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BYD tests PHEV pickup truck in Mexico [Video]

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However, after it was spotted in Mexico undergoing some rigorous-looking tests, news broke that BYD’s upcoming pickup truck will be a plug-in electric vehicle (PHEV). As a PHEV, comparing BYD’s hybrid pickup truck with fully electric cars like the Tesla Cybertruck or Ford F-150 Lighting would be similar to comparing apples to oranges.

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California passes 1M mark for cumulative sales of electric vehicles: BEVs, PHEVs and FCEVs

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of total California auto sales in 2021. 379,125 PHEV (36% ). 63,141 PHEV (25.2%). The total number of light-duty vehicles sold cumulatively in California exceeded 1 million at the end of 2021. California also set a new yearly record with 250,279 electric vehicles sold, representing 12.4% 11,956 FCEV (1.1%).

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EPA proposes stringent new emissions standards for light-, medium-, heavy-duty vehicles for MY 2027 and beyond

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced two new proposed federal emissions standards spanning light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles for model year 2027 and beyond. The light-duty vehicle category includes passenger cars and light trucks consistent with previous EPA criteria pollutant and GHG rules.

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Toyota launches new C-HR with PHEV option

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liter plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) model. Thanks to the introduction of a new geofencing function, the Toyota C-HR PHEV will automatically switch to EV operation when the car enters a low emission zone (LEZ), optimizing battery usage across the entire trip (when using a navigation system and sufficient battery charge is available).

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Geely Auto launches new premium electrified product series – Geely Galaxy

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Chinese automotive giant Geely Auto Group officially launched a new high-end electrified product series, Geely Galaxy at a flagship event in Hangzhou. The first car from the Geely Galaxy range, the Galaxy L7 long-range PHEV SUV was unveiled along with a fully electric concept model, the “Galaxy Light.”

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Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

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The Natural Bridge to an EV Escaping the High Price of Fuel The natural bridge from a gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV compact SUV is a fine example of not only being efficient but also versatile. Rounding out the propulsion options, the 2.5-liter

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EVs Take 30% Share In Germany – Policy Chaos From Traffic Light Coalition

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December saw plugin EVs take 30% share of the German auto market, down YoY from a huge pull-forward in December. continued] The post EVs Take 30% Share In Germany – Policy Chaos From Traffic Light Coalition appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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