Hybrids
2020 Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid arrives in Europe
Audi released the 2020 Q5 55 TFSI e quattro—the first of its new range of plug-in hybrids—in Europe on Tuesday, with some impressive specs. The company says the crossover will have 25.9 miles (40 kilometers) of electric range on Europe's new WLTP driving cycle from its 14.1... read more
2020 Toyota Prius Prime gains seating for 5, Apple CarPlay, revamped lineup
The 2020 Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid gains some important functionality, even though some of the key specifications for range and efficiency haven't changed. The most... read more May 3, 2019 by Eric C. Evarts
2020 BMW 7-Series plug-in hybrid rated just 16 electric miles
Although the gigantic new twin-kidney grille might be the most eye-catching addition to BMW’s flagship luxury 7-Series sedan, the model in the lineup that’s gone... read more May 2, 2019 by Bengt Halvorson
How the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 3-row crossover gets compact-car economy
When the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid goes on sale next year, its EPA fuel-economy estimates may match most versions of the Corolla compact sedan. And it has room for eight... read more April 29, 2019 by Andrew Ganz
Ford electric vehicles and hybrids: Here are some of the many models arriving soon
With last week’s announcement of a strategic partnership with electric truckmaker hopeful Rivian, cemented by a pending $500 million equity investment, Ford Motor... read more April 28, 2019 by Bengt Halvorson
Bentley not sold on electric, planning plug-in hybrids for full lineup
The ultra-luxury carmaker Bentley is at work on a new model strategy, and fully electric vehicles might not play as much of a part in it as the company had previously hinted... read more April 26, 2019 by Bengt Halvorson
2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid arrives, promises 34 mpg combined
Facing its first three-row hybrid rival, the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid that bowed Thursday at the 2019 New York auto show boasting one big number: 34 mpg combined... read more April 16, 2019 by Andrew Ganz
Best deals on electric, plug-in, and hybrid cars for April 2019
Just because tax credits are winding down on some of the most popular plug-in cars doesn't mean there are no deals to be found. Green Car Reports' carbuying partners at... read more April 12, 2019 by Eric C. Evarts
Karma Revero gets more power, BMW 3-cylinder
The Karma Revero is getting a long-needed update later this year, and the company has just revealed a few details. You'll recall that the Revero is the continuation of the... read more April 8, 2019 by Eric C. Evarts
VW ID Roomzz, Toyota hybrid patents, more grid storage from hydro: Today's Car News
Toyota plans to open its hybrid patents through 2030. Volkswagen introduces the ID Roomzz for the Shanghai auto show. Pumped hydro could deliver more energy storage than... read more April 3, 2019 by Eric C. Evarts
Toyota shores up against electric-car threat, by sharing hybrid tech
As some of the industry appears to be leapfrogging directly past hybrid vehicles, in favor of battery electrics—GM with its canceled Volt, for example—Toyota is... read more April 3, 2019 by Bengt Halvorson
2020 Ford Escape revealed: Hybrid returns teasing nearly 40 mpg, plug-in hybrid version with 30 electric miles
The Ford Escape was the first Ford hybrid and the first hybrid SUV to hit the market. That was 15 years ago, and Ford has been sitting out seven model years with no Escape... read more April 2, 2019 by Bengt Halvorson
Obama, buy that Volt!
Our current President, Donald Trump, has made it abundantly clear where he stands on electric cars. It’s quite a contrast to our former President, Barack Obama, whose... read more March 31, 2019 by Bengt Halvorson
Chevy Bolt EV deals, Ram eTorque, in-wheel motors, wind and solar costs: Today's Car News
Ram's new eTorque does more than most mild-hybrid start/stop systems. Chevrolet is making no big sales push at the end of the quarter, despite the expiration of full tax... read more March 29, 2019 by Eric C. Evarts
Hybrid or not, 2019 Ram 1500 eTorque does some smart things with 48V tech
As more mainstream vehicles, like the 2019 Ram 1500 lineup, get increasing levels of electrification, but stop short of becoming fully electric or even full-fledged hybrids... read more March 29, 2019 by Bengt Halvorson
Motor supplier sees mass-produced in-wheel motors around 2023
In-wheel motors have been the future for electric cars—including fuel-cell cars and series hybrids—for decades. Their benefits include simpler packaging and more... read more March 29, 2019 by Bengt Halvorson
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