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Ethanol as an Alternative Fuel Contender

Two decades ago, Chevrolet’s innovative Chevrolet Avalanche exemplified a trend that enabled a choice of driving on ethanol or gasoline.

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Hyundai’s Next-Gen Hydrogen Vehicle

Hydrogen is viewed as a potential zero-emission fuel to power our driving future. Hyundai’s latest NEXO hydrogen vehicle shares part of this automaker’s vision.

Navigating the EV Transition

Ensuring a successful EV transition requires careful planning, public-private cooperation, and the ability to navigate ever-changing economic uncertainties.

Managing Power on Both Sides of the Plug

Mike Froehlich, Global VP of Engineering-eMobility at Eaton, details why managing power through a system-level perspective on electrification is important.

Charging is the EV's Invisible Wall

Tritium’s CEO Arcady Sosinov emphasizes why charging infrastructure must evolve or its limitations will become the EV’s growth killer.

EV Owners Double Down on the Technology

CDK study shows most EV owners continue to find electrics an attractive new car purchase…but will also own a gas car.

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EVs are Not the Answer. They are a Choice.

The development of modern EVs has been accelerating for decades. They are important to our future but not to the exclusion of other fuels and technologies.

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Tesla's $35K (Finally!) Model 3

The long-awaited Tesla Model 3 delivers what its fan base has expected. This electric sedan is stylish in a Model S sort of way, fast, and travels a significant distance on a charge. It’s also very late in coming. But apparently, all is forgiven.

Nissan Altra EV Blazed the Way for Lithium-Ion Power

The Nissan Altra EV introduced the first use of advanced lithium-ion automotive batteries in 2008, setting a new direction for modern EVs.

The Race to Disrupt Tesla

Tesla has been the undisputed champion of EVs and legacy automakers are scrambling to keep up. Here’s a look at what’s happening.

Volvo XC40 is High Tech

Looking for efficiency and functionality in a smaller crossover that also offers a high-end persona? Volvo’s new XC40 should be on your comparison list. This stylish model offers loads of on-board tech along with a respectable 33 highway mpg..

Cadillac's Sharp XT4

The XT4 is Cadillac’s answer to the compact crossover SUV, and it’s one sharp looking model. While it isn’t exotic in the sense of integrating electrification, it achieves a thrifty 30 highway miles-per-gallon on its turbocharged four-cylinder engine.

Connected to the Road

Connected technology and advanced driver safety systems are all the rage. Once the domain of high-end cars, in growing numbers these systems are making their way to entry-level models. Their technology is advanced and capabilities amazing.

Driven: Lexus ES 300h

The all-new 2019 ES 300h is a welcome evolution of Lexus’ approachable luxury sedan. It offers handsome style, a quiet and comfortable interior, and good performance. Importantly, this hybrid is less than a $2,000 step up from its gas counterpart.

RAM 1500 Mild Hybrid

RAM’s debut of its 2019 RAM 1500 has more than satisfied the expectations of pickup fans who have been awaiting this new-generation model. It’s tough. It’s handsome. And it boasts all the right specs for the segment…plus mild hybrid power.

Cars are Getting Smarter

The advent of smart sensors and sophisticated on-board technology is making today's vehicles smarter and safer to drive.

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