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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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The Niro isn’t plugged in to recharge the battery but does have a very efficient regenerative charging system that converts kinetic energy into electric energy, when applying the brakes or coasting, and stores it in the battery. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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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. The Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle is available, but it’s only sold in select areas of California. Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. inches of cargo space.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

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Regenerative braking uses the electric motor to convert kinetic energy into electric energy when applying the brakes or coasting and stores it in the battery. Kia has a clever design to go between the dual-zone climate controls and infotainment controls. Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. New Design: Out and In.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

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Take the Hyundai Tucson compact crossover, replace the rear section with a truck bed, and voilà…the Hyundai Santa Cruz is born! The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz is pleasant to drive, much like its Hyundai Tucson sibling. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro SX Touring Plug-in Hybrid

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Plugging in for short trips means all-electric driving Charging is also through regenerative braking that converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. The boxy design allows for storing larger items. cubic-feet. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

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Road Test: 2024 Toyota Mirai Limited FCEV

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The need for more stations is necessary if this fuel is to ever gain consumer acceptance for their everyday vehicles. An alternative fuel Lexus with a Toyota badge For now, Californians have the opportunity to own a very nice electric car powered by compressed hydrogen gas.

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