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Pikes Peak is one of the world’s great races because its mountain poses an incredible challenge for drivers and machines – and the rules are very flexible, allowing teams flexibility in design and technology. Electric cars dominated the event in 2024.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz, Volkswagen’s cool new retro electric van, is about to go on sale in the U.S. Six different versions will be available, with a choice of rear- or all-wheel drive, and six or seven seats.

Long a pioneer in the development of hydrogen fuel cells, Toyota is consolidating its hydrogen research and development efforts in California, in a new campus called Toyota Motor North America Hydrogen Headquarters (H2HQ). It’ll support a wide variety of hydrogen projects that go well beyond passenger cars.

Rivian doesn’t just make electric trucks. It also has a proprietary charging network focused on providing charging around popular outdoor adventure locations. Starting in late 2024, the company will be upgrading its network with new high-speed chargers – and opening access to drivers of other brands of EVs.

Are you a resident of Washington state? If so, there’s good news if you’re considering an electric car. If you make less than about $90,000 a year, you may be eligible for pretty significant EV rebates – which can be added to the $7,500 federal incentive.

Ford is at it again, adjusting prices of its electric vehicles to keep up with shifting demand. This time, the popular F-150 Lightning electric pickup has received a round of cuts, with one of the most popular models now starting below $70,000 MSRP.

Nissan has dropped pricing of the excellent Ariya crossover across the board. Depending on trim level, the Ariya is now up to $6,000 less expensive than before. Ariya drivers will also be able to access Tesla Superchargers later in 2024.

Built in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the Volkswagen ID.4 is one of the top 10 selling electric cars in the U.S. It continues to qualify for the $7,500 tax incentive - and the better news is that the 2024 model year will also bring some impressive updates.

Ford was the first manufacturer of many to announce that it would adopt the Tesla charging plug and provide its drivers access to the Tesla Supercharger network. Now, it’s ready to ship free plug adapters so Ford drivers can access Tesla chargers on the go.

If you love the design of the Rivian R1S and R1T but want something smaller and more affordable, the company has good news. It’s about to reveal its new, smaller adventure vehicle, with a starting MSRP of less than $60,000.

Last year, seven automakers pledged to start a new high-speed charging network that would deploy 30,000 fast chargers across North America. Now, the company has a name, Ionna, and is on track to open its first station.

Since EVs are emissions-free, why not charge indoors, and have access to comfortable lounges with upscale amenities? Electrify America’s new flagship charging station shows what’s possible.

Toyota recently announced a massive expansion of its Kentucky manufacturing facility, which currently makes hybrid Camry and RAV4 models. The factory will produce a new large electric SUV, which should be eligible for federal incentives.

Honda’s first electric SUV, the Prologue, is arriving in dealerships this spring. It is an attractive package, with a starting MSRP of under $50,000, rapid charging, and strong EPA range estimates. Read on to learn more.

2024 is going to be a big year for electrification at Honda. Not only is it launching the Prologue electric SUV, but there is a new 2025 Civic Hybrid, and a fuel-cell electric CR-V as well.