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Audi Q8 E-Tron range, Elantra Hybrid recall, Tesla Powerwall power plant: Today’s Car News

Audi Q8 E-Tron range, Elantra Hybrid recall, Tesla Powerwall power plant: Today’s Car News

Tesla owners prove the merit of virtual power plants in Texas. The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid gets recalled over a hybrid-software fault. And the Audi Q8 E-Tron hits 300 miles of range. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  Audi is delivering 300 EPA miles for its Q8 E-Tron, as promised. But as official EPA […]

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Kia EV5, Volvo electric minivan, Nissan Leaf replacement, EV quality issues: Today’s Car News

Kia EV5, Volvo electric minivan, Nissan Leaf replacement, EV quality issues: Today’s Car News

Nissan is reportedly readying a Leaf replacement. Volvo teases an electric minivan. The Kia EV5 bows from China but looks ready to tackle ID.4. And why do EV owners see more quality issues? This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  The Kia EV5 was officially revealed in China, but it appears to be a

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Mercedes EQB update, Vinfast VF 9 range, expensive EV repairs: Today’s Car News

Mercedes EQB update, Vinfast VF 9 range, expensive EV repairs: Today’s Car News

Vinfast claims 330 miles of U.S. range for its three-row electric SUV. California re-ups its EV incentives for lower-income households. EV collision repair remains more expensive. And the uniquely boxy Mercedes EQB gets a refresh. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  A series of tech and styling improvements due in the 2024 Mercedes-Benz

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GMC Hummer EV efficiency, Honda and Acura NACS, AI and solar EVs: Today’s Car News

GMC Hummer EV efficiency, Honda and Acura NACS, AI and solar EVs: Today’s Car News

Honda and Acura are on board with the Tesla charge connector. AI could be harnessed to make more of solar cells on EVs and hybrids. And the Hummer EV is an efficiency standout in the wrong way. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  The EPA has confirmed official efficiency and range figures for

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Electric convertibles, EV battery plant politics, bidirectional charging adapter: Today’s Car News

Electric convertibles, EV battery plant politics, bidirectional charging adapter: Today’s Car News

American EV battery plants are under scrutiny ahead of the 2024 election and UAW negotiations. Smart adapters could help Ford tackle fleets’ bidirectional charging needs. And electric convertibles may still arrive, but we run through all the hurdles of why they’re not here yet. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  Why can’t you

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Rivian R1S review, ZDX EV bows, I-Pace end, public charging issues: Today’s Car News

Rivian R1S review, ZDX EV bows, I-Pace end, public charging issues: Today’s Car News

Acura’s first EV bows. The I-Pace soon reaches the end. Public charging still stinks. And a full review of the Rivian R1S tells us much about range, performance, and facing off with bulls. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  In a review of the Rivian R1S on a Rocky Mountain adventure, getting acquainted

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Rivian Dual-Motor range, Fisker Alaska preview, CATL boosts LFP charging: Today’s Car News

Rivian Dual-Motor range, Fisker Alaska preview, CATL boosts LFP charging: Today’s Car News

Rivian tops 350 miles of range with its middle of three battery packs. Fisker provides a bit more about its $45,000 Alaska electric pickup. And CATL makes its LFP battery tech more cold-weather savvy. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  Fisker sees its upcoming $45,400 Alaska electric truck as its “everything” vehicle, but

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Fisker charges with Tesla, Rivian tackles Rubicon, EV battery bloat: Today’s Car News

Fisker charges with Tesla, Rivian tackles Rubicon, EV battery bloat: Today’s Car News

Even with more charging, EV batteries are growing faster than range, and that’s not a good thing. The Rivian R1S tackles the American off-road trail often seen as Jeep’s stomping ground. And Fisker commits to Supercharger access. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  Led by the prospects of big electric pickups and electric

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Tesla Standard Range, Faraday Future delivery, Americans on climate change: Today’s Car News

Tesla Standard Range, Faraday Future delivery, Americans on climate change: Today’s Car News

Faraday Future has delivered its first production EV. Americans don’t think climate change is an issue. And Tesla drops prices on the Model S and Model X—sort of. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  Tesla has effectively lowered the base price of its Model S and Model X by introducing lower-priced Standard Range

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In-motion EV charging, drive motor clutches, Stellantis ponders $25,000 EV: Today’s Car News

In-motion EV charging, drive motor clutches, Stellantis ponders $25,000 EV: Today’s Car News

Stellantis is considering a $25,000 EV, although cost and labor hurdles remain. Magna argues for drive-motor disconnect clutches as a way of boosting range. And is Ford considering dynamic inductive charging? This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  In a recent patent filing, Ford laid out the technology building blocks for allowing EVs to

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