Hybrids
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Stellantis is recalling 43,125 Wrangler plug-in hybrids in the U.S. over a battery issue likely only affecting a few hundred vehicles.
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Ford drops Explorer Hybrid, Lincoln Aviator plug-in hybrid for 2024
Looking for a 2024 Ford Explorer Hybrid? It’s not coming, although it could just be on hiatus and Ford hasn’t written it off for 2025.
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Toyota aims to tap recycled Prius materials for future US EV batteries
In a circular economy approach enabled by JB Straubel's Redwood Materials, Toyota plans to make retired Prius batteries part of the EV future.
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2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid will join EVs in more electrified lineup
The Forester Hybrid is scheduled to arrive about a year after the non-hybrid version, suggesting it might be a 2026 model.
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2025 Toyota Crown Signia hybrid SUV boasts 36 mpg, AWD
The 2025 Toyota Crown Signia is a five-seater that’s hybrid-only, with all-wheel drive across its lineup.
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2025 Toyota Camry goes all-hybrid, with AWD traction on tap
Goodbye, V-6: The entire 2025 Camry lineup adopts hybrid power with a fresh face, updated seating and tech, and all-wheel-drive traction.
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The next-generation Toyota Camry Hybrid will be revealed in November at the LA auto show—and, Toyota suggests, the Hybrid will offer AWD for the first time.
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2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger plug-in hybrid pickup pairs V-6, big EV battery
The Ramcharger joins the ranks of the Chevy Volt and Fisker Karma with its tech emphasizing the fully electric side of a series hybrid. Will it make sense in trucks?
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Mazda Iconic SP hybrid sports car concept electrifies RX-7 heritage
Rotary power could could rev up a new electric sports car with a range of different fuels, Mazda suggests.
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Review: 2024 Lexus TX 550h+ plug-in hybrid is the lone star of TX
The TX 500h hybrid in the middle of the 2024 Lexus TX SUV lineup isn’t the “just right” choice—but the plug-in sure is.
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Review: 2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid AWD is a delightfully capable miser
The Corolla Hybrid is one of few hybrids offering AWD, topping 40 mpg, and costing less than $30,000. And it’s really good.
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2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid: 36-mpg 3-row SUV adds Nightshade look
The Nightshade Edition is available in combination with the LE or XLE trim levels and doesn't appear to disrupt this model's excellent fuel economy of up to 36 mpg.
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Changes for the 2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid include an updated wireless device charger for the SE and XSE models and the new Nightshade Edition.
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2024 Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid PHEV quickens without thirsty V-8
The middle of three Cayenne plug-in hybrid models might be the one to get, as it gains performance but keeps the more efficient V-6.
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Toyota recasts hybrids without charge ports as "hybrid EVs"
The latest stretch for Toyota marketing sees hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and fully electric vehicles all becoming different types of EVs. Which is which?
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Dodge Hornet R/T, Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEVs recalled over fire concern
Until the recall is addressed the automaker advises both of these plug-in hybrids be parked away from structures—so they might not be able to use their 33 electric miles as often.
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2024 Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid makes the list of safest SUVs
A handful of other plug-in hybrids, including the Toyota Prius Prime, Lexus NX 450h, and Volvo XC90 Recharge, also made the Top Safety Pick+ list this year.
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2023 Toyota Prius, Prime plug-in hybrid make IIHS Top Safety Pick+ list
While the IIHS list of top EV, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid safety performers was sparse just a few years ago, it now includes the Rivian R1T, Tesla Model Y, VW ID.4, and more.
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The 2024 Sonata Hybrid will continue with a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine as part of its hybrid system, but it will now feature an adjustable regenerative braking mode aimed at increasing efficiency.
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2021-2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid recalled for unintended acceleration
Brakes are unaffected and owners can continue to drive their cars until recall work is completed, Hyundai says.
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2018-2022 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid recalled due to fire risk
Certain Niro hybrids and Niro plug-in hybrids have been recalled for an increased fire risk arising from the hydraulic clutch actuator.
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2024 Lexus RX 450h+ PHEV: 35 electric miles, 35 mpg, due late 2023
The plug-in hybrid crossover, due late in 2023, employs a version of the the long-established Toyota/Lexus planetary hybrid system that's also used in the Lexus NX PHEV and Toyota RAV4 Prime.
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Toyota Land Cruiser returns as hybrid-only SUV with lower price
The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser has been redesigned with a turbocharged hybrid powertrain, a smaller footprint, and a base price in the $50,000 range.
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Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid costs less to lease than non-hybrid
Federal money is helping drop the lease price of Jeep plug-in hybrids below that of other gasoline versions.
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