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Nissan X-Trail e-Power review: Is it better than a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid?

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Mitsubishi does plug-in hybrids (like in the Outlander ), Toyota does conventional hybrids (like the RAV4 ), and Nissan does e-Power. This is our Nissan X-Trail e-Power review. The post Nissan X-Trail e-Power review: Is it better than a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid? This is Nissan’s take on an electrified, but not full EV, future.

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Prototype electric New Flyer transit bus powered by 120 kWh MHI MLiX Li-ion pack in operational testing in Manitoba, Canada

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An all-electric, battery-powered prototype demonstration bus under joint development by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. The 40-foot “E-Bus” is based on New Flyer’s 40-foot Xcelsior heavy-duty transit bus and is powered by a 120 kWh lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack developed by MHI. Earlier post.) cells (185 Wh-class).

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UK Govt identifies first 9 electric drive vehicles eligible for grants of up to 5K

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The first nine electric drive cars to become eligible for the Plug-in Car Grant of up to £5,000 (US$7,900) in the UK are: Mitsubishi iMiEV; smart fortwo electric drive; Peugeot iON; Citroen CZero; Nissan Leaf; Tata Vista EV; Toyota Prius Plug-in; Vauxhall Ampera and Chevrolet Volt. More will follow next year.

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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV long term update: Camping is depraved and should be banned

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Fortunately, finally, my long-term Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV looked set to make at least one of these things possible as my family, or at least my wife, dragged me off to Bundeena, at the very leafiest edge of Sydney, abutting the beautiful Royal National Park. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV does a fry up But back to the camping.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV

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Look for a full Road Test review soon on Clean Fleet Report. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews, including our Prius Prime review that will include detailed reporting on its performance, handling, ride and real world driving range.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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For increased recharging, there is an “L” button on the gear selector wheel. But for shoppers seeking a plug-in hybrid compact crossover there are a growing number of options, including the Toyota RAV4 Prime , Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, Hyundai Tucson PHEV, Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. Flash Drive: 2019 Jeep Cherokee.

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UK Government Announces £5,000 Grants Towards Purchase of Electric Drive Vehicles and First Plugged-in Places

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Once it has been in place for 12 months, there will be a review to assess whether any changes need to be made. Any changes to the scheme as a result of this review would be implemented from April 2012. Total funding of £230 million (US$351 million) is available throughout the scheme. Qualifying criteria for the Plug-in Car Grant.

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