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Study Links Rising EV Sales to Cleaner Air in California

Yes, EVs are making it easier to take a breath! According to a 2026 study from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California (USC), rising electric vehicle adoption has directly reduced air pollution in California. Here’s what the study reveals.

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Industry Updates
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February 9, 2026

EVs in 2026: Tesla Shifts, China Surges, Charging Expands

There’s a lot going on with electrified vehicles for 2026 and beyond. While EV sales continue to grow worldwide, North America has seen hybrid car sales go crazy, rapid advancements in charging, new solid-state batteries, and a focus on more affordable electric cars for everyone.
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Announcements
2
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February 5, 2026

VW Uses Real-World Driver Data to Make ADAS Safer

How do you make cars safer? Well, Volkswagen Group has a nifty idea of using real world data from customer vehicles to analyze stressful traffic scenarios to improve driver assistance systems to improve occupant safety.
Volkswagen
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Audi concept C sports car concept
Announcements
2
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February 3, 2026

Audi’s Concept C Is a Radical Electric Two-Seat Sports Car

Just when you may have thought that the world of new electric cars was getting a bit boring, Audi unveils a radical new all-electric two-seater sports car to drive us into the future in high style.
Audi
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Hyundai staria camper concept 2026 in a scenic area
Announcements
3
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January 30, 2026

Hyundai’s New Electric Camper Is Built for European Adventures

It has a kitchen, room for up to eleven, and solar power. The new Hyundai Staria Camper is aimed at European campers, families, and businesses.
Hyundai
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Ford Universal logo
Industry Updates
2
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January 28, 2026

Ford’s $30K EV Truck on Fast Track

Ford’s CEO Jim Farley recently announced that the Motor Company’s Universal EV Platform will kick start with its $30,000 pickup truck and that it is already in prototype mode.
Ford
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A green gray 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan in the Forest
Industry Updates
3
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January 26, 2026

New World of Hybrids

A major shift is going on in the world of hybrid vehicles. Stellantis is dropping its plug-in hybrids for 2026 here in North America, focusing on simple hybrids and range-extended EVs. Meanwhile, Honda is unveiling next-gen hybrid tech and Toyota is patenting new ideas to make hybrids better. Check out the latest on where hybrids are going.
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A women charging an EV
Trends
4
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January 22, 2026

Used EV Surge

We are currently seeing a significant surge in sales, searches, and availability for pre-owned electric vehicles. The prices for used EVs is down as much as 40 percent over last year making 2026 prime time to buy a quality used EV.
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Industry Updates
2
min
January 19, 2026

GM Pulls Ahead of Ford in 2025 EV Sales Race

General Motors (GM) saw a significant surge in electric vehicle (EV) sales in 2025, reporting over 19,000 EVs sold in July alone, a 115-percent year-over-year increase, largely driven by the popular and affordable Chevrolet Equinox EV. GM outpaced Ford in EV sales for the year. Find out why.
GMC
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Trends
2
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January 16, 2026

Verge TS-Pro Solid State e-Motorcycle

Finland’s Verge Motorcycles recently announced the launch of the world’s first production Solid State battery powered electric motorcycle. The new TS-Pro e-motorcycle will have a 370-mile range and super-fast charging.
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Industry Updates
4
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January 15, 2026

What EV Adoption Really Looks Like Across U.S. Cities

When GreenCars wanted to find out how North Americans truly feel about hybrid and electric car adoption, we went straight to the source by asking those who attended last year’s Electrify Expo from coast-to-coast. We conducted a survey for those who own EVs to tell us about their true-life experiences with driving green. Here’s what we found out.
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The Toyota GR-GT and GR-GT3
Announcements
2
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January 12, 2026

Hybrids Take Center Stage in 2026

Strong consumer demand is leading the latest hybrid car pivot toward more fuel-efficient vehicles. Major automakers such as Honda and Toyota are refocusing their strategies, introducing exciting new models such as the Honda Civic Hybrid and Toyota’s strong hybrid lineup including advanced components such as Toyota’s e-Axles.
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A women charging her EV
Industry Updates
3
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January 9, 2026

US Businesses with EV Charging

One of the reasons consumers have held off on transitioning from gasoline to all-electric vehicles has involved the believe that there is currently a lack of enough charging stations for their needs. That’s changing fast with many US businesses installing EV chargers at their businesses. From Starbucks to Albertsons, from Taco Bell to Mariott hotels, it is getting much easier to charge up an EV.
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Lithia Headquarters in Medford
Announcements
2
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January 2, 2026

GreenCars Parent Company Turns 80

America has always been a nation on wheels, daring to travel to new possibilities, to venture off the map and strive for something better. In 2026, GreenCars parent company Lithia & Driveway celebrates 80 years of making personal transportation dreams come true through quality vehicles, parts and services that keep people on the road.
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Announcements
3
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December 30, 2025

Mazda Tests New MX-30 EV for the U.S.

Mazda's first dedicated, purpose-built EV for the U.S. market is a mid-size electric crossover, set for production in 2027 and projected to be in North American dealerships in 2028.
Mazda
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Industry Updates
2
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December 26, 2025

Foxconn Becomes EV Battery Giant

With a Gigafactory in Taiwan and an EV battery plant in Wisconsin, Foxconn is expanding its EV battery strategy hoping for global EV manufacturing dominance in both liquid-electrolyte and solid-state battery packs.
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