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Internal combustion-powered cars and trucks have been around for more than a century, so fire departments and first responders have a good understanding of how to manage these vehicles when they’re involved in a crash. But EVs are a whole different ball of wax. To make sure firefighters and first responders have the know-how necessary […]

Ford is taking a significant step toward becoming carbon neutral by 2050. On Wednesday, the automaker, in partnership with DTE Energy, announced it will soon be buying enough carbon-free, locally produced electricity to power all its operations in Michigan, from manufacturing plants to its corporate headquarters to research and development facilities. By the year 2025, […]

Hold up vintage dune buggy fans! There’s an updated buggy in town in the form of the Meyers Manx 2.0. This little guy takes what we love about the classic Manx and swaps the air-cooled Volkswagen powertrain for a sleek battery-powered electric motor. The new Manx will be available with a 20 kWh battery good […]

The Ford F-150 Lightning order books are open again, but if you’ve been patiently waiting for an opportunity to order this all-electric pickup, we have some bad news. The American automaker is adjusting  increasing the MSRP anywhere from $6,000 to $8,500 based on the trim. The XLT High/Extended Range and Lariat Extended Range sees the […]

On Thursday, Volkswagen of America announced pricing for the 2023 ID.4 electric compact SUV. The MSRP starts at $38,790 (including $1,295 in destination fees) before a potential Federal tax credit of up to $7,500. The enhanced ID.4 offers an all-new battery pack option, upgraded interior and exterior styling, new colors and trim plus fresh wheel […]

Early F-150 Lightning customers look forward to deliveries across the country. Within two months, Ford has delivered the electric truck to new owners in all 50 states. Texas (the truck capital of America) and California (the electric vehicle capital of America) lead the way with the highest number of F-150 Lightning deliveries. Regardless of where […]

The Porsche Cayenne and Cayenne Coupe are getting a mid-cycle facelift for the 2023 model year and our spy photographers have recently caught it testing in Colorado. These pre-production prototypes sport very light camouflage, giving us a good idea of the changes to expect once it officially debuts. It also gives us a glimpse into […]

The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Pro Special Service Vehicle supports police departments in many ways including the ability to cut costs and accelerate sustainability goals. By launching America’s first electric police vehicle lineup, Ford continues to provide the vehicles needed to protect and serve communities for more than 70 years. “We’re proud to offer America’s […]

To keep pace with strong customer demand, Ford announced on Thursday it will make lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries available in the Mustang Mach-E SUV and F-150 Lightning pickup truck. The automaker revealed it’s working with China-based company CATL to increase its global battery supply. Ford will also directly source EV-essential raw materials from Australia, […]

Early Friday morning, Toyota revealed the 2023 Crown, an elevated sedan with a hybrid powertrain and several available two-tone paint schemes. In an age where four-door cars have dramatically fallen out of favor and it’s becoming increasingly apparent pure electric vehicles are the future, this new Crown seems a little behind the times. Beneath the […]