Hybrids
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The Crown offers a slightly higher ride height, two hybrid systems, and some SUV cues to veer away from the full-size Avalon it replaces.
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2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid goes sporty, angles for half of sales
Honda has rearranged its two-mode hybrid system and boosted the motor torque. Will it gain mpg?
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Backseat fires prompt recall replay for Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid
Owners of Ioniq Hybrid and PHEV models that have already been fixed for a previous recall will need to plan for some more time at the dealership.
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Study: Demand for hybrids and EVs is soaring in rural America
Looking at used-vehicle market share, demand for hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and battery electric models is growing faster in areas outside coastal urban and suburban population centers.
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Toyota EVs and plug-in hybrids: Full $7,500 EV tax credit will phase out October 1
The Toyota BZ4X EV, Toyota RAV4 Prime, and Lexus NX 450h+ are among those eligible for the full credit amount today.
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Redwood Materials will help Toyota reuse and recycle hybrid batteries
J.B. Straubel's Redwood will help reuse and recycle batteries from hybrid cars, helping Toyota to further reduce its environmental footprint.
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Honda is the fuel economy leader, and yet the latest American HR-V is near the back of the pack in mpg. This home run in so many ways would be much better off as a hybrid.
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EV and hybrid drivers are less stressed, survey finds
Nearly two out of five respondents to an automaker survey reported that their EV or hybrid made them feel less stress than the gas or diesel model before it.
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High-mpg Hyundai Ioniq plug-in and hybrid versions are going away, as Ioniq goes all-EV
The Ioniq 5, 6, and 7 will carry on the name of the hybrid efficiency leader, while the Kona Electric is likely to remain the EV price leader from Hyundai.
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Review: 2022 Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring plug-in hybrid plays to gas prices, not the future of luxury
This plug-in hybrid Lincoln outperformed its EPA numbers of 33 mpg and 28 electric miles, but the experience isn’t so electric.
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Toyota's Powerwall alternative is designed to work with solar, plug-in hybrids
The system is intended for home use and can harness emergency backup power from hybrids, PHEVs, or EVs and help manage solar.
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2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid revealed: 37-mpg crossover will be American-made
The Corolla Cross Hybrid will bring quicker acceleration and better gas mileage to this affordable model's lineup. Toyota has bolstered tech features for 2023, too.
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With Lexus' Direct4 motor system and a PHEV on the way, the 2023 RX will have no shortage of advanced hybrid tech.
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Review: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid feels at home with its range
With a charge time of less than two hours and 33 miles of electric range—then 35 mpg—the Tucson PHEV offers an attractive set of numbers.
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Review: 2022 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid lacks Lightning allure
The plug-in hybrid crossover might not add up for four-season commuters—but it also lacks the design- and tech-savvy of Ford's other recent plug-in models.
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Entire US Volvo lineup for 2023 is mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or EV
Volvo sees it as a step toward offering only pure electric vehicles by 2030 and being carbon-neutral by 2040.
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Test drive review: 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid makes the most sense
The first Sportage hybrid proves to be the best Sportage, and is a better value than compact crossover rivals.
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GM confirms future electric Corvette; hybrid Corvette due as soon as 2023
The long-rumored fully electric Corvette is being developed, GM president Mark Reuss confirmed on Monday.
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The Grand Cherokee 4xe has nearly the same specs as the Wrangler 4xe—although it’s not perfect for towing or off-roading.
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Hyundai plans to build Santa Fe Hybrid, fully electric Genesis GV70 in Alabama
Both vehicles will be built near Montgomery, Alabama, at a plant that currently builds gasoline versions of the Santa Fe, among others.
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Analysis: Prices on used hybrids and EVs are up more than a third vs. a year ago
Average hybrid prices increased 40.5%, while average EV prices increased 35.1%, with the Nissan Leaf seeing the greatest hike.
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Honda will drop Insight hybrid sedan to make room for Civic Hybrid
Honda is changing strategy to focus on hybrid versions of its core models, which it expects to make up 50% of the sales mix for each model.
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Kia reveals redesigned 2023 Niro EV, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid
The family of electrified hatchbacks returns with more mpg, miles of range, and features.
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Plug-in hybrid sales surprise: Jeep Wrangler 4xe outsells RAV4 Prime
The plug-in hybrid Jeep is outselling the Toyota RAV4 Prime by a significant margin—surprising given Toyota's reputation to go big on hybrids.
Stephen Edelstein