Seattle, WA

Arriving at a charging station and witnessing this vandalism is a huge inconvenience for EV drivers. Those who have recently invested in an electric vehicle are no doubt delighted with their purchase. The technology requires less maintenance and is much quieter than standard gas-guzzling cars, and it produces no planet-warming...

New EV driver raises concerns over trend sweeping local charging station: 'This site has been a big problem'

As the electric car industry continues to develop rapidly, manufacturers worldwide are finding new ways to differentiate their models from the pack. The toughening competition has led to some of the most jaw-dropping vehicles in recent years in almost every segment. While there are many models that stand out from...

10 EVs That Should Be On Your Must Drive List In 2024

New car prices reached record highs in recent years as automakers struggled with pandemic-related delays and vehicle shortages. That has made car shopping a frustrating experience for millions of people, but J.D. Power’s recent sales forecast suggests that the situation is improving. The organization’s research showed that the average new-vehicle retail transaction price has fallen compared to a year ago.

Average new car prices are falling and could significantly boost sales

Electric car reliability is a bit of a mixed bag, and there's a reason for that. Jake Fisher, senior director of auto testing at Consumer Reports, explains:. Most electric cars today are being manufactured by either legacy automakers that are new to EV technology, or by companies like Rivian that are new to making cars. It’s not surprising that they’re having growing pains and need some time to work out the bugs.

Are Electric Cars Reliable?

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A lot of what we hear in the media about electric vehicles can be discouraging to anyone even considering buying one, and I had a lot of those concerns as well. Can you find places to charge them? Are they affordable? Do they just trade one environmental problem for another? Are they more dangerous to drive? I’ve found out that a lot of what we hear is exaggerated or just untrue.

Viewpoint: Owning an EV is fun, clean and easy

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Honda has announced lease options for hydrogen-powered 2025 CR-V e:FCEV, only available in California. Lease options range between two and six years, with up to $30,000 in hydrogen fuel credits. The CR-V e:FCEV has a battery pack for plug-in charging (29 miles of range) and a hydrogen-fueled range of 270...

Honda's Hydrogen CR-V Comes With Up To $30,000 Of Free Fuel

The European automotive market continues to follow a rollercoaster monthly trend. After a negative March and a positive April, the sector lost ground again in May. According to JATO Dynamics data for the 28 European markets, registrations came to 1,087,699 units (-2.5%). This fall is partly due to the decline...

The best-selling cars in Europe in May 2024 ranked

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The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

While Ford has pushed back its EV ambitions for a more balanced approach, it recently launched the Ford Explorer EV in Europe and is about the officially debut its closely related sibling next month. Based on an oddly obtuse ad recently published in a car magazine, it seems that the upcoming vehicle will be called the Ford Capri, which would represent the revival of a nameplate familiar to European car shoppers who will probably be able to purchase the new model later this year.

Ford Capri EV All But Confirmed In New Teaser

In 2024, very few brands will offer as extensive an electrified range as Toyota. While the brand's focus isn't on full EVs, hybrid technology has found its way into almost every new Toyota sedan and SUV. One model that's pioneered the technology not just for Toyota, but for the entire industry is the Prius, which comes in two different versions in 2024.

Plug-in Hybrid Car With The Highest Driving Range In 2024

An electric vehicle’s largest, most important and most expensive component is its high-voltage battery pack. Many newer bespoke EVs are built around their battery pack, and some have even incorporated it as an integral part of their chassis structure. The battery pack must store the vast amounts of electricity required by an EV, not only to provide enough power for daily driving but also to ensure a sufficient range to minimize the owners' charging anxiety.

12-Volt Batteries On Electric Cars: Everything You Need To Know

The 2025 Honda CR-V Fuel Cell is now available to lease…if you live in California. This week, Honda published leasing options for its first hydrogen-powered vehicle since the Clarity went out of production in August 2021. Today, the automaker decided to build a fuel cell vehicle around its most popular SUV offering.

Honda Will Give You A $15,000 Hydrogen Fuel Credit If You Lease a CR-V Fuel Cell, But There’s a Catch

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The Nissan Z is the latest in a long line of iconic sports cars. I enjoyed the Z's twin-turbocharged V6, 6-speed manual gearbox, and retro looks. 

I drove the new $55,000 Nissan Z, and it lives up to its reputation as an iconic sports car

On 11 June, Hyundai showed the first teaser images of the new Inster, a new electric tiny car. Behind the somewhat strange-sounding name lies the electric version of the even stranger-sounding combustion model Hyundai Casper, which is already on sale in Korea. Now there is comprehensive data on the newcomer and also an approximate price of around £21,000 is being aimed for.

Hyundai Inster: New mini SUV with electric drive revealed

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

This is the all-new Hyundai Inster. An entry-level, A-segment electric city car designed specifically for Europe that will likely compete with the Chinese-made Dacia Spring, which is one of the cheapest cars on sale in the European Union. Keen-eyed observers might have noticed that the new Inster looks pretty much...

Hyundai Inster: This New Affordable Electric City Car Looks Fantastic

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Timothy A Gruver

Dentist Ellis B. Jardine of Clark County has been suspended for allegedly practicing outside the scope of his licenses and subpar care, the Washington State Department of Health reported on Friday.

Dentist Suspended for Subpar Care & Unlicensed Practices

Hyundai believes it has cracked the code of the affordable EV. The South Korean automaker recently announced that it would sell the new Inster subcompact electric SUV with a starting price of under $27,000. The Inster looks something like a cross between the Kia Soul and Hyundai Kona. Aimed at...

Finally: Hyundai Is Gearing Up to Release An Affordable EV, But Only In Europe to Start

Toyota has developed a new thermally efficient internal combustion engine that can run on gasoline, synthetic fuel, biodiesel, and hydrogen. New tech has been developed thanks to the company’s involvement in racing with its hydrogen-powered GR Corolla race car. Toyota says it remains committed to developing ICEs. Toyota has...

Toyota Has Developed A New Combustion Engine That Will Fend Off EVs For Years To Come

BERLIN (Reuters) -Mercedes-Benz is investing more than previously planned in combustion engine technology, including 14 billion euros ($15 billion) this year on its passenger cars, its chief executive told German publication Wirtschaftswoche. The premium carmaker was investing in factories and in research and development, reworking the drive train of its...

Mercedes-Benz spending more than previously planned on combustion engines - Wiwo

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How much can you save going from a gas car to an EV? Depends on vehicle type

Charging an EV or PHEV typically costs less than stopping at a gas station, particularly if you charge at home. But how much you’ll save depends...

How much can you save going from a gas car to an EV? Depends on vehicle type

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