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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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Auto EV mode allows the computer to decide if the vehicle runs on gasoline or electricity. The Escape PHEV uses regenerative braking, which converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. EV Now mode lets drivers operate on all-electric power. A well-appointed space.

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Road Test: 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD

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When driving, the regenerative system converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. The controls are within easy reach, and are clearly marked on the 12.3-inch

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

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The 4-wheel anti-lock brakes with ventilated discs were part of the regenerative charging system, an energy recovery process taking the usually wasted friction and heat from braking or coasting, and converting kinetic energy into stored energy. The audio system is compatible with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Amazon Alexa.

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

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The four-wheel power-assisted disc anti-lock brakes are part of the regenerative charging system that converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. Access to the cargo area, with tie downs, lights, a first aid kit and under-floor compartments, is through a power lift gate.

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Road Test: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT

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There are also two choices for the regenerative braking that converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. Also part of the infotainment system is SiriusXM, Bluetooth for telephone and streaming music and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Push & pull to go.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", Several aftermarket companies and organizations have converted hundreds of Priuses -- see Where PHEVs Are.)

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Electric Cars and a Smarter Grid - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

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