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Hybrids & EVs

Has the Lucid Air Evaporated?

Due in large part to the cancellation of the New York Auto Show, Lucid Motors, an electric vehicle company headquartered in California, did not make the global debut of its Lucid Air, its first production vehicle, as planned in April. In February, it gave a sneak peek in the Silicon Valley for reservations purchasers before …
by Alice Chase
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Hybrids & EVs

Maxus V Electric Pickup to Launch This Year

China is a large and populous nation. Accordingly, it has a large automotive industry. Many of the companies in that area have names that may not be familiar to many here in the United States. For example, one of the largest automotive manufacturers over there is SAIC, Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation. That company has announced work …
by HJ Pizarro
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Hybrids & EVs

The 2020 Chevy Bolt Has the Tesla Model 3 Beat in a Key Area

Chevy might not be the first car manufacturer to spring to mind when you think of electric cars, but the Chevy Bolt has always been a strong contender in the category. Overshadowed by its more popular competitors like the Hyundai Kona Electric, the Kia e-Soul,  the Nissan Leaf, and the Tesla Model 3, this awkward …
by Bonnie Pacheco
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The Tesla Cybertruck has an angular, stainless-steel body.
Hybrids & EVs

Musk Hints Second Smaller Tesla Truck vs Shrinking Cybertruck

Elon Musk is a brilliant, yet eccentric gentleman. He also has had extraordinary success against the well-established mainstay automotive manufacturers since launching Tesla. Along the way, he has established a reputation for getting what he wants. Recently he went after the pickup truck market. He told the established manufacturers and the world ahead of time …
by HJ Pizarro
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An Audi e-tron S5 Quattro is seen during the Vienna Car Show press preview at Messe Wien, as part of Vienna Holiday Fair
Hybrids & EVs

Audi’s First Electric SUV is a Winner, But it Has One Fatal Flaw

There are plenty of positives about the 2020 Audi e-tron. MotorTrend even named it a finalist for its SUV of the Year Award. Despite everything MotorTrend’s reviewers loved about the Audi e-tron’s design and capabilities, the award went to the Kia Telluride. There was one main flaw that lost the award for the 2020 e-tron. …
by Ed Reeves
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Hybrids & EVs

Tesla Convertibles Are Real

Up until now, the only way to get a Tesla with a convertible top was to buy their old roadster. The new roadster from Tesla is not available yet, and the rest of the Tesla lineup does not have the convertible option. But, in the automotive industry, if you want something bad enough, there is …
by HJ Pizarro
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Hybrids & EVs

AKO Leaning Electric Trike: Brilliance Or Boondoggle?

Riders say it’s “like a spaceship on wheels.” Five designers from Lithuania have designed this electric leaning trike. If you were in the market for some fun, cheap transportation but didn’t want a motorcycle, would you buy one? That’s what AKO, the startup ready to begin production of the leaning trike, wants to know. They …
by Thom Taylor
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Hybrids & EVs

Shhhh… Listen! Can You Hear the Sound of a Hybrid?

Some buyers love hybrid cars because they barely use any fuel to achieve the same goals as some of the gas guzzlers. As hybrids become increasingly popular, there are more of them on the road. While this may be better for the environment and the wallet, there is a hidden danger that isn’t seen but heard, or …
by Alice Chase
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Hybrids & EVs

The 2022 GMC Hummer Is Getting Another Jeep-Like Feature

Although its release date is delayed, GMC continues to tease elements of the upcoming Hummer electric pickup. We’ve learned it’ll offer up to 3 electric motors, and go 0-60 in 3 seconds. But the 2022 GMC Hummer isn’t only worrying for Tesla, Rivian, and Bollinger. Aspects of its design, particularly the grille, recall some of …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Hybrids & EVs

Should I Buy a Toyota Highlander Hybrid or Ford Explorer Hybrid?

The popularity of SUVs has meant that more and more manufacturers are finding ways to keep ahead in the market. For many, this means developing newer, more efficient hybrid versions of their traditional models. Two vehicles worth considering are the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid. Both are popular options that have many …
by Alice Chase
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Trucks & SUVs

The Toyota Venza Is Just An Overpriced RAV4

The Toyota Venza has returned as a hybrid, but the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is available now. So is it worth it to wait on the Venza to land at local dealerships, or is it better to go ahead and snag the RAV4 Hybrid now?  The Toyota Venza VS The RAV4 Hybrid  While the Toyota Venza …
by Allison Barfield
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Hybrids & EVs

The 2020 Lexus LS500h Is a Waste of $100K

For years, the Lexus LS reigned supreme with its robust engine, smooth ride, and posh interior. For buyers who want better fuel economy from their luxury sedan, Lexus offers a hybrid version, the LS500h. Does this model provide both the performance and the improved gas mileage that makes it worth the significantly higher price tag?  …
by Kristen McCoy
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2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid driving down dirt road
Hybrids & EVs

Should I Buy a Toyota Highlander Hybrid or Lexus RX Hybrid?

Looking for a high-end SUV but are also interested in being eco-friendly? Here are two vehicles to compare: the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the 2020 Lexus RX Hybrid. These are both popular options that have many similarities to consider. Should I Buy a Toyota Highlander Hybrid or Lexus RX Hybrid? There are also some significant differences …
by Alice Chase
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Crossovers

New Ford Escape Reviews Reveal A Major Disappointment

The 2020 Ford Escape has been hitting the streets, allowing drivers to test the updated SUV out personally. However, despite stellar reviews in most areas, drivers are finding a significant disappointment. Check out what’s good and bad about the 2020 Ford Escape.  One Disappointing 2020 Ford Escape Aspect The Ford Escape has an all-new design …
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