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The New Mercedes Concept Might Leave Tesla 155 Miles Behind

Mercedes has been making some waves lately across the auto world. Maybe the biggest news was the teasing of this new EV that promises to shatter the EV range record by a country mile. We don’t know much about the new Mercedes concept yet, but here’s what we do know.  The waiting is the hardest …
by Peter Corn
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A blue 2021 Polestar 1 next to a white 2020 BMW i8 Roadster
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Six-Figure Super Hybrid Showdown: 2021 Polestar 1 vs. 2020 BMW i8 Roadster

It’s not just everyday vehicles that benefit from hybrid powertrains. Porsche, Ferrari, and McLaren have all created hybrid supercars, as has Lamborghini. McLaren’s even working on a follow-up. But there are some more affordable, but still luxurious, stylish, and sporty high-end hybrids available. For example, the Polestar 1 coupe and the BMW i8 Roadster. But …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Audi E-Tron GT is displayed during the second press day at the 89th Geneva International Motor Show
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Hear the Audi E-Tron GT’s Spooky Noise

One of the things car enthusiasts love about their vehicles is the sounds that they make. The exhaust note, turbo blowback, and supercharger whine are noises people will pay to hear when driving their cars. When the electric car first hit, a lot of people struggled with the lack of sound. There’s no combustion engine, …
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A BMW M4 car is on display during 2020 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition
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What Would a BMW i4 M Need to Be Successful?

BMW announced it has started working on its first completely electric car within the BMW M performance division. CarAdvice.com is reporting on the announcement made before the reveal of the brand’s new M3 sedan and M4 coupe.  First shown as a concept car in March 2020, the first M division electric car will be a …
by Tina Pavlik
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The 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime unveiled and on display at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show
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What Models Does Toyota Offer as Plug-in Hybrids?

EV technology is constantly improving, but range anxiety may still leave many drivers feeling nervous about committing to a fully electric vehicle. Plug-in hybrids are an excellent middle ground for folks who want to improve upon a hybrid without going all-in on an EV, and Toyota offers several of these vehicles to choose from. According to …
by Tegan Watson
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Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid charging at a charge station
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Are Plug-in Hybrids Worth Buying?

If you are planning to shop for a hybrid car, then you might be wondering what the difference is between a normal hybrid car and a plug-in hybrid car. The differences between the two types are somewhat minimal, which might make you wonder if buying a plug-in hybrid is even worth it in the first …
by Joe Santos
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Hyundai Xcient Fuel Cell Semi Truck
Trucks & SUVs

The Hyundai Xcient Fuel Cell Semi Truck Finally Arrived

The Hyundai Xcient fuel cell semi truck is starting to be delivered worldwide to offer a more efficient way to haul freight. The hydrogen-powered trucks will make their way to North America soon as Hyundai expands its Xcient program.  What is the Hyundai Xcient semi truck?  In July, Hyundai shipped the first Xcient Fuel Cell …
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2020 Mazda MX-30 EV | Mazda
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Mazda Is Bringing Back The Rotary Engine For 2022

The rotary engine is synonymous with Mazda. It is what sets Mazda apart from every other manufacturer. GM liked it so well it toyed with making a mid-engine Corvette powered by a rotary engine back in the 1970s. But ever-tightening emissions restrictions spelled the end of the rotary in 2012. Until now. Mazda is bringing …
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The Toyota Corolla Hybrid, competing with the Honda Civic, is displayed during the first press day at the 89th Geneva International Motor Show
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Is Toyota’s Promise Inspiring Other Brands?

Toyota continues full steam ahead with release after release of hybrid vehicles. As the hybrid and electric market surges forward pulling the entire auto industry along with it, Toyota plans to stay ahead of the pack. Since the Toyota Prius debuted in 1997, the brand has been at the forefront of the push toward hybrid …
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FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 09: A visitor look at the Smart EQ forfour Edition 1 electric car at the Mercedes-Benz media preview at the 2019 IAA Frankfurt Auto Show on September 09, 2019 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The IAA will be open to the public from September 12 through 22. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
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Jeep-Worthy Tasks You Didn’t Expect From a Smart Car

You might compare a Smart Car to a fast golf cart. There isn’t much to love about the car from the get-go, in fact, there is only a very specific niche of people who like them. Surprisingly made by Mercedes-Benz, Smart Cars are neither fast nor luxurious. They are pretty basic inside and out and …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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The Honda Insight is a fuel-efficient hybrid-powered vehicle.
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You Should Buy the 2021 Honda Insight Over the 2021 Toyota Prius

The battle of the Japanese hybrids began in the late 1990s with the introduction of the Honda Insight and the Toyota Prius. Since then, the entire automotive industry has embraced electrified cars, and these compact sedans are two of the most popular choices. While the Prius manages to outsell the Insight by a sizeable margin, …
by Gabriel Vega
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2021 Ford F-150 Lariat driving on country road
Trucks & SUVs

Ford Develops Extra Range for the F-150 EV

We already know that Ford is working on the all-electric Ford F-150 pickup truck, but it seems like they have some extra tech innovations up their sleeves. For example, Ford just patented an EV pickup truck range extender.  The Ford EV truck range extender  As emission standards continue to climb, most automakers are working to …
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The Chevrolet Bolt EV is one of the cheapest electric vehicles currently on sale.
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The 2020 Chevy Bolt Is the Cheapest Way Into a Brand New EV

The Chevy Bolt is one of the best all-electric vehicles currently on sale. With a starting price of $36,620, the small Chevy is also one of the most affordable. The best way to own a Bolt is to lease it, given it has the cheapest lease currently available in the United States. According to CarsDirect, …
by Gabriel Vega
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A white 2021 Polestar 2 in front of a body of water
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Every 2021 Polestar 2 Is Being Recalled for Random Shutdowns

After its limited-production hybrid GT, Swedish brand Polestar has fully pivoted to EVs. And its first fully-electric car, the Polestar 2, is a genuine rival to the Tesla Model 3. However, despite its strengths, Polestar’s first production EV now faces a production-wide recall. That’s because it’s leaving some of its owners stranded. The 2021 Polestar …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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New Revolt Tesla Crate Motor
Hybrids & EVs

The LS Days are Gone – Do the Tesla Swap

The “crate motor” is the cornerstone upon which the custom, hotrod, and street racing car scenes have been built around for a long, long time. The LS, in particular, is the king of the crate motors, and long has it reigned. LS is a series of engines made by GM that you could order from …
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