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Road Test: 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV

Clean Fleet Report

The company plans to do it with a mixture of all-electric vehicles, like the new XC40 Recharge, and plug-in hybrid versions of its SUVs and sedans. The XC90 Recharge is an example of the second group. I averaged 25 mpg over 364 miles of mostly freeway driving. The XC90 Recharge T8 has several drive modes to choose from.

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Peugeot Launches New Marque Plan with Downsizing, Hybrids and Plug-ins for Two-, Three- and Four-Wheeled Vehicles; Unveils SR1 Hybrid Concept

Green Car Congress

Included in its product strategy are: Cleaner engines. Offering good response when starting off, excellent acceleration and a top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph), it is designed for the urban and suburban traffic of Europe’s large cities. 100 km (62 mpg US) and 99g of CO 2 /km. L/100 km (118 mpg US). 100% Electric vehicles.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

Clean Fleet Report

For increased recharging, there is an “L” button on the gear selector wheel. If you want extra oomph select the Sport mode where we were able to get 0-60 mph times of 8.3 For a cleaner look, the rear wiper could be tucked under the spoiler to increase rearward vision for the driver. 244 total miles, with 144 all-electric miles.

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Will CARB’s New Rules Damage EV Startups?

Revenge of the Electric Car

The battery can be recharged by plugging the car into any electrical socket and allows the Prius to run entirely on electricity for speeds up to 34 miles per hour. But the new rules could make it virtually impossible for current Prius owners to transform their cars into super-efficient vehicles that get up to 150 mpg.

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

With a top speed of only 65 MPH and a 100 mile range, the Think Global will remain a niche City Car for conspicuous green consumers who aren’t concerned about safety. Several global indicators on the supply of oil and the known carbon pollution environmental damages its caused all lead us to find cleaner ways of transportation.