Laurance Yap

Senior Editor and Contributor
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Laurance Yap spent over 10 years as an automotive journalist before joining Porsche Canada, where he led public relations, product management, and marketing. He led global marketing for RM Sotheby’s auction house before joining Pfaff Automotive Partners in 2015, where he has worked in numerous marketing, corporate, and store-facing roles. Laurance is part of the Lithia and Driveway digital content team, and spends a significant portion of his time developing and writing content for GreenCars.

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Laurance Yap

Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 side-by-side driving on road
Comparisons
6
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs. Kia EV6

If you are shopping for an electric vehicle, we think the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Kia EV6 are among the best on the market. But which one should you buy? The two brands have crated a pair of vehicles that share a lot, but also are different in key areas that appeal to different drivers.
BMW iX M60
Previews
6
min read

BMW iX M60 Preview

The BMW iX SUV is like no BMW ever made. And the iX M60, the high-performance version, is like no BMW M vehicle ever. It combines huge horsepower and innovative technology with a polarizing design.
electric vehicle on road saving you money
Ownership
3
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How Much Cheaper is it to Drive Electric?

For their recent report, called “The True Cost,” Clean Energy Canada analyzed a number of popular electric vehicle models, comparing their total ownership costs with that of their closest gasoline equivalents. Without exception, they discovered that driving electric was financially rewarding.
Customer speaking to a service rep about his EV
Ownership
3
min read

How Much Does It Cost to Maintain an EV?

Electric cars are mechanically much more simple than gasoline cars, with fewer moving parts. But they are still cars – with wheels, tires, brakes, suspensions, windows, heating and cooling systems, and, of course, ever more complex electronics. We discuss maintenance costs in this article.
two people cleaning up the beach
Research
3
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Protecting Our Oceans

The degradation of our oceans, known as marine pollution, stems from a combination of human caused dispersal of trash and chemicals that are washed out to sea in massive amounts. Over five million metric tons of plastic enters the oceans each year. What can you do to help?
Volkswagen's ID.Buzz
Previews
6
min read

The Buzz Around Volkswagen's ID.Buzz

Volkswagen has announced the return of the iconic microbus, this time in all-electric form. The adorable new people-carrier is called the ID. Buzz, and it's coming to America in 2024. Here is a preview of what you can expect.
Mercedes-Benz EQS parked in dark room with gray floor
Comparisons
5
min read

Electric Or Gas? Mercedes-Benz EQS vs. S-Class Hybrid

Mercedes-Benz has launched two new models: the S-Class, powered by gasoline, and the all-electric EQS. One continues the heritage of over 50 years of Mercedes’ technology and luxury leaders; the other represents a new beginning for the company. Which one is best to drive and own?
2023 Nissan Ariya

Best Build: Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya is raising a lot of eyebrows. The new electric SUV has launched with the highest-range 87-kWh battery at the start, ensuring a great customer experience for those who are switching from gasoline.
The All-New Nissan Ariya
Previews
4
min read

The All-New Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya is a mainstream electric crossover targeted right at the heart of the market, with pricing (before incentives) starting in the high forties and with a physical footprint similar to the successful Rogue. On paper, it's a very appealing package. Read about it here.

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