Tesla took 11% of 2022 California market—only EVs, no pickups

2022 Tesla Model 3Tesla had 11.2% of the 2022 California new-car market, making it the second-highest-selling brand in the state with a lineup of only EVs, according to a report from the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA). The 2022 results put Tesla behind Toyota's 17.3% and ahead of Ford, which took 8.4% of the market. But Tesla is gaining, as it saw...

Battery plant key to Ford EV affordability reportedly set for Michigan

Ford Mustang Mach-E, E-Transit, and F-150 Electric prototypeFord is reportedly partnering with the world’s largest supplier of EV battery cells, China’s CATL, for a plant in Michigan that will produce them for upcoming Ford electric vehicles, according to Friday afternoon reports from the Detroit News and Bloomberg. Outside of Ford’s $11.4 billion electric truck manufacturing complexes in...

Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid PHEV is at the end of its extension cord

2023 Subaru Crosstrek HybridThe Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid plug-in hybrid has reached the end of its charging cord. Subaru confirmed to Green Car Reports that there is no plan for a Crosstrek Hybrid in its new generation, which made its debut Thursday at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show. The Crosstrek Hybrid launched for the 2014 model year as Subaru's first hybrid, then became a...

VW is considering a plug-in hybrid pickup truck for America

Volkswagen Atlas Tanoak conceptVolkswagen is considering a pickup truck for the U.S. market that would likely be a plug-in hybrid, the brand's North American boss said Tuesday in an interview with Motor Authority. President and CEO of VW Group of America Pablo di Si said the possible pickup could have a hybrid of plug-in hybrid powertrain, but that it would definitely be one or...

Production Ram 1500 REV electric truck teased in first photos

Ram 1500 REV electric truck - teaser photo of production modelAt the Chicago Auto Show, Ram has released a first look at the production version of its upcoming fully electric pickup truck, to be called Ram 1500 REV. The very limited preview, for now, comes in the form of two photos that preview badging and front-end styling. More details are set to come on Super Bowl Sunday, February 12, Ram said. In teaser...

Production Ram 1500 REV electric truck teased in first photos

Ram 1500 REV electric truck - teaser photo of production modelAt the Chicago Auto Show, Ram has released a first look at the production version of its upcoming fully electric pickup truck, to be called Ram 1500 REV. The very limited preview, for now, comes in the form of two photos that show badges and front-end styling. More details are set to come on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 12, Ram said. In teaser photos...

Starting at $699 a month, you can subscribe to a Hyundai EV

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5Hyundai is bringing back its EV subscription program, aimed at providing “flexible access to electric vehicles.” For a locked-in monthly price, it's wrapping in the vehicle plus insurance, roadside assistance, and maintenance. Pricing depends on the model and mileage, and it starts at $699 a month for the Kona Electric and $899 a month...

$7,500 “EV credit” provides extra sales thrust for Lucid Air

2023 Lucid Air TouringLucid announced Thursday that it’s offering a $7,500 “EV credit” on select configurations of the Air Touring and Air Grand Touring—if they’re ordered by March 31, 2023. The Lucid Air Grand Touring starts at $139,500 and offers an EPA-rated range of up to 516 miles or, in its Grand Touring Performance guise, 1,050 hp...

Tesla is mulling Mexico plant, report suggests

2023 Tesla Model X  -  Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.Tesla may be considering a Mexican factory to further grow manufacturing capacity, according to a recent Reuters report—and it's potentially closing in on locations in the states of Nuevo Leon or Hidalgo. The automaker hasn't confirmed plans for a new factory, but job postings have hinted at plans to build one in Monterrey, a city close to...

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid maximizes 3rd row, hits 34 mpg

2024 Toyota Grand HighlanderToyota has revealed a somewhat larger, more passenger-friendly version of its three-row Highlander, called Grand Highlander. Simply put, the Grand Highlander offers a similar look and packaging to the Highlander, and the same eight-passenger capacity, but with a more upright design in back—plus what appears to be a little added wheelbase and...

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid maximizes 3rd row, hits 34 mpg

2024 Toyota Grand HighlanderToyota has revealed a somewhat larger, more passenger-friendly version of its three-row Highlander, called Grand Highlander. Simply put, the Grand Highlander offers a similar look and packaging to the Highlander, and the same eight-passenger capacity, but with a more upright design in back—plus what appears to be a little added wheelbase and...