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2025 BYD Shark 6 review: Can the first PHEV ute take the workhorse fight to the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux?

EV Central

BYD Shark 6 has a turbo petrol engine and two electric motors. So instead of being limited to about 80km of range – it can be recharged from a home wallbox in about 4.5 The Shark 6 looks set to become the first plug-in hybrid EV (PHEV) ute to hit the market when first deliveries kick off in December.

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How EVs Are Helping Humanity & Saving Lives?

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The main type of battery used is Lithium-ion and when the charge is depleted the batteries can be recharged again. In fuel cell cars we do not have to recharge the battery. Air pollution from cars running on petrol and diesel contributes to early mortality, cancer, bronchitis and asthma.

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Hybrid hype: types, tech, and the road ahead

Baua Electric

There are four types of hybrids available in Inida – mild hybrid, strong hybrid, plug-in-hybrid and electric vehicles with range extender. There are four types of hybrids available in Inida – mild hybrid, strong hybrid, plug-in-hybrid and electric vehicles with range extender. This generally occurs at slower city speeds.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles safer than gas-powered cars?

Drive Electric

With the introduction of the Clean Car Discount in 2022, the skyrocketing prices of petrol and diesel across the country, and the increasing number of EVs available in New Zealand , we are seeing more EVs on our roads than ever before. Petrol and diesel vehicles both use internal combustion engines (ICEs).

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Do plug-in hybrids have a future? The Green Piece

Green Cars News

It’s been an interesting week for followers of plug-in hybrid technology. Those who think they are the natural successor for full hybrids as we continue the movement towards lower emission driving will be thrilled with Volvo’s plans to unveil a plug-in hybrid car by 2012 (see article ). Why is Toyota questioning plug-in technology?

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Volvo To Go All Electric By 2030 – EV Week in Review: Feb 23-Mar 1

EV Adoption

Volvo reveals C40 Recharge “SUV coupe” – Volvo revealed its new C40 Recharge “SUV coupe” which according to the company “has all the benefits of an SUV but with a lower and sleeker design.” – March 1, via Reuters. ” – Volvo Chief Executive Håkan Samuelsson.

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What is the difference between BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs?

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Fully electric vehicles run on rechargeable batteries, which power an electric motor. They have no gas, exhaust, clutch, gears, or spark plugs. The electricity used to drive the vehicle is stored in a large battery, which is charged by plugging the car into a power source, either at home or public charging stations.

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