The very first E.V. was born in the 1830s. By the 1900s, electric carriages were dodging horse droppings in Manhattan streets.
Category: Fuel Efficiency
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Electric Cars Were a Big Deal Over a Hundred Years Ago
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The Rise of the High-Range, Less Expensive E.V.
The New York Times – Business:Even as the electric vehicle market slumps, there are more long-range E.V.s under $40,000 than ever before.
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11 Electric Cars Worth a Look as Gas Prices Soar
The New York Times – Business:The war in Iran has auto shoppers sizing up electrics. Many strong cars are on the market, and there are bargains to be had when buying used.
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This Corvette’s a Hybrid, but It’s Built for Raw Power, Not Efficiency
The New York Times – Business:The ZR1X, starting at $207,000, is a Chevrolet showpiece that competes with rarefied rivals like Ferrari and McLaren at a fraction of their (stratospheric) prices.
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What to Know About Electric Cars When Gas Prices Are Surging
The New York Times – Business:War in Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, which is prompting some car shoppers to look for ways to climb off “the gas-price roller coaster.”
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Why This Jump in Gas Prices Feels Different
The New York Times – Business:A state-by-state look at the increase and how it could affect you.
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Flight Prices Are Up Amid Soaring Fuel Costs, but Travel Demand Remains High
The New York Times – Business:Airline executives said the war in Iran had raised fuel costs and, as a result, fares, but that had not yet hurt demand for tickets from individuals and businesses.
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G.M. Books a $7.1 Billion Loss as It Scales Back E.V. Ambitions
General Motors said it was writing down the value of battery and electric vehicle factories after changes in federal policy undercut demand.
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Driving Somewhere for the Holidays? Here’s How to Make Your Road Trip Safe.
Be sure you have the right equipment and apps for weather and traffic, and don’t forget to check those tires. Here are more tips for hitting the highway.
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How Much It Costs to Drive an E.V. and a Gas Car in Every State
Charging an electric car battery is usually cheaper than going to the gas pump. But it depends on where you live.
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Electric Vehicles Face a ‘Pretty Dreadful Year’ in the U.S.
The end of a federal tax credit is expected to push sales of battery-powered cars down but auto experts believe the market will eventually recover.