Plug-In Hybrids
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Karma has a new coupe, but it's over a year away from production.
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Jeep or Ram might use EV drive motor to power integrated winchStellantis, the parent of Jeep and Ram among other brands, is considering running this off-road essential in hybrids and EVs with the vehicle drive motor.
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Scout Harvester PHEV tows 50% less than EV, different battery chemistryScout plans to use less-energy-dense LFP cells plus a non-turbo-4 range-extender in the Harvester—versus NMC cells in fully electric models.
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Ram CEO: REV electric truck pushed to "late 2026"Stellantis's Ram brand hits the brakes on its first electric pickup truck, but a series-hybrid Ramcharger remains on track for 2025.
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Study: EV dependability has improved, but PHEVs are problematicVehicles that plug in continue to be more trouble-prone, and that especially applies to plug-in hybrids, according to the latest J.D. Power study assessing three years of ownership.
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Scout extended-range PHEV tech, platform could be scaled to other vehiclesScout Motors’ EVs may be at the fringes of the VW Group, but will be its MVP for bringing new tech into the fold.
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The plug-in hybrid version of the luxury sedan carries over with a $450 price increase.
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Jeep, Ford, Audi plug-in hybrid recalls: Battery replacement the next step?Battery supplier Samsung SDI has issued its own recall documents for more than 180,000 EVs, leading to uncertainty whether a series of manufacturer recalls resolve a potential manufacturing defect.
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Karma claims these EVs and PHEVs are coming in 2025 and 2026Karma has a distinctive design, more electric range than other PHEVs, and a platform partnership with Intel. Now it needs to build and sell more cars.
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Ford developing big plug-in hybrid pickups, SUVsThe plug-in series hybrid heavy-duty trucks might go 700 miles with a full tank and a full charge.
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Nissan e-Trail trademark points to adventure EVCould Nissan be developing an off-roading EV? A patent filing suggests so.
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Kia Niro EV, PHEV, and Hybrid recalled due to airbag issuesVersions of the 2023-2025 small hatchback with manual-adjusted front seats have a wiring fault.
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Driving in the dark? Your Sorento may be in line for an official recall.
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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE PHEV continues with 50 miles of electric rangeSecond-year plug-in hybrid returns unchanged, still without the Coupe model.
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Audi confirms numerous PHEVs coming in 2025Audi's preparing to deliver on its promise of pivoting to PHEVs in the new year.
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Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair PHEV recalled because they could short-circuitSome owners of electrified Ford Escapes and Lincoln Corsairs will need to take their vehicles to the dealership.
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2025 Lexus TX continues with hybrid and plug-in hybrid optionsThe Lexus TX continues on into 2025 with minimal changes, both a hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain option, and standard all-wheel drive.
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Report: Quirky Toyota Previa minivan returning as PHEV, with EV variantToyota might be working on an electric minivan and if true to history it would feature a daring design.
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Owners of the 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid will need to visit a dealership to have a cover added around the fuel line.
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Audi Q5 and A7 PHEV recalled due to fire concernsPlug-in hybrid Audi owners are going to need to make a trip to the dealership in 2025.
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Green Car Reports Best Car To Buy: Past winnersThe thread connecting all our picks from all 13 years: Every single one was either a plug-in vehicle or offered a plug-in version.
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Review: 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 Hybrid blends luxury into sporty PHEVThe plug-in hybrid variant of Mercedes’ midsize luxury car promises meaningful electric range.
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Hyundai recalls over 226K vehicles due to damaged circuit boardsSome electrified models of the Hyundai lineup are part of a large recall.
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Genesis SUVs going hybrid first, extended-range PHEVs on the wayGenesis has multiple hybrids and plug-ins that could help bridge the path to EVs—and they'll be distinct from Hyundai.
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