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Tesla Continues Strong Lead, But Competition Grows While the economy appears to have hit a speed bump, electric vehicle sales continue to soar as more vehicles enter the market and automakers are trying to keep up with demand. Pure EV sales set a record–for the first half of 2022 are up 66% compared to last

Back to a New Future Great Scott! The DeLorean is making a comeback, but it might look and operate quite different from the iconic coupe made famous by the Back to the Future movie franchise. It’s a DeLorean EV. The reincarnated DeLorean is designed to move in the present The original company, launched by John

A Premium Plug-In Hybrid Hiding in Plain Site When handed the keys to the 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD, the experience ended-up not only being pleasant, but one that raises the question–where has Lincoln been hiding this gem? There is no shame if, for you, Lincoln means either the massive Navigator SUV or

Capturing the Whole Picture of EV Ownership Despite higher upfront costs, eco-friendly vehicles are better for not only the planet, but also your wallet. A study conducted by a team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) compared the lifetime costs of owning a gas-powered vehicle versus that of owning an eco-friendly vehicle. Hybrids and

BART Prepares for a Gradual Reopening This article may contain affiliate links. This article originally ran June 7, 2020, and has been updated with current information. During the COVID-19 shutdown, public transportation ridership has plummeted, both because offices are closed and because people are afraid to ride it. BART, the San Francisco Bay Area’s multi-county train

Hyundai, Kia and Genesis Are on a Fast-Track to EVs Hyundai invests in EV plant The Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) is a worldwide leader in electrified vehicles through its Hyundai, Kia and Genesis brands. This includes battery electric vehicles (BEV; plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV); hybrid electric vehicles (HEV); and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles

BMW Finally Puts Its Marker in the EV Race A conversation starter BMW’s newest EV delivers unique style and world-class performance. BMW has been a pioneer in the EV business for more than a decade with quirky vehicles like the i3 city car and outrageously high-tech and performance-oriented i8 plug-in hybrid. These cars appealed to

Tips: Save Money on Your EV’s Biggest Expense This post may contain affiliate links. Everywhere you look nowadays, prices are going through the roof. Gas prices, groceries, utility companies… sometimes it feels like life just became much more expensive overnight. But amongst all the doom and gloom, there’s some good news. Most EV drivers know

A Sneak Preview of the 2023 Lineups Toyota and Lexus held their annual new product showcase the first week of June at their Plano, Texas, headquarters. More than 100 automotive journalists were brought in to see new vehicle announcements, two “sneak peek” models (when the sheet was pulled from them we were given stern instructions

Tips To Safely Navigate the Aftermath of  an Accident This article may contain affiliate links. When a car accident involves a large commercial truck, it becomes even scarier. This is simply because these vehicles’ sheer size and weight, when combined with excess speed, can result in a catastrophic accident. If you or a loved one

Tips for Tripping in your EV Some claim that electric vehicles are the future of the automotive industry. Even so, many newer EV owners still struggle to consistently find charging stations away from home, especially on long road trips. With that in mind, here are some tips to help you plan charging stops and ensure

New EVs Range from Affordable to Outrageous The annual Western Automotive Journalist (WAJ) Media Days present a chance for automotive journalists and manufacturers to come together to test drive some of the hottest new vehicles along the coast of the Pacific Ocean at Half Moon Bay.   The 2022 event presented a wide range of

The Royal Automobile Club of Queensland ran its annual Motorfest day on the 19th June. Sadly, it was the same date as the Noosa EV Expo and I was unable to attend. Many of my friends did and they have graciously allowed me to use their comments. RACQ Events Manager Tamara Van Der Walt said

All-New Luxury EV Leads the Way for Cadillac Setting the new course of Cadillac The all-new, all-electric 2023 Cadillac Lyriq, scheduled to hit showrooms in a few weeks (early July 2022), is expected to be a game changer for the brand. The Lyriq is already seeing (through pre-orders–closed for the 2023 model but open for

Going for the MPG Memories fade over time, but the day you buy your first electric vehicle will stay with you, maybe forever. A First Timer for Clean Fleet Report is someone who purchased their first EV, PHEV or FCEV. This alphabet soup of letters simply means their car has a plug or runs only

Weighing the Appeal Versus the Harsher Reality This article may contain affiliate links. The allure of owning a sports car is almost irresistible. These cars are renowned for their high performance, elegance and edgy designs. Most people dream of owning one of these iconic and powerful speedsters that sometimes zip past us on the highways.

News: The Upsizing of Electrification Is Underway EVs have become increasingly common on today’s roadways. As they grow more and more popular among consumers, it raises a question. When will the same happen for commercial fleets? How long until we see electric fleets taking over the supply chain? Where Are EV Fleets Now? Last mile

The Next Step to an All-electric Line-up The 2023 Genesis G80 EV AWD is the second battery-electric model from Genesis, joining the GV60 SUV. Genesis calls it the “G80 Electrified,” but instead of having it cast in with a bunch of hybrids and plug-in hybrids, we at Clean Fleet Report will simply call it as

Nimble Compact Crossover Is Among The Best When the all-electric Kia Niro was introduced in 2019 it followed the 2017 Niro hybrid and then the 2018 Niro plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Clean Fleet Report has been impressed with all three versions, as well as Kia’s eco-friendly philosophy that this year saw the debut of

Gladstone Ecofest, with the motto Repowering Gladstone, has a history of promoting environmental issues, but also difficulty attracting electric vehicles to the event. Locals seem reluctant to display their Teslas (yes, there are some in this huge coal export hub). The fact that the event is sponsored by major energy companies firmly committed to fossil

What You Need to Know To Make Sure You Get the Best Deal This article may contain affiliate links. What factors affect the car insurance rate? It is a question that many drivers are interested in, and for a good reason. Car insurance can be expensive, so knowing what goes into determining rates is important.

All-New, All Hybrid Toyota has added another model to its ever increasing stable of electrified vehicles with the all-new 2023 Sequoia now exclusively hybrid powered. Completely redesigned, the Sequoia is available in five trims—SR5, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro and Capstone. With a new powertrain, exterior and interior design, infotainment interface and increased efficiency, the 2023

The Future of Safety Technology Toyota demonstrated two key technologies—mobility services and passenger safety—to the media the first week of June at its U.S. headquarters in Plano, Texas. Both of these are important in their separate ways, reinforced by Toyota North America president and CEO Tetsuo “Ted” Ogawa saying our concept is “Mobility for All.”

Significant Price Reduction Repositions Entry-Level EV Chevrolet announced this week that its 2023 Bolt EV and Bolt EUV are going to get major drops in price. The intention is to make the company’s two electric car offerings more attractive to consumers, especially those that are looking for an affordable alternative to a gasoline-powered car. Same

Last GM Brand Pledges All-Electric Future Buick has become the last of GM’s four brands has finally laid out some of its electrification plans, showing off a concept car, a new logo and pledging to be all-electric by the end of the decade. A peek into Buick’s electric future Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC all have

The Entry-Level Swedish Luxury EV Even here in Southern California, where at some point every car sold in America can be seen, the 2022 Polestar 2 is rare and drew the obvious question–“What is that?” The answer, which I was able to get to elevator-pitch length, is that Polestar is the all-electric division of Volvo

Racing Toward Sustainability IndyCar, the organizers of an open wheel racing series based in the United States, best known for its Indianapolis 500 race, has made a commitment to be a leader in sustainable motorsports. The organization announced steps recently, along with Shell and Pennzoil, the official fuel, motor oil and lubricant sponsors of the

Keeping a Great Car Great This article may contain affiliate links It seems everyone wants a Tesla Model 3 these days, and it makes sense why. Not only are these cars economical, efficient and technologically advanced, but they’re a pretty cool way to tool around town. Add in the fact that drivers can hit 60

Taking an Extended EV Trip & Tempting Fate  I remember taking my mom to Ridge Winery in her EV1 oh so long ago. She lived in the residential area around Stanford University and Ridge wasn’t that far away. It wasn’t the distance that worried me, as the Mote Bello location is just above Cupertino, just

Chevrolet Readies Its Counterattack to the Ford F-150 Lightning With an announced on sale date of spring 2023, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV is slowly getting attention from full-size pickup owners. Clean Fleet Report wanted to give an update as we are one year out from seeing the Silverado EV in Chevrolet dealerships. Chevy’s ready