Electric vehicle sales are slowing down, and companies are taking a big step back… When it comes to the popular pickup truck segment, General Motors is… Buick is definitely on a roll in China. The luxury brand is… A new analysis by Zion Market Research has revealed that the recreational… You may not know it…
When you purchase an electric vehicle, you likely intend to charge your… The all-new 2020 Dodge Charger GT all-wheel-drive has a number of performance-enhancing… Dodge recently introduced the “Dodge Power Dollars” program, which provides a $10… The 2020 Dodge Charger and Charger SRT Hellcat are getting a multitude… The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show…
Photo: Toyota Toyota will invest $383 million across four of its plants in the U.S. south, including Alabama, Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee. The investment will go toward creating or expanding production lines for four-cylinder engines with options for hybrid-electric vehicles. The company’s manufacturing operations in Huntsville, Alabama, will get the lion’s share of the investment…
The E-Tron Sportback’s new SUV Coupe cousin is on the way Photo: Audi Audi’s E-Tron family of electric vehicles is beginning to take shape. The company’s electric ambitions began with the release of the successful E-Tron Sportback crossover, which kicked off the new EV nameplate. Audi’s second E-Tron, a Sportback SUV Coupe sibling, has been…
Chevrolet Volt (2016 model pictured) So, if any of our readers notice my name at the bottom of this article (hi, mom!), then odds are that I would be recognized for the amount that I like to write about electric vehicles. However, I have been plagued by one big problem: I had never actually been…
Hydrogen-powered cars have been having some trouble competing against alternative-fuel rival battery electric vehicles, with very limited refueling infrastructure available solely in California. However, according to a new study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, under the right circumstances hydrogen could end up costing the equivalent of 50-cent-per-gallon gasoline. These “right circumstances” start with large-scale…
If you want to go green, but don’t want to spend the big bucks, then the 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV is the vehicle for you. Mitsubishi’s subcompact all-electric vehicle is the most affordable EV in the industry with a starting MSRP of $22,995. This price gives consumers an eco-friendly car that has a 62-mile range, which…
Ford and Redwood Materials announce a new partnership focused on battery recycling Photo: Ford With the acceleration of battery electric vehicle production comes the question of what happens to spent battery packs. Ford Motor Company turns to Redwood Materials for the answer to that question, with the two teaming up to establish battery recycling protocols…
General Motors enjoyed strong U.S. sales in the second quarter, reporting 696,086… The all-electric GMC Hummer EV supertruck is adding a new 3X trim… General Motors is rolling out a series of new electric vehicles like… The GMC Hummer EV Pickup recently received a new package that’s designed… GMC recently put the new Hummer EV…
Photo: Volkswagen Volkswagen has been making a huge push for electric vehicles in recent years. Their ID family of electric cars has recently launched to much success, and despite setbacks caused by COVID-19 delays, more EVs are on the way in the coming months and years. However, their method of selling these vehicles to consumers…
Many environmentally-conscious drivers wish that electric vehicles (EVs) were more affordable. They might soon get their wish. According to Chinese battery supplier Envision Energy, 2020 promises lower prices for EVs. Connected and Safe: Discover the advantages of OnStar technology Chevrolet Bolt EV battery pack Positive predictions The company’s CEO, Lei Zhang, claims that it in the…
The 2021 Lexus UX is a luxury compact crossover that offers both… Lexus has debuted its first fully electric vehicle, the new UX 300e.… Lexus knows all about style and luxury — just look at its… Maybe you’re among the masses who wonders from time to time why… Crossovers and SUVs are currently the bread…
A Boy Scout from Clarkston, Michigan, Matthew Netherland, recently completed an Eagle Scout project that involved building homes for bats with Chevy Volt battery covers. While the idea sounds complex, it is green in more than one way—recycling parts for an electric vehicle to construct homes for animals. L to R: Rich Castle (Consumers Energy),…
Photo: Subaru Subaru introduced the world to its first all-electric vehicle, the Solterra, in 2021 with a sneak peek and things have been relatively quiet ever since. As a rebadged version of the Toyota bZ4X, the Solterra EV offers similar styling with the added flair (safety) that a Subaru vehicle is known for. The 2024…
A conceptual rendering of the new Ultium Plant in Spring Hill, Tennessee Image: GM A new manufacturing plant in Spring Hill, Tennessee, will soon start cranking out Ultium battery cells for GM electric vehicles. Considering a Lease? Learn about why this is such a beneficial vehicle financing option Covering a planned 2.8 million square feet,…
A Los Angeles City Councilmember is attempting to make a car-free zone… New technologies always raise questions and problems that we never predict, and… Although a glance at the calendar reveals that summer is not technically… There’s no question that electric vehicles are pretty cool. Not only are… As we noted a few weeks ago,…
2016 Cadillac ELR Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Cadillac ELR is the followup Cadillac’s first-ever extended-range electric vehicle. After skipping the 2015 model year, the ELR returns with improved performance, increased power, and a lower price point, making it an even more attractive option for customers looking to satiate their appetites for luxury and environmental responsibility….
Ford will cut production of the C-MAX Energi at its Michigan Assembly Plant As gas prices remain low, the interest of automotive consumers continues to shift away from small cars, hybrids, and electric vehicles. As such, this decrease in demand has an impact on the manufacturing industry, the ramifications of which are currently being felt…
If you’re considering buying an electric vehicle, or simply want to expand your expertise on EV charging stations, you’re in the right place. Here’s a brief overview of everything you should know about charging an EV. Owner Perks: Discover the benefits of going with a Chevy The popularity of at-home charging Surprisingly, the most common…
For the past month or so, gas prices nationwide have been decreasing… The moment that a teenager gains their driver’s license is usually one… When you first think of popular cars from movies, your mind may… Electric vehicles seem to be all the rage these days. Between improvements… If you pride yourself as a Ford…
I am excited today, because thanks to the Union of Concerned Scientists, I can finally bring some knowledge to one of the enduring questions of electric vehicles: given that many states still use coal and natural gas to generate electricity, just how “green” can an electric vehicle be? Well, it turns out, that depends on…
Just a few months ago, the idea of gas costing less than… For the past month or so, gas prices nationwide have been decreasing… With all the talk of electric vehicles across the automotive industry, it… Following the economic recession that affected the country in the late 2000s,… EV technology is booming and with that…
Welcome back once again to In the Rearview, where I bring you a digest of some of the top automotive news of the past week, and none of you fools can stop me! Ahahahahahahaha! Ahem. First, we are faced with a serious question: “Is Hyundai Done Making Electric Vehicles?” Since this is a question asked in…
As part of Cadillac’s planned dominance of the all-electric vehicle market, it seems that the automaker has a new vehicle in the works: the Symboliq.… Cadillac may be years (and years and years and years) away from… When Cadillac announced last week that its all-new Omega flagship sedan would…
Cadillac is super into two things right now: electric vehicles and model… As part of Cadillac’s planned dominance of the all-electric vehicle market, it seems that the automaker has a new vehicle in the works: the Symboliq.… GM has promised to introduce 20 new EVs by 2023. The automaker’s… According to a report from Car…
As part of Cadillac’s planned dominance of the all-electric vehicle market, it seems that the automaker has a new vehicle in the works: the Symboliq.… Recently, a number of luxury automakers have begun to abandon the alphanumeric…
2019 Niro EV The new Kia Niro EV feels like it’s from the future in several ways. Sure, its range and relative affordability for an electric vehicle will usher in a new age of EVs, but it also sports some futuristic aesthetics. Let’s be honest; half of our excitement for future cars is how cool…
Photo: Chevrolet The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV gives all-electric vehicle shoppers a compact SUV option with generous passenger and cargo space, plenty of modern technology, and close to 250 miles of driving range. For its second year on the market, the Bolt EUV has been deeply discounted with a new starting price of $27,200. It’s…
Photo: byronv2 Well, the electric vehicle market has not exploded the way that former President Obama predicted back in 2011. While electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sales have steadily grown under the help of the federal tax credit system, they have certainly not reached the 1 million EVs on the road goal that was described…
It’s finally official, boys and girls. We’ve speculated for years and confirmed… The Detroit Auto Show not only reveals exciting new models for major… Beating out nine competitors, Nissan’s sales-leading all electric vehicle, the Nissan Leaf,… The Xmotion concept, a compact three-row SUV from Nissan, is ready for… For those gathered at Hyundai’s press conference…
I tend to write a lot about electric cars for The News Wheel, and that means one thing for my friends and family—they are going to hear a lot of stuff about vehicles moving on electrons. However, while discussing electric vehicles, my significant other made one point that I had to concede: “Electric cars really…
Could America handle the Lincoln Zephyr and all its sweetness? Photo: Lincoln Lincoln is facing down a seismic shakeup. Sometime within the next few months, the luxury brand will debut its first-ever electric vehicle. That will lead to the complete overhaul of the lineup, resulting in an all-electric portfolio by 2030. And it’s a safe…
Photo: byronv2 Even as electric vehicles gain more and more traction, plug-in skeptics (hello, Sergio!) still remain set it in the belief that there just isn’t demand for cars powered by electrons. And, when compared to the sheer numbers of gasoline-powered cars sold, it would seem they are correct, as EV sales make up only…
Want an electric vehicle that’ll cut your gas budget on your daily drive? Look no further than the 2019 Chevy Bolt EV. This refined electric hatchback is massively discounted through the month of September. Enjoy Efficiency: Shop for the Chevy Bolt You can snag $2,000 in customer cash when you choose a new 2019 Chevy…
As electric vehicles become more popular, the competition for consumers’ sales dollars is definitely heating up. Several manufacturers are introducing new EVs to the market to get a slice of this growing segment, including Chevrolet and its new Chevy Bolt. It seems as if the newcomers to the EV crowd, however, are not ready to…
If you’re in a lease, you may be contacted with offers from… Electric vehicle sales are slowing down, and companies are taking a big step back… Toyota’s stance is that while carbon neutrality is important, EVs are not the only solution for automakers to reach it… Despite a pandemic, Subaru has managed to sustain its…
Way back in June, General Motors decided that it wanted to be the first to provide a mainstream long-range electric vehicle, and so fast-tracked the development of the Chevrolet Bolt EV, which is slated to reach 200 miles of range while keeping its MSRP at less than half that of certain other, less mainstream long-range…
Toyota recently announced that they would not focus exclusively on conquering the electric vehicle market—instead, they decided to work on a vehicle powered by a hydrogen fuel-cell. Toyota thinks the fuel-cell vehicle will have a longer, better future than the EV. A few lucky journalists recently got the first chance to drive Toyota’s prototype—and the…
England is testing a highway lane that will charge electric vehicles and hybrids as they drive When you purchase an electric car, one of the biggest concerns is whether the car will be able to get you from place to place without running out of juice—especially if you’re doing a lot of highway driving. Now,…
Photo: Nissan Thanks to the success of the LEAF, Nissan is one of the leading producers of mass-market EVs. But what will become of all those used EV batteries? Nissan created a smart, sustainable answer to that question. When automakers bring electric vehicles to market, they’re applauded for going green. But putting EVs on the…
Photo: Mikes Photos Electric vehicles continue to grow in popularity. So, it only makes sense that companies would start establishing and developing the infrastructure necessary to support them. To this end, Electrify America recently announced that it will expand its charging network and infrastructure to more cities nationwide. The company’s expansion will continue over the…
GM recently filed for two trademarks for the name “Chevrolet FNR” and “FNR,” prompting new rumors surrounding the potential arrival of a fully autonomous electric vehicle from the bowtie brand. … You all remember the Chevrolet FNR-X concept crossover that debuted earlier this… Chevrolet had a special surprise in store for attendees at last month’s…
J.D. Power is handing out two new awards for achievement in engineering,… Drivers are getting behind the wheel of eco-friendly driving, and more Europeans… With 2018 halfway over, Nissan is dominating the European market in electric vehicle sales thanks to its popular, well-equipped, and technologically-advanced LEAF.… It’s a repeat honor for Nissan, as the automaker…
GM recently filed for two trademarks for the name “Chevrolet FNR” and “FNR,” prompting new rumors surrounding the potential arrival of a fully autonomous electric vehicle from the bowtie brand. … You all remember the Chevrolet FNR-X concept crossover that debuted earlier this… Chevrolet had a special surprise in store for attendees at last month’s…
Want an electric vehicle that’ll cut your gas budget on your daily… High EV demand in South Korea prompted General Motors to increase its… The efficiency and performance capabilities of the 2019 Chevy Bolt were put… The Chevrolet Bolt EV is proving itself capable of filling any number… The 2019 Chevrolet Bolt achieves the goal…
Back in 2013, BMW released this BMW i8 Spyder concept design. With all the buzz the past couple months about the hot BMW i8 electric vehicle coming out, some of us have been wondering… what about that BMW i8 Spyder you’ve been teasing us with for years? At long last, BMW has released word on…
Have you looked in your rearview mirror to see a cop car… The Dodge Charger Pursuit police sedan is currently the most popular police… When you’re an adult with a driver’s license, you tend to memorize… The BMW i3 is a well-crafted electric vehicle that is changing to world… It seems that criminals have recently picked…
Tesla brought a luxury sedan to North America that was also an electric vehicle, and despite its critics, the Tesla Model S has experienced notable sales success. Like any venture that proves profitable, others will try to do the same. BMW is planning to release an i5 EV to compete with the Tesla Model S….
Photo: Cadillac Continuing in the automaker’s grand tradition of untraditional naming conventions, Cadillac recently trademarked the word “Symboliq.” Considering that its two already-announced all-electric vehicles — the Lyriq and the Celestiq — have made full use of the new “iq” suffix, it’s widely expected that the Symboliq is Cadillac’s next luxury EV. A name worth…
The Nissan LEAF dominated sales in Europe as the most popular electric vehicle… Saudi Arabia, Finland, Japan, and Germany aren’t the only countries with challenging… Though many major OEMs are tweaking their electric vehicle (EV) models, the… Oslo, Norway, is prepping its center to be car-free by✅ removing parking… It’s admittedly taken a quite a bit…
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