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Jeep recalls over 62,000 Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids over engine shutdowns
Jeep has recalled over 62,000 Wrangler 4xe PHEVs over engine shutdowns that can lead to crashes.
Toyota's 2023 Prius Prime plug-in hybrid gets extended range and a solar roof
Toyota's 2023 Prius Prime has a longer EV range, a solar roof that can recharge the battery and more power than previous models.
Consumer Reports finds hybrid cars are more reliable than gas-only models
Consumer Reports says hybrids are more reliable than gas-only cars, but the same isn't always true for EVs.
California formally bans the sale of gas-powered vehicles by 2035
Automakers will only be able to sell zero- and low-emission cars and trucks in the state after that time.
Dodge will reveal a Hornet plug-in hybrid in August
Dodge has unveiled plans to release a plug-in hybrid version of its Hornet compact in August.
Jeep's Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid will arrive in early 2022
Jeep has revealed the Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid, the 4xe, with plans to deliver the electrified SUV in early 2022.
Jeep will debut the 2022 Grand Cherokee 4xe on September 29th
Jeep will debut the long-awaited 2022 Grand Cherokee, including the nameplate’s first-ever 4xe plug-in hybrid model, on September 29th at 9AM ET, the automaker announced on Friday.
President Biden wants half of new vehicles to be zero-emissions by 2030
President Biden is signing an order that aims to make half of all new vehicles sold zero-emissions capable by 2030, including pure EVs and plug-in hybrids.
Aston Martin's Valhalla hybrid supercar hints at its EV future
Aston Martin has introduced the Valhalla, a plug-in hybrid supercar that can reach 62MPH in 2.5 seconds but still make short trips in EV mode.
Toyota's Clean Assist Program matches PHEV charging activity with renewable energy
Toyota's Clean Assist Program enables Prius Prime and RAV4 Prime owners in California to match their charging activity with renewable electricity.
Bentley will sell only plug-in hybrids and EVs by 2026
By 2026, all Bentley cars in the company’s lineup will be a plug—in hybrid or a full electric model.
Porsche's flagship Panamera E-hybrid has 689HP and a bigger battery
If you want to go up to 196 mph while carrying five people in comfort, Porsche’s latest 2021 Panamera E-Hybrid models are here.
Electric cars really do cost less to own than gas-powered vehicles, report says
A Consumer Reports study has found that most electric cars are less expensive to own than gas-powered vehicles thanks to efficiency and low maintenance.
Germany will require electric vehicle charging at every gas station
As part of a 130 billion euro stimulus plan, Germany will require every gas station in the country to install electric vehicle charging stations. According to Germany’s Motor Transit Authority, out of 168,148 cars registered in May, only 3.3 percent were electric.
EVs are a rare bright spot in a pandemic-struck European car market
Despite Europe being hit hardest by declining car sales, battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid cars increased their market share across the EU.
Mercedes unveils plug-in hybrid versions of the CLA and GLA
Mercedes is once more expanding the number of models with plug-in hybrid versions, and it might be particularly good news if you're looking for a less expensive ride. It just introduced PHEV variants of the CLA Coupe (aka sedan, pictured at center), CLA Shooting Brake (right) and GLA crossover SUV (left). All of them mate a 75kW electric motor with a 218HP, four-cylinder gas engine, theoretically giving you zero-emissions driving in the city with the reassurance of combustion if you need it. Not that you'll be leaning on fossil fuels much of the time -- Mercedes estimates 35 miles to 43 miles of electric driving (based on the WLTP test cycle) depending on your car, which should be enough for many commutes.
Maserati may unveil its first hybrid car on April 21st
Maserati may be close to dragging its cars into the electrified era. An Automotive News Europe source says the Fiat Chrysler-owned brand will unveil its first hybrid, a version of the Ghibli sedan (above), at the Beijing Motor Show on April 21st. While there aren't many tidbits at this stage, it's poised to be a plug-in hybrid and thus have the option to run entirely on electric power for short stretches.
Jeep is showing off its first three plug-in hybrids at CES this week
This week, CES attendees can check out Jeep's first three plug-in hybrid models: the Jeep Wrangler 4xe, the Jeep Compass 4xe and the Jeep Renegade 4xe. All three are scheduled to debut in 2020, but they aren't quite ready yet, so Jeep is offering a VR-based test drive. The Jeep 4x4 Adventure VR Experience simulates a ride in the Jeep Wrangler 4xe on Hell's Revenge trail in Moab, Utah, and CES attendees can take it for a spin.
Mitsubishi shows off an oddball hybrid buggy prototype
At this year's Tokyo Motor Show, Mitsubishi is showing off its oddball hybrid buggy prototype, the MI-TECH Concept. It's meant to look like a rugged off roader with no doors or roof, and it's built with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) drivetrain. According to the company, it's "designed to be a dynamic buggy-type vehicle that embodies the very essence of Mitsubishi-ness."
Toyota’s 2021 RAV4 hybrid gets a plug
Thanks to the highly popular Prius, Toyota helped make the hybrid a viable alternative to gas-only vehicles. A few years ago, it added a plug-in version, the Prius Prime to compete with the likes of the Chevy Volt. Now it's adding that option to the number one selling SUV in the United States, the 2021 RAV4.
