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The next steps in startup electric automaker Rivian’s ongoing journey were revealed on Thursday. The Irvine, California-based company unveiled its highly anticipated R2 mid-size battery-powered SUV — along with two other, closely related products. This new vehicle offers a raft of adventure-ready features in a more manageably sized package than the brand’s larger R1S utility […]

Understanding the Inflation Reduction Act sometimes feels like it requires a doctorate in government bureaucracy, or at least a CPA (which we aren’t), but the ultimate goal is to help make electric vehicles (EVs) more affordable for those who source and build EVs locally. Leaf buyers through the end of last year were able to […]

Dodge has unveiled the all-new Dodge Charger, marking a significant milestone in the automotive industry as the world’s first electric muscle car. This introduction not only signifies Dodge’s foray into the electric vehicle (EV) market but also showcases the brand’s commitment to innovation and performance in an era increasingly focused on sustainability. The highlight of […]

Ram has recently announced the establishment of Ram Professional, a new division dedicated to commercial vehicles, with a notable focus on electrification. This initiative is a strategic component of Stellantis Pro One’s ambition to lead the global commercial vehicle market. Ram Professional is slated to make its debut at the 2024 National Truck and Equipment […]

Battery-electric drivetrains are ideal for passenger cars, but hydrogen fuel cells scale far better and are therefore superior for use in large vehicles. Pushing forward on this front, GM announced on Tuesday that its Hydrotec division is putting fuel cell-powered medium-duty trucks into service, and just as importantly, developing a worksite ecosystem that can keep […]

As Ford Transit celebrates its 10th anniversary of production in the United States, the brand has reached a significant milestone with over 1.2 million Transit vans assembled in America since its inception. Notably, 99% of these vehicles are still operational, underscoring the durability and reliability of the Transit van. Tim Baughman, Ford Pro’s general manager, […]

Nissan has announced the sale of its 2024 Ariya model, with a starting price set at $39,590. The company has adjusted the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for all trim levels of this electric vehicle (EV) to cater to a broader range of EV consumers. The base model, Ariya Engage, sees a price reduction of […]

Joe Sholtes, a once devoted Chevrolet enthusiast, experienced a pivotal change in his automotive preferences in 2017 upon test driving an EcoBoost-powered F-150 pickup, marking the beginning of his journey with Ford’s lineup of trucks. This shift in allegiance was further solidified with Ford’s announcement in 2021 of an electric F-150 model that promised even […]

Kia America is set to participate in Work Truck Week at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis on March 6-7, 2024. During the event, the company plans to showcase concept models of its Platform Beyond Vehicles (PBVs), specifically the PV5 and the PV7 models. This initiative is part of Kia’s broader strategy, referred to as […]

Last May, the proverbial dam broke. Ford announced its future electric vehicles would feature the Tesla connector, the so-called North American Charging Standard, or NACS for short. After the blue oval made this news, practically every other automaker followed suit. But what about Ford’s existing EVs, cars and trucks that are already in service? Will […]