2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV fix nixes fire risk

2017 Chrysler Pacifica HybridStellantis says it has a remedy for recalled 2017 and 2018 Chrysler Pacific Hybrid plug-in hybrid minivans that addresses potential fire risks. While a root cause hasn't been identified, the automaker said it has identified conditions that potentially proceed a fire, which the fix addresses. This will allow owners to resume charging their...

GM invests in silicon anode battery tech for more range, lower cost

General Motors Ultium batteriesGeneral Motors on Thursday announced a partnership with startup OneD Battery Sciences, regarding the potential development of a more efficient chemistry for EV battery cells. OneD is developing s silicon anode cell chemistry that could increase battery energy density, enabling more range at lower cost, GM said in a press release. The automaker...

Not all California clean cars states agree with 2035 gas-vehicle ban

2024 Chevrolet Blazer EVMinnesota has signed up to follow California's stricter clean car rules, but it might not embrace the Golden State's planned ban on gasoline cars. Prominent Democrats who backed the initial decision to follow California's stricter emissions standards are not supporting a ban on new cars without plugs, similar to what California aims to enact by...