Road Test: 2018 Volkswagen Golf R
The 2018 Volkswagen Golf R is an excellent balance of features, price, and performance; it is as good or better than some of its higher-priced competitors.
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Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive iPerformance
For now, the 2018 BMW 530e enjoys a monopoly among German-built midsize luxury sedans as Mercedes-Benz and Audi drag their feet on plug-in-hybrid versions of the E-class and the A6. As for the other side of the world, neither Lexus, Acura or Infiniti have plugged-in their midsized sedans either.
Tech: 2018 EcoCAR3 Competition
The EcoCAR3 project, sponsored by General Motors and the U.S. Department of Energy drew 16 North American universities as participants.Each university began in 2014 with the challenge to design a hybrid-electric power plant that would fit into one of the most iconic muscle cars, the Chevrolet Camaro.
Road Test: 2018 Volvo S90 Plug-in Hybrid AWD
Volvo’s S90 flagship sedan offers spacious luxury and all-wheel drive with the environmental bonus of a plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
Road Test: 2018 Toyota Corolla iM
The 2018 Toyota Corolla iM has a sporty look and flavor, which may be exactly what you are looking for. Clean Fleet Report’s test vehicle was painted a very striking Electric Storm Blue, that along with the sharp looking alloy wheels, made people turn their head. We really have nothing but praise for how eye appealing the iM is.
Road Test: 2018 Audi A5 Coupe
The 2018 Audi A5 is a coupe, occupying a slightly sportier segment in the company’s lineup. This next-generation model just received significant updates, including a new chassis.
Interview: BMW Driving Tips: Performance & MPG
Clean Fleet Report’s goal in visiting the BMW Performance Center was to get BMW driving tips that go to maximizing fuel use through technology and driving techniques.
Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel Hatchback M/T
I am a fan of hatchbacks with their size and versatility over a sedan. In the case of the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel manual hatch there is much to like, with sharp looks and a real world 50 mpg on the highway.
News: Subaru Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid To Arrive by Year’s End
In a brief press announcement, Subaru said a 2019 Crosstrek plug-in hybrid crossover SUV would arrive at U.S. dealers “near the end of the year.”
10 Arguments For/Against Electric Trucks
The non-profit North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) is all about pushing environmentally beneficial, cost-effective efficiencies in the trucking industry, which they back up with deep research and real-world data. After studying the developing battery electric (BE) truck market, they came up with a balanced list that gave plenty of ammunition for both sides of the big rig EV discussion.