Stellantis may be looking to adapt planetary gear hybrid systems—like the one currently used in the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid plug-in hybrid minivan—to more rugged vehicles, a patent filing indicates. The Pacifica Hybrid uses a planetary …
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Sierra EV Denali stands out with a GM-estimated 460 miles Midgate setup allows flexibility for items nearing 11-feet long Versatility from air suspension, rear-wheel steering, Super Cruise “I’ve been on that route, and it’s …
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Among those considering the purchase of a new or used battery-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle, or just curious about EVs, charging can still be the EV dealbreaker. Unless you don’t have a way to …
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U.S. spec is 3-row, 10 in. longer than Euro version out two years ago Larger 91-kwh battery pack, higher-power rear motor EPA range up to 234 miles, 10-80% in 26 min. Starts at $61,545, …
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Allows long-range EV9 to provide up to 100 kwh—for days of home backup Only offered in a few states now, nationwide rollout yet to come Capable of vehicle-to-grid functions, but that depends on local …
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During this week’s reveal of its ES90 electric vehicle, Volvo also briefly teased what will likely be its next EV. The reveal, which was streamed on Volvo’s YouTube channel Wednesday, includes a brief behind …
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Volkswagen on Wednesday unveiled a concept car previewing its smallest and cheapest EV yet. The VW ID.Every1 is meant as a first glimpse at a sub-$25,000 electric car the automaker plans to launch in 2027—in …
Are plug-in hybrids an on-ramp to fully electric vehicles, or undue cost and complexity? Are they something consumers asked for, or something created by bureaucrats and regulators? At least in some respects the answer …
Telo Trucks on Thursday unveiled the first pre-production unit of its MT1 compact electric pickup truck. The next step toward getting the tiny truck into customer hands, California-based Telo said in a press release, …
The 2025 Kia EV9 is being recalled again because faulty rear gear drive units could cause loss of propulsion. The recall includes just 342 of the three-row electric SUVs. These vehicles may have rear …
