Volkswagen to launch fully electric truck and rugged SUV for the U.S.

Volkswagen Group announced it will launch two new fully electric models in the United States: A pickup and a rugged SUV. Both vehicles will be designed specifically for North American customers and will result in the establishment of a separate company. The Scout brand will be revived as part of this move with initial prototypes […]

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2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid gets a new infotainment system

A nice infusion of new tech features has found its way to the 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and you don’t have to get the most expensive versions either. The most notable addition is Toyota’s new infotainment system, which first appeared on the new Tundra and the bZ4X. In the Highlander Hybrid, lower trims use an […]

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Elon Musk: Tesla reaffirms opening Supercharger network to other BEVs

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been on the record that the automaker will open its Supercharger network to other battery-electric vehicles; the company has long enjoyed the perks of having one of the best charging experiences thanks to this. That’s about to change since Musk confirmed last year that it’s opening up Tesla’s Supercharger stations […]

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2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport debuts with electrified powertrains

The smaller of the two Range Rover models has officially made its debut and like the standard-size model, it also gets a range of electrified powertrains. Like its predecessor, the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has a lower roofline. It also has a distinct exterior to further differentiate the smaller, sportier SUV. The headlights […]

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Hyundai will detail plans to expand XCIENT fuel cell truck operations in the U.S.

The 2022 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo will be a big deal for Hyundai because it is poised to announce more details regarding its deployment of 30 XCIENT Class 8 6×4 hydrogen fuel cell trucks in California. Starting in 2023, the heavy-duty vehicles will be based at the Port of Oakland as part of the […]

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BMW iX1 undergoes final winter testing ahead of world debut

The final touches are being implemented to the next all-electric vehicle in the BMW lineup, the iX1. Slotting below the iX3, the brand’s entry-level crossover has just finished undergoing winter testing in Arjeplog, Sweden near the Arctic Circle. There, the vehicle was driven through snow-covered roads and specially prepared iced tracks alongside the plug-in hybrid […]

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Hyundai Motor Group planning BEV plant in Georgia: Report

Hyundai Motor Group’s electrified product offensive is continuing at a rapid pace and it looks like the company is doubling down on supporting it with new facilities. A report from Reuters reveals Hyundai Motor Group is in discussions with officials in the state of Georgia for a new battery-electric vehicle manufacturing plant, according to people […]

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Volvo donates XC40 Recharge for BEV rescue training to Boston Fire Department

The Boston Fire Department received a Volvo XC40 Recharge for training use. This is the second time Volvo donated to help train first responders on rescuing people from accidents involving battery-electric vehicles. These vehicles will also be used to improve the understanding of post-accident safety procedures. As more BEVs hit the road, emergency personnel must […]

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Ford E-Transit Custom officially revealed for Europe

Ford has officially revealed its second battery-electric commercial vehicle, the E-Transit Custom. Slotting below the larger standard E-Transit, the E-Transit Custom is part of a four-vehicle offensive. It will be sold under the Ford Pro division, which has seamlessly integrated its telematics software into the vehicle. This means everything from charging, service, and financing solutions […]

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Every 2023 Volvo model will be electrified to some degree

Volvo has announced changes for the 2023 model year and the big one is that every model sold in the U.S. will have some form of an electrified powertrain. This move started last year with the XC60, S60, S90, and V90 Cross Country models getting the B5 and B6 mild hybrid systems. In these models, […]

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