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Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid Wins 2024 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award For Best Small Utility

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today announced that the Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid was honored with the 2024 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for Best Small Utility.

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  • FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today announced that the Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid was honored with the 2024 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for Best Small Utility.
  • They gave the Outlander the Plug-in Hybrid treatment well before anyone else, and this year, the Outlander Plug-in Hybrid attains its well-deserved recognition by securing the Best Small Utility choice award for the first time."
  • The Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid has consistently received acclaim from both automotive experts and consumers alike.
  • In addition to the MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award, the Outlander Plug-in Hybrid has clinched two consecutive Green Car Journal Family Green Car of the Year awards.

KIA EV9 NAMED 'BEST EV' IN 2024 MOTORWEEK DRIVERS' CHOICE AWARDS

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Friday, February 9, 2024

This marks the second year in a row that Kia received the "Best EV" honor from MotorWeek, following the Kia EV6 win in 2023

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  • This marks the second year in a row that Kia received the "Best EV" honor from MotorWeek, following the Kia EV6 win in 2023
    IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the 2024 Kia EV9 received the MotorWeek Drivers' Choice "Best EV" award for 2024.
  • Last year, the 2023 Kia EV6 also received the "Best EV" honor, along with the "Best of the Year" title.
  • "As the brand's first all-electric, three-row SUV, the Kia EV9 continues to receive praise for the vehicle's overall excellence and execution across many factors," said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America.
  • "We are proud to receive the 'Best EV' award from MotorWeek again this year for the all-new EV9."

Hyundai IONIQ 6 Named 2024 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for Best Electric Vehicle

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai's award-winning IONIQ 61 sedan has today been named MotorWeek Drivers' Choice for Best Electric Vehicle.

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  • FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai's award-winning IONIQ 61 sedan has today been named MotorWeek Drivers' Choice for Best Electric Vehicle.
  • In addition to driving impressions, the MotorWeek new vehicle evaluations consider reliability and value as well as consumer trends.
  • "The Driver's Choice award recognition for 2024 Best Electric Vehicle from MotorWeek is further proof that the IONIQ 6 is a home run in the competitive EV marketplace," said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America.
  • "Hyundai has been a true leader in the EV movement, and delivers their latest with some old-school flair, the IONIQ 6 sedan, a MotorWeek Best EV of the Year.

Jeep® Grand Cherokee Earns Back-to-back MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

"The Jeep Grand Cherokee is our back-to-back winner as Best Midsize Utility of the year," said John Davis, creator and host of MotorWeek.

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  • "The Jeep Grand Cherokee is our back-to-back winner as Best Midsize Utility of the year," said John Davis, creator and host of MotorWeek.
  • "We are convinced that the Grand Cherokee lineup can handle just about anything adventure-loving families can throw at it!
  • For a brand that survived on tradition for many years, the Grand Cherokee makes a truly modern statement by all measures."
  • The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the most technologically advanced and 4x4-capable Jeep Grand Cherokee yet.

MotorWeek’s 2024 Drivers’ Choice Awards Best of the Year: Ford Mustang

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

OWINGS MILLS, MD, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With legendary style, power, and fun, but still with everyday usability, the Ford Mustang has earned MotorWeek’s 2024 Best of the Year as part of the TV series’ annual Drivers’ Choice Awards.

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  • OWINGS MILLS, MD, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With legendary style, power, and fun, but still with everyday usability, the Ford Mustang has earned MotorWeek’s 2024 Best of the Year as part of the TV series’ annual Drivers’ Choice Awards.
  • The Drivers’ Choice Awards digital ceremony can be viewed at MotorWeek.org and on MotorWeek’s YouTube channel .
  • While this seventh-generation Mustang is evolutionary, in its 60th-anniversary year,  it remains America’s original, and now the last remaining “pony” car.
  • “The 2024 Mustang pays homage to the past with design cues that keep America’s favorite pony car aesthetics intact.

Mary Aufdemberg of Daimler Trucks to present keynote address at Green Truck Summit during Work Truck Week® 2024

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mary Aufdemberg, general manager of product strategy and market development for Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), will deliver the Green Truck Summit keynote address on March 5, 2024. Held as part of Work Truck Week® 2024, Green Truck Summit provides insights, solutions and resources in support of the work truck industry's drive toward achieving greater sustainability, productivity and efficiency. John Davis, creator, host and executive producer of MotorWeek, returns as emcee and will moderate two new panel discussions, one with fleet leaders at the forefront of advanced vehicle technology adoption and another with top chassis manufacturers. 

Key Points: 
  • Held as part of Work Truck Week® 2024, Green Truck Summit provides insights, solutions and resources in support of the work truck industry's drive toward achieving greater sustainability, productivity and efficiency.
  • More Than a Trade Show™, Work Truck Week encompasses Green Truck Summit, The Work Truck Show®, NTEA Annual Meeting, Ride & Drive, educational sessions and more.
  • Green Truck Summit is March 5, educational sessions run March 5–7 and Work Truck Show exhibits are open March 6–8.
  • Work Truck Week, North America's largest work truck event, is produced by NTEA – The Work Truck Association™.

New “Auto Blow Your Mind” feature drives MotorWeek full speed ahead into an exhilarating 43rd season

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

It’s one MotorWeek feature that always aims to put waste in its place.

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  • It’s one MotorWeek feature that always aims to put waste in its place.
  • The “Your Drive” quartet of car care experts returns for Season 43 with advice to help viewers make sure their daily drive doesn’t let them down.
  • And MotorWeek welcomes back Giuseppe Iatarola, the 12-year-old gearhead who’s mastered more automotive repair knowledge than most certified mechanics.
  • All MotorWeek content and advice will also be available for the first time on the new MotorWeek app.

Jeep® Grand Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer Earn 2023 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Awards

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Friday, February 10, 2023

Grand Cherokee wins Best Midsize Utility for its on- and off-road capability and extensive model lineup, including plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee 4xe and three-row Grand Cherokee L

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  • Grand Cherokee wins Best Midsize Utility for its on- and off-road capability and extensive model lineup, including plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee 4xe and three-row Grand Cherokee L
    The Jeep® brand is the winner of two 2023 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Awards.
  • The new Jeep Grand Cherokee took top honors as the Best Midsize Utility vehicle and the new Grand Wagoneer won the Best Luxury Utility honors.
  • The all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee is the most technologically advanced and 4x4-capable Jeep Grand Cherokee yet.
  • The Jeep vehicle range consists of the Cherokee, Compass, Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, new three-row Grand Cherokee L, Grand Cherokee 4xe, Renegade and Wrangler and Wrangler 4xe.

KIA EV6 AWARDED MOTORWEEK'S 2023 DRIVERS' CHOICE "BEST OF THE YEAR" AND "BEST EV" AWARDS

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2022 Kia EV6 was named "Best of the Year" in the 41st annual MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Awards.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2022 Kia EV6 was named "Best of the Year" in the 41st annual MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Awards.
  • The EV6 was also awarded "Best EV" alongside three other top electric vehicles.
  • "The EV6 represents an important step toward Kia's transformative 'Plan S' global electrification strategy and its future-forward design, dedicated EV platform, and performance continue to impress."
  • To determine the winners, the MotorWeek team evaluates nearly 150 vehicles based on factors such as price, practicality, performance and fuel efficiency.

Hyundai Palisade Wins 2023 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade was awarded the coveted MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for the Best Large Utility category.

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  • FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade was awarded the coveted MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for the Best Large Utility category.
  • MotorWeek has been awarding Drivers' Choice Awards annually for the last 42 years.
  • "We are honored Palisade has received MotorWeek's 2023 Drivers' Choice Award for the Best Large Utility category," said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor America.
  • MotorWeek's annual Drivers' Choice Awards look at vehicles from a buyer's point of view.