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2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid debuts at Los Angeles Auto Show

Green Car Congress

After recently debuting the all-new fifth generation Sportage, Kia has unveiled an electrified version of the brand’s longest running nameplate at the Los Angeles Auto Show (LAAS). The 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid (HEV) is the third model in an ongoing cadence of eco-minded offerings guided by Kia’s global EV strategy, ‘Plan S.’.

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Li Auto launches Li L6 premium plug-in hybrid SUV

Electric Cars Report

Chinese new energy vehicle maker Li Auto launched Li L6, a five-seat premium family plug-in hybrid SUV. Li L6 offers spacious interior and excellent configurations, with […] The post Li Auto launches Li L6 premium plug-in hybrid SUV appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Toyota boosts 2023 Corolla Hybrid; starting MSRP $1,250 lower than 2022 Corolla Hybrid

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The Toyota Corolla Hybrid enters the 2023 model year as a thoroughly upgraded model. The 2023 Corolla Hybrid now offers a choice of five model grades versus just one before. The 2023 Corolla Hybrid LE grade gets a $1,250 price reduction (starting from $22,800, down from $24,050). As before, the system pairs a 1.8-liter

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Auto greenwash: Hybrid vehicles may not be the green machines car makers claim

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Hybrid electric vehicles might not be the green machines that car makers tell consumers, with research finding major car brands are making potentially misleading claims. The post Auto greenwash: Hybrid vehicles may not be the green machines car makers claim appeared first on The Driven.

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Are Hybrids More Reliable Than ICE Vehicles?

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Photo credit: otomobil / Shutterstock.com The popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) is on the rise, yet they face challenges regarding reliability. Consumer Reports' 2023 Annual Auto Reliability Survey reveals that, on average, new EVs present 79 percent more problems than internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.

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Constellium supplying aluminum auto body sheet for the Maserati Grecale SUV

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Constellium SE is supplying aluminum auto body sheet for the all-new Maserati Grecale SUV. Constellium is the primary supplier of auto body sheet solutions for the closures of the Maserati Grecale, including the hood, liftgate, and doors. Maserati unveiled the Grecale in March 2022. Maserati Grecale Folgore battery-electric SUV.

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BYD to unveil electrified pickup truck at Beijing Auto Show

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BYD is expected to unveil its electrified pickup truck at the Beijing Auto Show on April 25. Given that the automaker’s other electric vehicles (EVs) are called the Seal and Dolphin, BYD’s pickup truck definitely follows the sea animal theme. As such, Shark is a hybrid vehicle but falls under the new energy vehicle category.

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