Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Then there are the franchise dealers motivated by just one thing: how much can I get for a hot product in short supply. It’s not unusual for a dealer to mark up a Lightning Platinum an additional $50,000 today just to place an order. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.

F-150 98

F-150 Ford Extended Range Dealers 98

Blink Charging

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The electric car market is experiencing massive growth, exceeding 10 million in sales in 2022. As a result, regulations and guidelines related to electric vehicles are changing frequently, and consumers and charging station hosts must be aware of new developments. However, this transition also involves policy changes.

Tax 52

Tax Charging Virginia Gas-Electric 52

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 13, 2023

Many Lexus owners got into the brand as their first luxury car and Lexus hopes many of them will remain loyal and have the RZ 450e as their first electric vehicle. Tempting Lexus owners to plug in There also is the respected Lexus dealer experience—from shopping, purchase and service—where customers are referred to as “guests.”

Lexus 79

Lexus All-Electric Clean Cleaning 79

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

If you are not familiar with not feeling transmission shifts, make sure your VinFast dealer sales representative lets you take a test drive longer than once around the block. Speak to your dealer representative about when these features will be available. Check with the dealer for updates as this is a constantly changing landscape.

San Diego 94

San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 94

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2024

We have not driven the ZDX A-Spec RWD or AWD, but we suspect the performance will still be quite good, and the all-electric driving range will be longer. The 2024 ZDX A-Spec and ZDX Type S are on-sale now at Acura dealers in all 50 states. Go check it out! Story and photos by John Faulkner. [ Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

Acura 83

Acura All-Electric SUV Miles 83

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 21, 2024

Living up to the badge Genesis, with its first models in 2018, is still a new car company that is in the process of building out a dealer network. Visit your local Genesis dealer to experience a 2024 G70 and see for yourself what a world class premium sports sedan is all about. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

Fuel Economy 58

Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning Fleet 58

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Affordable 259-Mile All-Electric Driving Range. Refreshed inside and out, the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV continues to be the best-selling electric car for Chevrolet and parent General Motors. This, along with all the other maintenance you will never have to do, is a real money saver versus a gasoline powered car.

Chevrolet 75

Chevrolet Miles Clean Cleaning 75

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 10, 2024

With the exception of coming to a full stop or in an emergency, it is easy to not touch the brake pedal as using motor regeneration is the easiest, most convenient and smoothest way to drive an electric car. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.

All-Electric 58

All-Electric Lithium Ion Miles Light 58

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

Pricing and Availability The all-new CX-90 is scheduled to be in Mazda dealers in late March 2023. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

Mazda 89

Mazda Plug-in Fuel Economy SUV 89

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 16, 2023

The OTAs makes it so the Polestar 2 doesn’t need to be taken to a dealer for these improvements to features, safety and performance. Speak with your dealer about any available federal or state tax credits that could reduce the price you pay. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

Motor 76

Motor Motors Motoring All-Electric 76

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 24, 2022

Add your name and, after a $100 refundable deposit, a local dealer will be in touch to complete the ordering process. We will write more detailed reviews, including impressions for on and off-road driving and towing, when we have had the chance to get behind the wheel this much anticipated all-electric pickup from Chevrolet.

Silverado 82

Silverado Chevrolet GMC Hummer 82

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

Pricing and Warranty The all-electric 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E comes in six models, ranging in price including the mandatory $1,300 destination and delivery fee. Note: EV pricing has been fluid during 2023, so check with your Ford dealer for the current pricing and financing offers. Story by John Faulkner.

Extended Range 89

Extended Range Ford Range All-Electric 89

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Efficiency + Good Looks The first time you see the Prius Prime up close, you’ll get a sense of wonder—where has this attractive car been hiding, considering the earlier Prius generations were never considered good-looking. When you see it at the Toyota dealer in person, the experience will start all over again.

Prius 85

Prius PHEV Toyota Plug-in 85

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

Driving mostly in the Eco or Comfort modes confirmed what we know about Genesis, that they are conservative when it comes to the all-electric driving range. The smile inducing torque at any speed is what makes driving an electric car so special, and thankfully the GV60 Performance AWD did not disappoint. Spacious Interior.

All-Electric 105

All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning 105

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The 2023 Prius is arriving in North America dealers in early December 2022. The old wedge shape with harsh angles is gone, transitioning to a sleek and aerodynamic high mileage and very appealing hybrid car. The features on the 2023 Prius make it highly desirable, especially for taking long, fuel efficient road trips.

Prius 87

Prius Toyota Hybrid Fuel Economy 87

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Flash Drive: 2024 Hyundai Kona All-New Small SUV Gas for now; electric is coming soon The all-new 2024 Hyundai Kona is currently offered in four trim levels with the choice of two gasoline-powered engines and, in early 2024, an all-electric version will arrive. The Kona gasoline models are in dealers now in North America.

Hyundai 84

Hyundai Gasoline-Electric Fuel Economy Gasoline 84

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Using the brake regeneration is the easiest, most convenient, and smoothest way to drive an electric car. If you are not familiar with it, make sure your Volkswagen dealer sales representative lets you take a test drive that spotlights this feature. Once around the block will not be enough. Confident on the road.

All-Electric 85

All-Electric Miles Charging Batteries 85

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 24, 2022

Make sure to have the Hyundai dealer sales associate demonstrate how using and setting this regenerative braking technique will increase your electric efficiency, driving range and driving enjoyment. Request to take a lengthy test drive when visiting your local Hyundai dealer to get a feel for the Ioniq 5 in town and on the highway.

Hyundai 86

Hyundai Lithium Ion All-Electric Light 86

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 3, 2022

An Impressive First All-Electric Car from Mercedes-Benz. It is too involved to go into here, so make sure your Mercedes-Benz dealer sales representative walks you through it completely. This is a car that you will be relying on the dealer sales representative to get the most from this outstanding car.

Mercedes 88

Mercedes All-Electric Clean Cleaning 88

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The 40+ MPG Low-Cost Transportation King. Every car, SUV and truck is designed and built for a reason, and buying one to not do what it was intended to do is wrong in so many ways. Consumers with low but steady incomes can get into a reliable new car, with a strong national dealer network to stand behind it.

Mitsubishi 52

Mitsubishi MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 24, 2024

The Solterra may qualify federal and state tax credits THAT may affect your final price, so speak with your CPA before heading into your local Subaru dealer. On the surface it may appear the all-electric 2024 Subaru Solterra and the Toyota BZ4X and Lexus RZ are the same, but that is not the case at all as each has their own raison d’être.

All-Electric 54

All-Electric Clean Cleaning Miles 54

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

The G70 comes with an extensive list of advanced safety features that your dealer sales representative should go over with you in detail. Some of them include rain sensing wipers, front passenger, driver knee and side airbags, rear side impact airbags, anchors and tethers for child car seats and child door locks.

MPG 82

MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 82

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 28, 2023

I loved that car for many reasons and thus became one of the former Mustang owners Jim Owens is talking about with nostalgic memories. When visiting your Ford dealer, tell the rep you want to drive the EcoBoost Performance Package and the GT with the automatic and 6-speed manual. Photos by John Faulkner and Ford. [

Ford 87

Ford Fuel Economy Convert MPG 87

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Speak with your dealer about any available federal or state tax credits that could reduce the price you pay, and check with your state about the C40 Recharge qualifying to use the HOV lane. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

Recharge 77

Recharge Volvo SUV Google 77

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 29, 2022

The answer, which I was able to get to elevator-pitch length, is that Polestar is the all-electric division of Volvo Cars, and the Polestar 2 is its first all-electric car here in the States. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Good enough? Not nearly.

Motor 82

Motor Motors Motoring Tax Credit 82

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 3, 2023

Over the past several years we have been pushing towards a more premium position, moving the brand up a bit, including the customer experience at the dealer. Overall, it is a very important car for us.” Visit your local Mazda dealer to see how the 2024 CX-90 fits your driving lifestyle. Photos by John Faulkner and Mazda. [

Mazda 89

Mazda PHEV San Francisco Plug-in 89

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 8, 2023

The 6-speed manual has been dropped, so if having a third pedal is your thing, best get to your Subaru dealer soon for one of the 2023s. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Our road tests are based on this one-week drive of a new vehicle.

MPG 79

MPG SUV Clean Cleaning 79

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

It is too involved to go into here, so make sure your Mercedes-Benz dealer sales representative walks you through it completely. Repeating here, but get to know your dealer sales rep really well as there is so much to learn about the technology on the S500. The augmented reality head-up display (HUD) is probably the best we have seen.

Mercedes 74

Mercedes Hybrid MPG Light 74

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 17, 2021

The next few years will see an onrush of electric vehicles, with the SUV class getting the majority of the new models. Having already established a strong reputation with its Kona SUV and Ioniq sedan EVs, next up is the all-new and impressive 2022 Ioniq 5 EV, arriving at Hyundai dealers later this month (December 2021).

Hyundai 87

Hyundai All-Electric SUV Clean 87

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2022

So I had a very satisfying rush of good feelings seeing, getting into and driving the all-new 2022 Kia EV6 electric crossover. The EV6, with an electric driving range up to 310 miles, arrived at Kia dealers in all 50 states in late January 2022. There aren’t any perfect vehicles, but the EV6 is close.

Kia 77

Kia Wind All-Electric Miles 77

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2022

Scheduled Maintenance – First Dealer Visit . Reinforce those descriptions with Camaro design cues, and Chevrolet hopes to make a case for you visiting your local dealer. [Ed. That all-electric model based on GM’s Ultium platform will take the Blazer into truly new territory.

Chevrolet 85

Chevrolet MPG SUV Fuel Economy 85

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 7, 2022

Genesis is a new car company, launching its first stand-alone model in 2017. Building out a dealer network may be in the future, so they currently share showroom space with their sibling brand Hyundai. Your dealer sales associate will explain how this program works. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

SUV 88

SUV Clean Cleaning Fuel Economy 88

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

The comprehensive warranty is appealing, as is the respected Lexus dealer experience—from shopping, purchase and service—that is held in high regard in the automotive industry. A bit about that Lexus dealer. If you have never shopped for a premium or luxury car, it is different.

Lexus 92

Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 92

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

This truly premium midsize sedan is priced competitively, especially when considering the low cost of ownership due to the appealing fuel efficiency. If you are looking for a premium sedan that oozes class and gets fantastic fuel economy, then get over to your Lexus dealer and drive the 2022 ES 300h F Sport.

Lexus 80

Lexus Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 80

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 21, 2021

The all-new, electric 2021 Volkswagen ID4, after a few years of teasing, is now at your local dealer. Volkswagen is hoping the compact crossover ID4 will change the way people look at electric cars. But what about venturing out further, on a trip that usually would be taken in a gasoline powered car?

Miles 79

Miles Charging All-Electric Range 79

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 25, 2022

Federal and state tax credits may affect your final price, so speak with your CPA before heading into your local Subaru dealer. There are several reasons why major car companies would get together to jointly build a car. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.

All-Electric 85

All-Electric SUV Clean Cleaning 85

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 3, 2023

Most dealers will not allow your test drive to include off-roading, but unless you are planning on doing serious rock crawling, you shouldn’t be disappointed with the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.

MPG 85

MPG SUV Clean Cleaning 85