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Argonne study finds BEVs can have lowest scheduled maintenance costs, but highest cost of driving

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Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory, with colleagues from Lawrence Berkeley, Oak Ridge, and National Renewable Energy labs, and the University of Tennessee, have published a comprehensive analysis of the total cost of ownership (TCO) for 12 sizes of vehicles ranging from compact sedans up to Class 8 tractors with sleeper cabs.

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Green NCAP LCA study shows detrimental climate and energy impact of increasing vehicle weight, including EVs

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The results of the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of greenhouse gas emissions and primary energy demand of the cars tested by Green NCAP in 2022 show that the current and continuous trend towards larger and heavier cars, significantly increases the negative impact on climate and energy demand.

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Hyundai expands NEXO fuel cell SUV availability in Northern California

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Hyundai’s NEXO fuel cell SUV is now available at Roseville Hyundai near Sacramento. In addition, the first year of maintenance is free of charge. Based on a dedicated vehicle platform, NEXO is the cleanest, longest-range (380 mile) zero-emissions SUV on the road.

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Fisker names its all-electric SUV Ocean; unveils app-based leasing program

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The all-electric SUV will come standard with an extended range (target of approximately 250 to 300 miles, depending on driving conditions), enabled by an approx. The Fisker Ocean features dramatic sculpture—with a wide stance and a luxurious SUV silhouette. And we take care of all the service and maintenance.

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DOE labs study on costs and benefits of new transportation technologies the most comprehensive to date

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A new study published by US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory offers the most complete understanding yet of the costs of owning and operating a vehicle, and how those costs vary by powertrain, from the conventional to the cutting-edge. Levelized cost of driving (LCOD) across powertrains for light-duty SUV, MY 2025.

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Ford is offering free home EV charging through a new partnership with TXU Energy

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Ford EV drivers can charge 100% for free at home through its new partnership with TXU Energy. Ford EV owners will get a credit on their TXU Energy bill for the energy used during the window. 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash (Source: Ford) After a year of enrollment, users get a $100 bonus from Ford and $250 from TXU Energy.

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Stellantis recollects 219,000 Jeep Cherokee SUVs over hearth dangers

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WASHINGTON — Stellantis mentioned Tuesday it’s recalling simply over 219,000 Jeep Cherokee SUVs globally for hearth dangers and threat homeowners to soil out of doors till maintenance are made. An electrical} snip within the energy liftgate module would possibly govern to a car hearth with the ignition on or off.

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