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John Faulkner is Road Test Editor at Clean Fleet Report. He has more than 30 years’ experience branding, launching and marketing automobiles. He has worked with General Motors (all Divisions), Chrysler (Dodge, Jeep, Eagle), Ford and Lincoln-Mercury, Honda, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan and Toyota on consumer events and sales training programs. His interest in automobiles is broad and deep, beginning as a child riding in the back seat of his parent’s 1950 Studebaker. He is a journalist member of the Motor Press Guild and Western Automotive Journalists.

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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

First Ride: 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

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Ford’s all-in on electrification and Clean Fleet Report had a chance this past week to experience the company’s commitment first hand—from the passenger seat. Ford wouldn’t let us get behind the wheel of the early production F-150 Lightning and E-Transit, but from the right-hand seat (and a chance to closely examine the interiors and, via a cutaway. the underpinnings) it’s clear the company’s $22 billion investment (through 2025) in electrification is going to pay dividends.

First Time Toyota Mirai owners

FIRST TIMER – 2021 Toyota Mirai

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We met with a married couple, Ken and Molly (and their dog Sushi) who purchased a 2021 Toyota Mirai FCEV, their first fuel cell electric vehicle.

2021 Lexus NX 300h AWD Hybrid

Road Trip: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

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Comfortable, fuel efficient, a solid on-road feel and distinctive styling–traits that make the 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line possibly the best compact premium crossover.

2023 Cadillac Lyriq EV

Exclusive: 2023 Cadillac Lyriq Preview

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The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq is only the first of many all-electric Cadillacs that will be released in the coming years. Playing the long game with this transition from gasoline to electric, since they know who their customer is, they are prepared to gain customers as the marketplace continues to grow for electric luxury vehicles.

2021 Hyundai Palisade

Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

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The 2021 Hyundai Palisade is an excellent three-row SUV. Interior roominess, ride comfort, premium build and materials, a long list of convenience features, easy-to-use infotainment system and, of course, the comprehensive warranty are only some of the reasons Hyundai is confident holding the Palisade up against the competition.

2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost

Event: WAJ Media Day: A Million Dollar Drive

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Western Automotive Journalists Media Day 2021 gave us a chance to relate a brief experience with a gaggle of cars whose price tags totaled well beyond a million dollars.

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