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Electrify America has opened DC chargers in Buck Meadows, California, meaning if you’re driving a battery-electric vehicle to Yosemite National Park, you now have a place to charge. These chargers were opened in cooperation with the Yosemite Westgate and Buck Meadows Lodge, which gives EV drivers a place to charge before entering the park. “We […]

Cadillac has announced that it will return to racing and enter the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2023. The brand aims to use a fourth-generation V-series prototype with a hybrid powertrain. Initially, it will compete in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) LMDh for the 2023 season. “For nearly […]

Well, that didn’t take long. Only a year after it arrived on the market as an FWD-only model, the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid is now available with AWD. This expands the crossover’s appeal, making it a viable option to consumers living in areas with four seasons. Power comes from a 1.6-liter turbo-four coupled to a […]

Volvo has announced a significant update to its T8 plug-in hybrid lineup, which adds more power and improve their all-electric range. This includes a new 18.8-kWh lithium-ion battery replacing the 11.6-kWh unit and a 145-hp electric motor in place of the 87-hp unit in the current cars. As a result, Volvo’s T8 lineup will have […]

Karma Automotive has announced at Advanced Clean Tech (ACT) Expo in Long Beach, California that it will launch modular all-electric powertrains for commercial vehicles. Called Powered by Karma, the new engineering and contract manufacturing arm will focus on electrified solutions and services for its customers. This is the next evolution of Karma Automotive’s business-to-business (B2B) […]

Volkswagen is poised to continue its hot hatch heritage as it electrifies its lineup. Brand boss Ralf Brandstätter revealed to Auto Express at the 2021 Munich auto show that the ID.X Concept has gotten the green light for production. That car was essentially a thinly veiled Volkswagen ID.3 GTX and was ready for production. “The […]

The 2022 Kia Niro lineup has been announced and the biggest change is the addition of Kia’s new logo. You’ll still be able to get the subcompact crossover in three versions: a conventional hybrid, a plug-in hybrid, and a full battery-electric vehicle. The Niro Hybrid and Niro PHEV carry over unchanged while the Niro EV […]

Toyota has announced an increased commitment to electrification with a big investment in battery technology. However, battery-electric vehicles are just one part of the larger puzzle because Toyota has also doubled down on hybrids as part of its overall strategy. Their approach will vary based on the region. In places with abundant renewable energy, Toyota […]

Armored BMW X5s are a common sight. They’re a staple for transporting VIPs, and heads of state across the globe so it’s no surprise that BMW decided to create a Concept iX5 Hydrogen with the same level of protection. This makes the fuel cell-powered prototype the first of its kind. Not only is the iX5 […]

General Motors has revealed that the Silverado EV will get four-wheel steering. That means the rear wheels of the Chevrolet Silverado EV will be able to turn at specific angles and make the truck more maneuverable. Together with the front wheels, the vehicle can turn tighter, shrinking the overall turning radius by a significant amount. […]