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Smart — a joint automotive venture between the Swiss company Swatch and Mercedes — manufactured small, fuel-efficient cars aimed at accommodating those who lived in large metropolitan areas. Despite the Smart Crossblade being banned in America, and the company only lasting from 2008-2019, they were great cars for the urban commuter. They were small enough to maneuver through the streets without issue, and drivers could easily fit into any parking spot. Not to mention, if drivers had to drive all across town running errands or even into a neighboring city, the Smart car wouldn't need a refuel for some time.

Here's How Far A Smart Car Can Go On A Single Tank Of Gas

Pickup truck drivers stand to save the most by going electric, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Pickups tend to be bigger than other vehicle types, meaning they use more energy and thus offer greater potential for savings when the cost of that energy is reduced, the DOE recently noted. And reducing consumption of gasoline or diesel is a virtual guarantee of reducing those energy costs.

DOE: Pickups could save the most on fuel as EVs vs. gasoline

EV enthusiasts -- particularly the ones with vanity license plates like "GAS LOL" -- like to brag about the cost savings of charging their electric vehicle compared to fueling a gas-powered car. This story is part of CNET Zero, a series that chronicles the impact of climate change and explores...

EV Charging vs. Gas: We Do the Math to See Which is Cheaper

While it's been said in the past, this year has been one of the best years when it comes to the automotive industry. With some highly anticipated vehicles released in 2024 and others getting some major upgrades, it raises interest in how these cars drive from an in-person perspective. The good news is that some of the journalists at TopSpeed had their hands full while reviewing some of the best electric and hybrid vehicles that are out this year.

10 Best Electric And Hybrid Vehicles We've Driven So Far in 2024

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The US Sun

AMERICAN drivers with electric vehicles and hybrids will be hit with a $178 surcharge as a part of a new transportation bill. Vermont EV and hybrid owners are hit with a fee implemented to make up for a loss in revenue from gas tax money. The payment for car owners...

Drivers hit with new $178 fee just for owning an EV – hybrids face charge too as officials insist it’s a ‘temporary fix’

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A Nissan dealer in Colorado is practically giving 2025 Nissan Leaf leases away – who said EVs weren’t affordable?. Tynan’s Nissan Aurora is running a new special where you can lease a 2025 Nissan Leaf S for $19 per month for 24 months with $0 down and $10,000 miles.

You can lease a 2025 Nissan Leaf for $19 a month (yes, for real)

We've already brought you vehicles like the Acura ZDX, Honda Prologue, and Chevrolet Equinox EV. We've driven them, but now it's time to preview vehicles we know to be in the pipeline, but haven't had hands-on time with just yet. These vehicles due in the next two model years represent...

New electric cars coming in 2025-2026

Plug-in hybrids are in a unique position right now. While the sales of battery electric vehicles have been steadily increasing over the past few years with policy and infrastructure support designed to favor them, consumers have recently shown that they’re interested in PHEVs, too. For starters, PHEVs are a...

Plug-In Hybrids Overtake EV Growth. But There Are Some Catches

The last several months have been messy for the electric vehicle industry, to put it mildly. Major players like General Motors, Ford and Mercedes-Benz are pumping the brakes on their electrification efforts, citing uneven and unpredictable consumer demand. Many drivers remain hesitant to go electric because they’re worried about a lack of charging stations and insufficient range.

The Facts Are In: It’s Not Looking Good For Internal Combustion

The Model X is one of Tesla's more exclusive and aspirational options that sits alongside the flagship Model S sedan. Flagship luxury cars typically lose more value compared to entry-level products. Electric cars also depreciate far faster than their ICE counterparts, meaning the Model X should be subject to some considerable value losses. However, it appears that the opposite is true, as this aspirational seven-seater luxury electric SUV is able to retain its value better than almost any other electric car currently available in the U.S.

Here's How Much The Tesla Model X Depreciates After 5 Years

Ford Maverick leads compact pickup segment with affordability and fuel efficiency. Gas model outperforms hybrid option for work capabilities; hybrid offers best fuel economy. FLEXBED design maximizes utility and versatility in the 2024 Ford Maverick. While there are many who still want big, full-size pickups, the number of people longing...

The Most Fuel-Efficient Gas-Powered Pickup On Sale Today

It took a minute, but Stellantis finally got its advanced assisted driving features launched on the market with this year's Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L. Those models can be optioned with Hands-free Active Driving Assist, which works on vehicle-approved roads and at any speed, offering hands-off driving, lane centering, and predictive slowing for corners. This marked a step above Active Driving Assist, which is hands-on adaptive cruise control and lane centering that works up to 90 miles per hour. HFDA only works on approved roads, can change lanes after the driver taps the turn signal, and works up to 90 miles per hour.

Stellantis talks up its software and hands-free ADAS tech coming to 2025 models

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

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The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI returns with a six-speed manual transmission option as the Golf GTI drops the stick.
The post This Volkswagen Sedan Refuses To Give Up Its Manual Transmission for 2025 appeared first on MotorBiscuit.

This Volkswagen Sedan Refuses To Give Up Its Manual Transmission for 2025

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Chicago, IL

Chicago Happenings

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

In all the stock photos that reference "credit card" and "car buying," the subjects are smiling. They probably shouldn't be. (Getty Images) Can you buy a car with a credit card? In this post-pandemic, nearly cashless society, that's a good question. The reasons for doing it are pretty obvious: To "get the miles" if you have an airline credit card, or hotel points, or if your card has a cash-back scheme. So you want to — but can you and should you?

Can you buy a car with a credit card?

Governments are implementing incentives for electric cars, reducing their starting prices and aiding in the used car market. Electric car sales have increased, providing more options for consumers, but they still face rapid depreciation due to technology advancements. Used electric cars don't benefit from tax incentives, but the Used Clean...

How You Can Benefit From The Rise Of The Pre-Owned Electric Car Market

California State

CarBuzz.com

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

More and more EVs are finally rolling out, and customers are getting greater choice when it comes to electric vehicles of different sizes. While the first wave of electric vehicles was largely made up of sedans and small crossovers, these days there are at least a few electric SUVs that are worth considering for those who want something larger. In fact, there are even some three-row electric SUVs that are great for those with a family or who simply want more room.

Best electric SUVs: Large vehicles you can plug in

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet an amazing and loving Goldendoodle who is searching for his TRUE furever family. Waylon is a three-year-old pup who was put into rescue through no fault of his own. According to his Petfinder profile, Waylon originally grew up with a family of his own, but after that family got a new puppy they decided Waylon had to go. There are no further details provided, but it is lucky that Great Dog Rescue New England was there to give Waylon the chance at happiness he truly deserves!

Goldendoodle Surrendered To Rescue After Original Owners Get New Puppy

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EV fuel savings depends on where you live and what you drove before

Switching from a gas vehicle to an electric model can yield significant savings on fuel costs and other expenses, but how much you save depends heavily...

EV fuel savings depends on where you live and what you drove before

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