Nebraskans Are Sitting on Strategic Metals. Is Mining a Patriotic Duty?
One county has a wealth of minerals essential to defense and the green economy. Mining would transform the community, yet many say they feel a patriotic obligation to dig.
Ioniq 6 beats Model 3, Toyota EV position, GM battery flexibility: Today’s Car News
Toyota’s change at the top likely doesn’t change its position on EVs. GM says it’s flexible on battery format; read into that what you will. And the Hyundai Ioniq 6 pushes efficiency and range to new heights. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 beats the Tesla Model 3 in range and efficiency, with an... GM CEO: Flexible on battery cells in EV ramp
GM has built a strong argument around the idea that one specific battery cell format, co-developed with LG, is a key for the company realizing certain economies of scale as it ramps up EV production. But recent reports have suggested that GM is shopping around, and may be considering a shift to cylindrical cells for some upcoming vehicles. And... Does Toyota CEO change signal it’s going all-in on EVs?
A leadership change at Toyota doesn't seem to have changed the automaker's EV strategy. Akio Toyoda recently announced a step over to chairman after 14 years as CEO of the automaker founded by his grandfather, with Koji Sato anointed as the next Toyota CEO. But the automaker's stance on EVs—that they're not the only solution to addressing... How the Inflation Reduction Act Can Save You Money: A Consumer’s Guide
Whether you are renovating your home, upgrading appliances or buying an electric car, this guide can help you take advantage of savings from the Inflation Reduction Act.
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 rated at 361 miles, tops Model 3 Long Range
The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is EPA-rated at up to 361 miles of range and 140 MPGe combined, Hyundai confirmed Tuesday. Those figures apply to the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE RWD Long Range model with the larger 77.4-kwh battery pack (a 53.0-kwh pack is the base offering). Opting for all-wheel drive results in 316 miles of range and 121 MPGe. Note that the SE... Tesla’s Self-Driving Technology Comes Under Justice Dept. Scrutiny
A regulatory filing says officials have asked about software that Elon Musk, the chief executive, has said would allow cars to operate autonomously.
GM Posts Solid Profit as It Pushes to Take On Tesla in EVs
Aiming to make a million electric vehicles a year by 2025, General Motors is investing in a Nevada lithium mine to help with battery production.
2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV, Mazda CX-90 PHEV debut, fast-chargers at TA: Today’s Car News
The SUV version of the GMC Hummer EV pledges to Tread Lightly. Electrify America plans to install more chargers at roadside travel centers. And Mazda’s flagship makes its debut in plug-in hybrid form. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Mazda has revealed its flagship CX-90 SUV plug-in hybrid, with seating for up to eight, and a... 2024 Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid beats Toyota Highlander to PHEV punch
Mazda just potentially leapfrogged Toyota, which as of yet has no Highlander Prime in sight. On Monday, the Japanese automaker unveiled the 2024 Mazda CX-90 lineup, consisting of a plug-in hybrid, mild hybrid, and three rows of seats with three different seating configurations. Mazda said all variants of the 2024 CX-90 will arrive in dealerships... First of heaviest Hummer SUV ever auctioned for Tread Lightly cause
The first 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV has been auctioned off to benefit conservation non-profit Tread Lightly, generating $500,000 for the group despite being incapable of treading lightly. In Edition 1 launch spec with Moonshot Green Matte paint, the first Hummer EV SUV was auctioned off by Barrett-Jackson at the company's Scottsdale, Arizona, event... TA TravelCenters hosts road-trip EV charging stops, 50 miles apart
Electrify America on Monday announced plans to install EV fast-charging stations at TravelCenters of America (TA) locations beginning later this year. An agreement between the two companies calls for approximately 1,000 individual chargers at 200 sites along major highways to be installed over five years, according to an Electrify America press... Mustang Mach-E prices, Audi electric off-roader, Tesla’s California lead: Today’s Car News
Ford lowers prices on most of the Mustang Mach-E lineup. Audi reportedly considers an electric off-road SUV. Limiting the size of EV batteries might make a big difference to raw materials concerns. And is Tesla maintaining its mammoth California EV sales lead? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford has effectively undone some of the 2023... Ford undoes some of its price hike on the 2023 Mustang Mach-E
Ford announced Monday morning that it’s lowering prices up to $5,900 on the 2023 Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle. The price change undoes some but not all of the hefty price increase of up to $8,300 that Ford applied just a few months ago to the 2023 Mustang Mach-E, and it brings one more popular model—the Premium eAWD Standard... Ford Follows Tesla in Cutting Electric Vehicle Prices
The automaker reduced the price of the Mustang Mach-E by up to $5,900 after Tesla slashed prices of its cars by as much as 20 percent.
Study: Smaller EV batteries would lessen lithium-mining mess
Reducing the size of EV batteries and generally lowering levels of car ownership and use could have a significant environmental impact by cutting messy lithium mining, according to a new study commissioned by the Climate and Community Project, a climate policy think tank. The study, using UC Davis research (and first spotted by Green Car... Nissan and Renault Set to Rebalance Their Carmaking Alliance
Seeking deeper cooperation on electric cars, the automakers said they would resolve a yearslong dispute that became the backdrop to Carlos Ghosn’s downfall.
Audi electric off-road SUV might share Scout EV bones
Audi is considering an electric off-road electric SUV that would use the platform from parent Volkswagen Group's planned Scout EV brand, according to an Autocar report. VW announced the Scout brand in 2022, using a name that originated on the classic International Scout SUV, with plans for a North American-market electric pickup truck and SUV and... EVs near a fifth of California sales: Is Tesla’s lead shrinking?
California EV sales increased again in 2022, with Tesla once again taking the lead. But could other automakers' expanded EV sales threaten Tesla's top-dog status? Firstly, 2022 was another good year for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales in California. This week, the California Energy Commission (CEC) reported 345,818 new light-duty ZEV sales for... Aptera details, Civic Hybrid, Polestar 2, Tesla Gigafactory boost: The Week in Reverse
Which automaker is reportedly considering a pivot to cylindrical cells for future EVs? Which EV maker is Uber partnering with for a vehicle specifically for ride-hailing? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending Friday, January 27, 2023. Tesla announced a $3.6 billion expansion of...