FEBRUARY 22, 2021

2022 Acura MDX Positioned to Maintain Three-Row Sales Lead

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At the end of its lifecycle, the outgoing MDX outsold every rival nearly 2-to-1. With snappy styling, excellent road manners, a daring and functional interior and a proven powertrain, the fully redesigned model should carry on the momentum.

Toyota Wants to be ‘Macy’s’ of Electrified Vehicles

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Toyota says a mix of hybrids and battery-electric vehicles make the most sense as it strives to meet its environmental objectives in the coming decade and beyond.

Chevrolet Lands 1-2 Bolt Punch This Summer

The refreshed ’22 Bolt hatchback is priced $5,000 lower than the previous model, while the all-new Bolt “EUV” compact ute will start at $33,995. Chevrolet also will cover standard installation of a Level 2 home charger for eligible customers.

Drivers, Nuances of the Automotive Semiconductor Shortage

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Between Q2 and Q3 2020, vehicle sales returned to a pre-COVID pace. Nonetheless, at the bottom of the supply chain, semiconductor suppliers were unable to keep pace with the abrupt and unexpected change in demand.

Ford Going Exclusively Electric in Europe By 2030

The U.S. automaker says that by mid-2026, all of its passenger-vehicle range on the continent will be zero-emissions capable, either battery-electric or plug-in hybrid.

AV Partnerships Lead the Headlines So Far in 2021

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Here’s a look at what’s behind some of the recent key mergers, investments and partnerships formed in the autonomous-vehicle sector.

ACEEE Rates States' EV Policies

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ACEEE's 2021 report, "The State Transportation Electrification Scorecard," analyzes EV-specific rules and other transportation and utility-sector policies relevant to GHG reduction and EV deployment in the light- and heavy-duty vehicle sectors.

Continental Ready With First Volley in Lidar Play With AEye

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The Tier 1 has two lidar products nearing production, an in-house-developed short-range unit due this year and long-range technology developed in partnership with California startup AEye expected in 2024.

Supplier Valeo Unveils CO2 Battle Plan

The French specialist in electrification, electronics and lighting commits to achieving European carbon neutrality by 2050 by slashing emissions across its entire value chain 45% by 2030 compared with 2019 levels.

Ford Raises EV Investment; Tennessee, Tesla, Revel and EA Charging News

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Ford says it’s set to spend more on electrification, with few details. Meanwhile, more public charging is coming to the U.S., in some underserved places.

Nissan Pathfinder Goes Back to Roots, Loses CVT

The Japanese automaker re-embraces the more rugged looks and character of the original Pathfinder on the all-new fifth-generation model, out this summer.

Auto Tech Check: Across the Great Divide in ’20 Subaru Outback Onyx XT

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Priced at $37,995, the Outback Onyx XT is sure-footed on slick winter roads, and the 2.4L turbo flat-4 works in total harmony with the Lineartronic CVT.