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Chevy teases the first electrified ‘Vette coming Jan. 17

The next model of the mid-engine Chevy Corvette is about to break cover. It will break new ground as well. Chevrolet teased its Corvette E-Ray on Instagram Tuesday ahead of the car’s reveal on Jan. 17. That date marks the 70th anniversary — to the day — that the first Corvette was introduced to the… Continue reading Chevy teases the first electrified ‘Vette coming Jan. 17

Hummer EV SUV auction to benefit Trail Lightly’s outdoor mission

Weighing nearly five tons, the battery-powered, 2024 GMC Hummer SUV won’t tread lightly, but it will benefit Tread Lightly. Proceeds from the Barrett-Jackson auction this month of the first electric SUV will go to the Utah-based nonprofit, which is committed to promoting responsible outdoor recreation through stewardship and educational programs. The 2024 Hummer is the… Continue reading Hummer EV SUV auction to benefit Trail Lightly’s outdoor mission

Gasoline prices are set to rise if corn-belt states win fuel fight

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Mercedes enters the fray for electric-vehicle charging spots

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Biden administration releases ‘toolkit’ for net-zero transportation

Washington — The Biden Administration on Tuesday released a “blueprint” for reaching net-zero transportation emissions nationwide by 2050. The report is to be considered a “toolkit” for eliminating greenhouse gas production from the country’s transportation, from cars and trucks to planes, trains and shipping, administration officials said. The plan suggests making it more convenient for… Continue reading Biden administration releases ‘toolkit’ for net-zero transportation

From service to retail, here’s how the metaverse is reshaping the auto industry

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VP Kamala Harris to visit Ann Arbor this week for climate event

Washington — Vice President Kamala Harris will return to Michigan on Thursday for a climate change event in Ann Arbor, the White House said. Harris is expected to participate in a conversation “highlighting the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic and ongoing work to combat the climate crisis.” No further details were immediately available. The scheduled Ann Arbor… Continue reading VP Kamala Harris to visit Ann Arbor this week for climate event

Rolls-Royce says super rich keep on buying luxury cars

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Warren Buffet’s firm keeps selling BYD shares despite past praise

Omaha, Neb. — Warren Buffett’s company continues selling off its BYD shares despite the positive comments he has made about the Chinese electric car maker in the past, but Berkshire Hathaway remains a major shareholder. Berkshire said in a filing with the Hong Kong stock exchange Monday that it had sold another 1 million shares,… Continue reading Warren Buffet’s firm keeps selling BYD shares despite past praise