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The automotive and energy industries are evolving at a rapid pace towards a zero-emissions future. Learn about the latest developments in the electric, plug-in hybrid, hybrid, and hydrogen vehicle industry here.
Industry Updates
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Aug 17, 2023
Over Half a Million EVs Have Been Sold in the First Half of 2023
Electric car sales are up 62 percent in the first half of 2023, with Tesla once again dominating the sales charts. What are the top-selling electric cars and EV brands? Read on to find out.
Industry Updates
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Aug 8, 2023
The Tesla Model Y Is The Best-Selling Car In The World
For the first time in history, the best-selling vehicle in the world is electric. Tesla's Model Y just beat out the Toyota Corolla on the global sales charts. The Tesla Model 3 also ranked in the top 10.
Industry Updates
3
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Aug 2, 2023
Proposed Legislation Will Raise Average U.S. MPG to 58 by 2032
Current U.S. fuel economy regulations stipulate an average of 49 mpg by 2026. The Department of Transportation has just proposed new legislation to improve that figure to 58 mpg by 2032. If passed, the new legislation will save drivers over $50 billion in fuel costs.
Industry Updates
4
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Jul 29, 2023
Seven Brands Together Will Create North American Fast Charger Network
The EV charging network in North America isn't growing as rapidly as EV sales - and public charging isn't as reliable as it should be. Seven automakers have announced that, together, they plan on fixing this, committing to doubling the size of the EV fast charging network with 30,000 new chargers.
Industry Updates
3
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Jun 26, 2023
Ford is Investing Billions to Build EVs in Canada
In the latest of a series of bold EV announcements, Ford is investing over $1.8 billion in upgrading its Canadian manufacturing complex, which will be transformed between 2024 and 2025 into a new EV-making facility. Ford will build vehicles as well as their batteries on-site.
Industry Updates
2
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Jun 21, 2023
2025 Chrysler Airflow
Chrysler has been talking about an entire new line of all-electric vehicles to come. But will the long-awaited Airflow model be the first EV crossover for Chrysler, or will it be something else entirely?
Industry Updates
3
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May 3, 2023
Toyota Updates Electrification Strategy, Promises 10 EVs by 2026
Toyota has revised its electrification strategy, with governments and competitors applying increasing pressure to reach zero emissions. Toyota now plans to introduce 10 new EVs in the next three years, including a three-row EV SUV. Plus, its next-generation platform promises double the range.
Industry Updates
2
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Feb 23, 2023
The Mercedes-Benz EQE Lights the Way
With all the clever prowess and elegance of its big brother EQS, the new Mercedes-Benz EQE luxury sedan arrives to outshine Tesla and BMW in the electrified battle for a better EV and silent supremacy.
Industry Updates
4
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Dec 7, 2022
The First VinFast SUVs Headed to the U.S.
Vietnamese electric-car maker VinFast has put the first 999 VF8 EV SUVs on a boat destined for the U.S. The first VF8 models, which claim a 292-mile range according to the manufacturer, will be delivered by the end of 2022. It's the first of many models to come from the new brand.
Industry Updates
2
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Nov 14, 2022
Honda CR-V Hybrid Production Begins in Canada
Production of the 2023 Honda CR-V has begun in Canada. In addition to regular gasoline drivetrain options, a new hybrid version offers more power and torque, a higher top speed, and greater towing capacity. The company expects the latest CR-V hybrid to account for half of the model's sales.
Industry Updates
5
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Oct 31, 2022
GM Launches New Energy Business
General Motors' new GM Energy could set up your home as a solar-powered energy station to power your house and EV. You might even get money back from your electric company.
Industry Updates
4
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Oct 26, 2022
Are E-Fuels Only a Niche Technology?
A report recently released by European lobby group Transport & Environment suggests that, even at the oil industry’s most optimistic production estimates, synthetic carbon-neutral fuels may only be able to fill up 2% of the internal combustion cars on European roads.
Industry Updates
2
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Oct 24, 2022
Ford to Produce 600,000 EV Batteries Annually
In order to meet the demand for new electric cars, Ford has announced it will ramp up production to 600,000 electric vehicles annually by 2023. The electric car manufacturer will do so with new lithium iron phosphate batteries. Learn more about Ford's all-electric future right here on GreenCars.
Industry Updates
3
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Oct 21, 2022
Why Toyota Still Believes in Hydrogen
Toyota has been a big believer in hydrogen. It is now selling the second-generation Mirai, a fuel-cell electric vehicle that uses compressed hydrogen gas in a tank to power a fuel cell, which powers an electric motor. But why does Toyota still believe in hydrogen? Let's find out.
Industry Updates
4
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Jul 13, 2022
Porsche's EV Race Car Tests Consumer Tech
Porsche built its reputation on motorsports, so it's no surprise that as the company embraces the electric revolution, that it has an all-electric race car. Learn more about the Cayman GT4 ePerformance, which previews the upcoming full-electric Boxster and Cayman models.
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