Electric Visions: Chevy Equinox and Mustang Mach-E Shine, Cadillac and Jeep Debut EVs, and Automakers Team Up for Engine Innovation

This week's recap: Chevy Equinox and Mustang Mach-E evaluations, along with Cadillac and Jeep electric vehicle unveilings. Which major car manufacturer revealed plans for a $22,000 electric vehicle targeted at the European market?

Which car manufacturers are collaborating to develop a new series of compact engines?

Here's our recap of the top stories from the past week at Green Car Reports, as of May 31, 2024.

In our evaluation of the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, it became clear that this reasonably priced electric model from General Motors, which includes a forthcoming $35,000 option, successfully delivers on all fronts. Moreover, with an EPA range of 319 miles, it seems to perfectly balance both driving range and cost.

A GM official has indicated that the future revamped Chevy Bolt EV, set to launch in late 2025, will be positioned as the most cost-effective electric vehicle in the U.S. market, even more affordable than the soon-to-be-released $35,000 Equinox EV model.

2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally Edition

The latest 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT has been upgraded with a new rear motor taken from the F-150 Lightning, enhancing its speed, and is more fun to drive on twisty roads thanks to added magnetic damping system and performance seats. However, it's the 2024 Mustang Mach-E Rally version that truly excels off-road and proves to be a sensible choice in various conditions. For a detailed analysis, visit our partner site Motor Authority to read the full review.

Set to debut later this year, the 2025 Cadillac Optiq EV was recently previewed by Green Car Reports. This all-wheel-drive electric vehicle features a large fixed-glass roof, extensive digital displays, and a luxurious interior. It also boasts a 300-mile range and uses distinctive lighting elements to enhance its aesthetic appeal.

2025 Cadillac Optiq

Jeep unveiled its inaugural fully electric vehicle destined for the U.S. market on Thursday evening, alongside firsthand insights into the soon-to-be-released model. Slated for 2024, the Jeep Wagoneer S EV is roughly the same size as the Grand Cherokee, though it offers more interior space. According to the manufacturer, it boasts a range exceeding 300 miles. A special Launch Edition is set to debut this autumn, with a starting price of $71,995, destination fees included.

2024 Jeep Wagoneer S Model

Toyota, Subaru, and Mazda are collaborating to develop smaller engines for their hybrid vehicles, which may use hydrogen or e-fuels alongside gasoline. Subaru hinted that this advanced technology might be incorporated into the upcoming Crosstrek Hybrid.

Volkswagen has announced plans to develop a new electric vehicle priced at approximately $22,000, specifically designed for the European market. The question remains whether this affordable EV could also become popular in the U.S. market.

Tesla Rapid Charging Station

Tesla's Supercharger network is facing setbacks, either slowing down or scaling back, opening the door for rivals, particularly within the framework of the $5 billion federal NEVI charging infrastructure program.

A recent patent submission suggests that General Motors is exploring the idea of using cooling technology similar to that found in microchips for its electric vehicle charging ports. This method, known as PCM cooling, has been utilized in the cooling systems of computer chips for several years and has recently been adopted by fashionable outdoor equipment.

Compared to standard cars, SUVs produce roughly 20% more carbon dioxide. The increasing popularity of SUVs is undermining efforts to shift towards more environmentally friendly vehicles. This rule applies regardless of whether the vehicle is electric or not, indicating that smaller, car-like vehicles are inherently more efficient.

2021 Volkswagen ID.4 First Edition

Volkswagen is addressing issues with malfunctioning gauge clusters and unstable infotainment screens in the 2021-2023 VW ID.4 models by instructing dealers to update the software for a specific control unit and the infotainment module as part of a recall.

Is it possible for commercial electric vehicles to be cost-effective with smaller batteries, utilizing dynamic wireless charging technologies embedded in roads? This is the question a trial in Indiana seeks to answer, as part of multiple exploratory projects examining this technology.

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Indeed, the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are also transitioning to electric power, employing a unique strategy where a large battery will be used in conjunction with an engine that acts as a generator, similar to the system used in the Ramcharger.

We take the Chevy Equinox EV for a spin. Jeep unveils its premier electric vehicle in the U.S. Tesla's charging strategy opens doors for competitors. GM explores innovative cooling for charging ports. SUVs contribute significantly to CO2 emissions. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Introducing the first electric vehicle destined for the U.S. from…

The manufacturer halted production of the Bolt EV as 2023 concluded, yet has highlighted plans for its resurgence, targeting a production reboot in Kansas by the latter half of 2025.

Phase change material (PCM) technology has long been utilized in computing heat sinks and is now growing in popularity within outdoor equipment.

For the first time, SUVs accounted for more than half of vehicle sales in developed nations, totaling approximately 20 million units, as reported by the IEA.

Jeep initiates its all-electric era with the Wagoneer S, designed as an alternative to the Grand Cherokee.

This includes eligibility for electric vehicle tax credits, but it is still promised that a base model with a starting price of $34,995 will be available later in the year.

Following Tesla's halt on Supercharger expansions, other networks are ramping up their plans to install additional charging stations and are reaching out to recruit Tesla workers who have been affected by the pause.

Volkswagen embraces budget-friendly electric vehicles. Toyota, Subaru, and Mazda pledge to develop advanced engines. Meanwhile, Cadillac introduces its most accessible electric vehicle yet. Find out more at Green Car Reports. Set to launch later this year, the 2025 Cadillac Optiq EV was recently previewed by Green Car Reports…

This introductory electric vehicle from Cadillac aims to attract a younger audience with its stylish design and comfortable features, along with all-wheel drive and an estimated 300-mile range.

Compact engines designed for hybrid vehicles are central to the strategy, potentially impacting the design of Subaru's upcoming Crosstrek Hybrid.

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