the…
Aptera lacks the funds to produce solar EV, hints of design changes
Startup vehicle maker Aptera said it has begun production-intent builds on the body for its three-wheel solar EV, although the timeline for actual deliveries might not be quite as bright as it sounds In a video address accompanying the update,…
Gravity’s very fast charging, EV price drop predicted, Aptera funding: Today’s Car News
Some very fast EV chargers land in the middle of Manhattan. Aptera once again says it needs more money. And raw materials and innovation could lead to a plunge in EV battery prices—and EV prices—analysts predict. This and more, here…
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV charges up next muscle car era
The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona is not like other electric vehicles. The three- and five-door hatchback hurtles the performance brand into its electric future by embracing all the muscle car machismo of its past. As for range and efficiency—the typical…
Nissan Ariya price cut, E-Transit range boost, Dodge Charger Daytona EV: Today’s Car News
Nissan cuts the price of the Ariya. Ford gives its E-Transit vans more range. And Dodge reveals its electric muscle car. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ready for a very different kind of EV? The 2024 Dodge…
3 of 5 EV drivers with home charging use public chargers weekly
Automakers tend to quote a figure often: That about 85% of EV drivers charge at home the majority of the time. That said, survey results out this past week from EV charging software company ChargeLab underscore that the reality is…
Audi EV discounts, public EV charging use, Nissan and Fisker: Today’s Car News
Nissan might help get a Fisker electric pickup built. Public charging is essential even for those who charge at home. And Costco is offering thousands off the price of Audi EVs. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Costco…
Rivian trip planning adds Tesla chargers in March, adapters coming soon
Rivian said Thursday that it will add Tesla Supercharger sites to its in-vehicle trip planner in March, with adapter shipments to owners starting soon after that. This will give Rivian owners access to more than 15,000 Superchargers across North America,…
Safest EVs, VW ID.4 update, Honda fuel-cell PHEV, Fiat’s EV future: The Week in Reverse
Which major automaker might be partnering with Fisker for an electric pickup? Should EV charging stations be allowed where gas stations aren’t? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending…
Fisker confirms potential EV partnership with “large automaker”
Fisker is in talks with an unnamed “large automaker” for a potential investment, development of one or more EV platforms, and North American manufacturing. The announcement, first reported by Automotive News, came directly from Fisker’s fourth-quarter 2023 earnings report Thursday….
GMC Hummer EV joins gas-guzzlers in list of meanest for the environment
The 2024 American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) list of “meanest” vehicles for the environment includes the expected array of gas-guzzling trucks—but also one EV. The 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV was ranked ninth on the list, between…
Nissan may build Fisker Alaska electric pickup, its own derivative
Nissan may build the Fisker Alaska electric pickup truck, as well as a derivative sold under its own brand name, Reuters reported Friday. The report, based on anonymous sources familiar with the matter, claims Nissan is in “advanced talks” to…
Rivian Supercharger plan, Hummer EV among the “meanest,” Fisker future: Today’s Car News
Fisker struggles, as it seeks to ally with a large automaker. The Hummer EV shows that not all electric vehicles are the greenest. And Rivian is set to add Supercharger stops in route planning. This and more, here at Green…
Here’s how Ford EV drivers get adapters, use Tesla charging
Ford led the industry last year in announcing a shift to the Tesla charge port and its North American Charging Standard (NACS), signaling Ford’s adoption of the NACS charge port in future EVs, while also providing upcoming access to the…
Ford EVs at Tesla Superchargers, EV Top Safety Picks, Aston EV delay: Today’s Car News
Ford has detailed how its EVs can charge on the Tesla network. Several EVs are among the safest new vehicles on the market. And Aston Martin has hit snooze on EVs in favor of plug-in hybrids. This and more, here…
2024 VW ID.4 price rises for substantial upgrades, more range
The 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 gets a price increase for the new model year, but also a number of upgrades. Prices start at $41,160 (including a mandatory $1,425 destination charge) for models equipped with the smaller 62-kwh battery pack. That’s a $2,370…
Tesla Roadster arriving in 2025 with SpaceX ties
Tesla CEO Elon Musk gave some conflicting signals about the upcoming product on Tuesday night. “Tonight, we radically increased the design goals for the new Tesla Roadster,” the CEO said, via a post on X. Musk then clarified that the…
Renault’s hot hatch for Europe costs less than any US-market EV
The cult-classic Renault 5 hatchback has returned as an EV—at a lower price than any electric car currently available in the U.S. Unveiled at the 2024 Geneva auto show, the new Renault 5 E-Tech combines retro styling and affordability. The…
Honda CR-V fuel-cell, affordable Renault 5 EV, Fiat concepts: Today’s Car News
Renault brings back its hot hatch in affordable EV form. Fiat reveals five new EV concepts. And Honda details another impressive-looking hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle, as infrastructure questions remain. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Honda has revealed the…
Could liquid hydrogen make fuel-cell trucks more viable vs. EVs?
Gaseous hydrogen is the default for fuel-cell vehicles, but Daimler Truck is experimenting with liquid hydrogen for large commercial vehicles—and it’s a technology that has the potential to cross over to passenger vehicles, eventually. The truck maker has partnered with…
Ineos off-road EV, liquid-hydrogen tech, gas stations vs. EV chargers: Today’s Car News
Some lawmakers want to ban public EV charging stations wherever gas stations aren’t permitted. Ineos revealed a fully electric off-roader while talking up its range-extended versions instead. And liquid hydrogen could have greater potential for fuel-cell long-haul semis, suggests This…
Dodge electric muscle car will vibrate like it has a V-8, patent suggests
Dodge has long hinted that its electric muscle car—which is due to be revealed in production form March 5—will be screaming loud. But a patent filing hints that it may also vibrate like it has a V-8. First spotted by…
Is it fair that EV chargers are allowed where gas stations aren’t?
As EV charging infrastructure expands, lawmakers in the Kentucky legislature have introduced a bill to “protect” gas stations, local television station WKYT reports. House Bill 581 seeks to prevent zoning authorities from treating EV charging differently from gasoline dispensing. That…
Mercedes delays EV targets, ICE models staying “well into the 2030s”
Mercedes-Benz is delaying an EV sales target that would have seen the automaker go all-electric in at least some markets by 2030, Reuters reports. The automaker told investors Thursday that it now expects EVs and hybrids to account for up…
Honda Prologue review, GM plug-in hybrids, Mach-E price cut: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker pushed an important EV target back by five years? Which brand is at least considering adding artificial engine vibration to its EVs? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the…
Here’s why in a few years EVs may cost less than gas models
Lithium supply may soon exceed demand for use in EV batteries, potentially bringing price parity with internal-combustion vehicles later this decade, according to a new study from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT). New emissions rules proposed by the…
When EVs get cheaper, Mercedes EV targets, Volvo and Polestar: Today’s Car News
Mercedes reels back its global targets for EV sales, although it’s still pushing ahead with current EV plans. Volvo details how it’s backing away from Polestar. And EVs will likely get cheaper than gasoline vehicles before the end of the…
GM nixed electric vans, is rushing plug-in hybrid pickups
General Motors has cancelled plans for more electric vans and a Ford Maverick-sized electric pickup trucks as it undertakes a “crash program” to launch plug-in hybrid pickups, Autoweek reported Tuesday. The automaker has nixed electric replacements for the ancient Chevrolet…
Honda Prologue review, GM PHEV pickups, vibrating EV muscle car: Today’s Car News
GM may soon have Chevy and GMC plug-in hybrid pickups. Dodge considers EVs that have much more than a V-8 soundtrack. And the Honda Prologue remixes GM’s Ultium into its own gateway EV. This and more, here at Green Car…
Hyundai’s Genesis is backpedaling on all-EV plan, to hybrids
Hyundai’s Genesis luxury brand is diluting a plan to go all-electric, according to a recent report from the Korean Economic Daily. In its 2021 “blueprints for electrification,” Genesis laid out that all new vehicles for the brand from 2025 on…
Ford Mach-E EV price cut, Genesis hybrids, tailpipe emissions rules: Today’s Car News
Ford knocked thousands off the price of its Mach-E electric crossover. Genesis may be going hybrid—and against its own EV current. And will the Biden administration loosen its own pollution standards? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford…
Porsche Panamera PHEV, VW ID.7 wagon, Volvo rebuffs Recharge: Today’s Car News
Porsche adds more electric miles to its Panamera plug-in hybrid. VW reveals a stylish electric wagon. Volvo shifts to the newer naming strategy for all its vehicles that plug in. And no, EV sales aren’t tanking. This and more, here…
Ford cuts Mach-E EV prices by thousands as sales plunge
Ford cut Mustang Mach-E prices by up to $8,100 after sales of the electric SUV reportedly fell by more than 50% in January. The automaker has lowered prices on multiple 2023 Mustang Mach-E models, reducing the base price by $3,100…
2025 Porsche Panamera plug-in hybrids mix in more EV miles
Porsche hasn’t forgotten about plug-in hybrids. Although the sports-car brand just earlier this month revealed a revamped 2025 Taycan EV that offers more range, better efficiency, and stronger acceleration, and it’s soon rolling out its fully electric Macan SUV, it…
Sono Motors revives with solar bus kit, not Sion solar EV
Germany’s Sono Motors has emerged from bankruptcy, but isn’t discussing the fate of its Sion solar-assisted EV. A press release announcing a plan to bring Sono out of bankruptcy did not mention the Sion, a small hatchback designed to use…
Kia dealers are already gouging away on EV9 electric SUV prices
Price gouging has already hit one of the most anticipated new EVs of the year—the 2024 Kia EV9. CarsDirect reports that national dealer inventory data currently shows EV9 markups of up to $7,000 over MSRP. One dealership confirmed to the…
2023 EV sales blew past 2022 levels every month of the year
EV sales not only increased in 2023 overall, but they were higher than 2022 levels for every month of the year, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Car sales are seasonal, and they always have been, so there’s…
Survey suggests lack of experience with EVs is slowing adoption
Car shoppers’ lack of experience with EVs is still holding back adoption, a new Consumer Reports survey suggests. The nationally representative survey of 9,030 American consumers—80% of whom said they owned a non-hybrid gasoline vehicle—was conducted in late June and…
Equinox EV details, Lucid Air price cut, Kia hybrid minivan, EV9 markups: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker revealed a far-out concept EV but skipped the auto show? And when did Republicans turn against EVs? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending February 16, 2024….
VW’s Scout EV brand bows, around $2B US plant and truck nostalgia
Scout Motors on Thursday announced it has broken ground on a $2 billion plant in South Carolina that could eventually produce up to 200,000 EVs per year. The facility in Blythewood, “near major cities and talent hubs,” is also near…
Kia EV9 markups, Scout builds out, lack of EV experience: Today’s Car News
Scout starts building its EV manufacturing home. Many Americans still have no experience with EVs. And how much more than MSRP would you pay for a Kia EV9? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Kia dealers are at…
Will it be EV maker’s Model 3 moment?
The Rivian R2 lineup is due to debut March 7. The California-based electric truck maker has revealed very little about the R2 as of yet, other than that it will be smaller and lower-priced than the existing R1 lineup—and, from…
Lucid Air price cut, Lancia Ypsilon EV, Civic-sized Sony-Honda EV: Today’s Car News
Sony and Honda may be working together on a Civic-sized EV. Lancia rolls out the start of an EV revival. Rivian shines some light on the R2. And Lucid cuts prices. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Thursday,…
When did Republicans turn against EVs, and will the tide turn?
EV bashing has become a regular Republican position and talking point, but it hasn’t always been this way. In a recent InsideEVs article, Detroit-based Republican and campaign consultant Mike Murphy discussed the results of a poll of 600 voters on…
Republicans and EVs, Honda fuel-cell CR-V, charging-station perks: Today’s Car News
Republican officials may not be representing their constituencies on EVs. The fuel-cell-powered Honda CR-V has a charge port and makes the most of it. And what do EV drivers really want in charging-station amenities? This and more, here at Green…
Electric Kia Stinger successor called EV8 in production plan
An electric successor to the sporty Kia Stinger may launch in 2026 under the name EV8, according to source material revealed via Korean Car Blog. A proper enthusiast’s car sporting a rear-wheel-drive platform and sleek hatchback styling, the Stinger emerged…
Chrysler Halcyon EV concept, Kia EV8, Stellantis and NACS: Today’s Car News
Stellantis says yes to the Tesla charge port, in code. Kia is reportedly planning on an electric Stinger. And Chrysler rolls out a new EV concept showcasing a whole lot of potential innovation. This and more, here at Green Car…