Plug-In Hybrids
Commentary: Plug-in hybrids shouldn't just be California compliance cars
With 17 miles of all-electric range, all-wheel drive, and a rugged-hatchback body style, the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid could be the perfect entry point for a lot of buyers who'd like to get started driving on electric power. Electric-car advocates, who've already moved on to one of several... read more
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE plug-in hybrid to have 60 miles of electric range?
Mercedes's new line of more capable plug-in hybrids will start with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE plug-in hybrid that the company says has more electric driving range than... read more October 15, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
Mercedes-Benz plans to expand lineup of more capable plug-in hybrids
Mercedes-Benz announced plans Wednesday improve the range and capability of its plug-in hybrids and to bring the flexible powertrain to more models. It also introduced a new... read more October 11, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
FCA announces production Jeep Renegade plug-in hybrid in Italy
Jeep said Monday that it laid the groundwork to begin production of a plug-in hybrid version of its small Renegade at the factory in southern Italy where it's produced... read more October 9, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
One size won't fit all for future Kia EVs
For an automaker that’s pitching itself toward the fun side of the Hyundai Motor Group, the tone for the automaker’s sizable electric push soon sounds altogether... read more October 5, 2018 by Aaron Cole
Charging cord for 2019 Volvo XC60 T8 plug-in hybrid may start fire, will be recalled
A certain charging cord included in a small number of 2019 Volvo XC60 crossover SUVs may overheat and shock owners, or start a fire, the automaker said this month. Volvo... read more September 25, 2018 by Aaron Cole
Best deals on hybrid, electric, fuel-efficient cars for September 2018
This month's best deals list includes a newcomer among plug-in hybrids. That could be a great thing for buyers who want the best deal along with the latest technologies. Our... read more September 14, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
Chevy recalls some Bolt EVs, Volts over supplier brake issues
Chevrolet this week recalled three to four months worth of production Bolt EVs and Volt plug-in hybrids over a potential brake issue that could increase stopping distances of... read more September 12, 2018 by Aaron Cole
BMW drops diesels in favor of plug-in hybrids
UPDATE: BMW has clarified its statement to Green Car Reports in an email. "The final decision as to whether or not the BMW X5 diesel variant will come to the U.S. market has... read more September 11, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e plug-in hybrid will have more range, 6 cylinders
On Friday, BMW revealed the next-generation X5 plug-in hybrid, with significantly more electric range and a 6-cylinder engine replacing the 4-cylinder in the current X5... read more September 7, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
2019 Chevy Volt gets higher prices with more equipment
In June, we heard that the 2019 Chevrolet Volt will come with a faster charger and more luxury features. Now, CarsDirect has learned how much those features will add to the... read more August 27, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
Ford recalls Focus Electric, Fusion Energi, and C-Max Energi charge cords
Ford announced a recall on Wednesday of the 120-volt charge cords supplied with nearly all of the plug-in hybrid and electric cars it built through 2015. The cars affected... read more August 22, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
Best deals on hybrid, plug-in and electric cars for August 2018
This month, green-car buyers can find some screaming deals. These aren't just local programs or restricted to California buyers, either. As always, our list of deals comes... read more August 16, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
2019 Land Rover releases pricing for Range Rover P400e plug-in hybrid
By 2024, Land Rover will have a whole new lineup of hybrid and electric luxury SUVs. As we learned yesterday, that lineup will include plug-in hybrid and electric versions of... read more August 9, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
The 7 best plug-in cars for students going back to school
Today's environmentally conscious students are thinking more about the environment in the choices they make. They still need to get around, but they may be less likely to... read more August 7, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
The first Volt from GM was also a plug-in hybrid, but it was built in 1980
Chevrolet's Volt wasn't the original, or even the first Volt from GM. Electric Auto Corporation receives that distinction for their car built in 1980, at the height of... read more August 5, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
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