Plug-In Hybrids
So nice, why not twice? Two hybrids planned for next-generation Porsche 911
Taking a page from its successful Cayenne and Panamera E-Hybrids, which have seen the biggest sales jumps of any plug-in cars in recent monthly sales reports, Porsche is planning to build two new hybrid versions of its defining 911 sports car. The 911 is being redesigned for 2019, code named 992... read more
2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid: the subtly earthy type
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid doesn't boast about its plug-in hybrid, eco-friendly credentials. Instead of a big charge port conspicuously placed on one front fender, the... read more May 1, 2018 by Andrew Ganz
2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid: weekend drive review
For several years, the Chevrolet Volt was the sole plug-in hybrid with electric range notably above 20 miles—though it became clear Chevy never figured out how to... read more April 13, 2018 by John Voelcker
Buick to launch new electric, plug-in hybrid models in China; what about US?
For 15 years now, Buick has been a far more important brand in China than it is in North America: four out of five Buicks sold globally are purchased by Chinese buyers. The... read more April 11, 2018 by John Voelcker
Which Honda Clarity would you buy: electric, plug-in hybrid, or fuel cell? Take our Twitter poll
Honda has adopted an unusual strategy with its Clarity, creating a whole new model for its green car, separate from its mainstream midsized sedan, the Accord. While the... read more April 10, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
Plug-in electric car sales for March: Prius Prime romps, monthly data an endangered species? (update)
The monthly report on sales of plug-in electric cars may well have come to a close this month. General Motors, makers of the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Volt, said it will only... read more April 3, 2018 by John Voelcker
Beverly Hills bans plug-in hybrids from public charging stations
Well, that's ... interesting. The city of Beverly Hills, California, has issued new regulations for parking and electric-car charging. As of Monday, April 2, only... read more March 29, 2018 by John Voelcker
2019 Lincoln Aviator crossover to include plug-in hybrid version
Ford's premium brand, Lincoln, has started to take on a new confidence, with far more luxurious vehicles and high-end trim levels and vehicles that are more than just... read more March 27, 2018 by John Voelcker
2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport concept shows plug-in hybrid possible in future
In Europe these days, it's all but de rigeur to fit auto-show concept vehicles with plug-in hybrid powertrains. Most of the Volkswagen SUV concepts that previewed what is now... read more March 27, 2018 by John Voelcker
Via Motors to collaborate with Chinese maker Geely on electric trucks
Electric trucks are getting more attention now than they did eight years ago, as the world prepared for the launch of the first modern electric cars to be sold in volume. The... read more March 22, 2018 by John Voelcker
Mitsubishi helps Costa Rica toward goal of Latin American electric-car pioneer
Costa Rica isn't what you'd call a bastion of automotive sales. Wedged between Nicaragua and Panama, the country is home to 4.8 million people who buy just 154,000 vehicles... read more March 21, 2018 by John Voelcker
Plug-in electric car sales in Feb better than Jan lows, winter doldrums not so bad (final update)
Sales of plug-in electric cars tend to be lower during the winter months, unlike the rest of the market, and February was little exception to that rule, though not as bad as... read more March 21, 2018 by John Voelcker
2019 Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid gets 25 miles from revised battery
Ford was the first U.S. carmaker to sell a hybrid-electric vehicle, as well as the second to offer a plug-in hybrid. But since 2013, the carmaker hasn't released a single new... read more March 20, 2018 by John Voelcker
Ford's future hybrid, electric-car lineup: 5 things to know
The "Ford Uncovered Future Product Forum" held Thursday for journalists was a break in recent tradition for Detroit's second-largest automaker. The abrupt firing of CEO Mark... read more March 16, 2018 by John Voelcker
Ford to electrify most SUVs, promises to pass Toyota in hybrids
Ford hasn’t given up on hybrids and electric cars, despite letting its existing models languish since 2013. That was the message conveyed by various executives at an... read more March 15, 2018 by Internet Brands
Will 2021 Ford Escape bring back hybrid model (or plug-in hybrid)?
Tomorrow, Ford is hosting journalists at an unusual event called "Ford Uncovered," at which it may discuss some of its future products for 2020 and beyond. Key among the... read more March 14, 2018 by John Voelcker
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