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Two Paths to Clean Diesel

As more clean diesel vehicles begin to hit the market, consumers should be aware that diesel car manufacturers are taking different technology paths. The two main paths mean different responsibilities for car owners, although the goal is the same: to reduce emissions.

Coda Sedan Awaits Final EPA, NHTSA Certification

Despite multiple delays, Coda Automotive chief executive Phil Murtaugh told the media last week he remains confident that sales of his company's debut vehicle, the electric Coda Sedan, will commence before the end of February.

Testimony Emerges from Chevy Volt Congressional Hearing

The "unnatural relationship" between the Obama administration and US carmakers in the wake of the 2009 auto bailouts may have led to a delay in disclosing a potential safety defect in Chevrolet Volts, Republican lawmakers claim in a House Oversight and Government Reform Committee report.

Kia Shows Off Naimo Electric Concept

Last week, Kia Motors brought its 5-door, 4-seat Naimo electric sedan concept to the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

Fisker Again Recalls Karma, This Time for a Software Glitch

Fisker Automotive has again halted sales of its plug-in Karma and recalled those out on the road in order to fix a software glitch that has caused random check-engine lights and erratic navigation and entertainment system issues.

Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept to Debut at Detroit Auto Show

Volvo will use the 2012 Detroit Auto Show to debut its XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept, a version of the automaker's crossover fitted with an advanced gas-electric powertrain. Additionally, Volvo has officially confirmed that it will soon launch a production plug-in hybrid vehicle in the US.

Fisker Looks to Raise $300 Million, Officially Recalls 239 Karmas

Last year ended on a mixed note for Fisker Automotive. While the company's first creation, the Fisker Karma, won several awards for its ground-breaking technology and styling, it was forced to recall the first 239 delivered units of the car due to fire concerns last month.

Toyota Announces Pricing, Updates for 2012 Prius

Toyota has announced updates to its best-selling Prius line for next year, including a moderate uptick in price.

Volvo Announces Pricing for V60 Plug-in Wagon

Volvo announced European pricing for its V60 plug-in wagon this week, setting the base price at €57,000 (or about $75,200.) When it comes out Europe next year, the V60 will take its place as the first plug-in hybrid station wagon and first clean diesel plug-in hybrid released by a major automaker.

Toyota Plans for Major Hybrid Growth in U.S.

Toyota's big talk about hybrids is no greenwash. According to a report in Automotive News, the carmaker plans to as much as double the number of hybrids it sells in North America by 2015, to 400,000 vehicles per year.

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