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Chad Yee

GreenCars Contributor

Chad Yee is a lifelong car guy, EV enthusiast, marketing professional, and automotive industry veteran. For over two decades, he has held various executive positions in the automotive industry in sales, marketing, retail, and product management for brands such as Toyota, Lexus, and Nissan. As an early proponent of vehicle electrification, Chad promoted EVs well before the first mass produced battery-electric vehicles were available. For over 20 years, he has launched various types of EVs, including the Toyota Prius hybrid, Prius Prime plug-in hybrid, Lexus RX hybrid, and Nissan Ariya battery electric vehicle. Today, he is passionate about accelerating EV adoption through consumer and industry education for organizations like the Electric Vehicle Society and Plug’n Drive.

Articles by Chad Yee

Ford Maverick truckRecommendations

Small EV Pickups - the Next Big Thing

Major U.S. automakers have led the way in recent years with full-size, all-electric pickup trucks. But now the time has come for smaller, and in some ways, more practical compact EV pickups. Here’s the latest on what is out there.

6 min read
An EV charging and a ICE broken downAnnouncements

EVs Break Down Less than Gas Cars

New findings by Germany’s Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC) confirms that electric vehicles are more reliable and break down less than gasoline-powered cars.

5 min read
2026 Mazda EZ 60Previews

Mazda EZ-60 Preview

Mazda is one of the few automakers that has appeared to be behind on electric vehicles. Only until recently has Mazda offered the CX-70 and CX-90 mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid models. However, the new EZ-60 is targeted to put Mazda on the all-electric map!

5 min read
Hyundai Ioniq 6Previews

Revised Hyundai Ioniq 6

Some of the most impressive electric vehicles available today come from Hyundai. New for 2026, the Ioniq 6 sedan offers superior range, efficiency and refined looks in an exciting new package.

6 min read
A silver Lexus 2026 ESAnnouncements

2026 Lexus ES Sedan Debuts with Hybrid and Electric Powertrains

The all-new 2026 Lexus ES is the eighth generation of this mainstream sedan. It’s the first ES to be available in both hybrid and fully electric forms. Larger and more luxurious than ever before, the ES debuts an all-new Lexus design language

5 min read
Buick E5Previews

Buick’s Electric Gamble Starts With the Electra E5

The all-electric Buick is coming to America, but when it will arrive depends in part on where General Motors decides to produce it. One thing is certain; it will revive an age-old automotive name… Electra!

5 min read
Genesis GV90Previews

Genesis GV90 The Electric Flagship of Your Dreams

An upscale luxury three-row EV SUV is coming from Genesis, and the new GV90 promises to be the largest and most prestigious model to date from the Hyundai Group, packed with the latest technology and refinement.

5 min read
EV car being charged in a a garageGreenCars 101

EV Charging Connectors and Adapters Explained

Not sure which plug fits your EV? From home charging with J1772 to fast charging with CCS or NACS, this guide explains every connector and adapter in plain English. Learn what works with your vehicle today and how the industry is moving toward one universal standard.

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