Lynk & Co. launches in Europe with hybrids and PHEVs: Not just a car, a club
Green Car Reports
OCTOBER 1, 2020
ask: “Is it a car, a club, or a community? European marketing taglines for Geely’s Lynk & Co. ” Since its 2016 announcement, Lynk & Co.—if
Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV
Clean Fleet Report
DECEMBER 11, 2023
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. Two gasoline engines—a 1.5-liter When the 14.4
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Sierra Club Survey Says 30% Of US Dealers REFUSE To Sell Electric Cars
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 11, 2023
30% of US car dealers tell the Sierra Club they refuse to sell electric cars. Pretty soon they won't have to because they will be out of business.
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Road Test: 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD PHEV
Clean Fleet Report
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Be careful listening to self-anointed experts that owning a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is not a wise choice or viable option when buying a new car. Those truly in the know have real world knowledge of why a PHEV is the perfect bridge between a gasoline-powered car and one propelled by only electricity.
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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD
Clean Fleet Report
APRIL 5, 2022
The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter Note: The Escape PHEV is rated by the EPA to have 37 miles of all-electric driving range. The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a 2.5-liter liter 4-cylinder while the non-hybrid models have either the gasoline 1.5-liter
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Zipcar Launches Car Sharing Club with Hybrids, PHEV and EV in London
Green Car Congress
JULY 7, 2009
Car-sharing operator Zipcar and the Westminster City Council in London have launched a new car sharing club fleet that will initially include 20 hybrid vehicles and will offer members access to the country’s first all-electric car club vehicle, a Citroen c1.
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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid
Clean Fleet Report
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
But with the 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) we obliterated the “official” number in our real world driving. The Niro PHEV is powered by a 1.6-liter The Niro PHEV is powered by a 1.6-liter The hybrid system’s 8.9-kilowatt-hour You had me at 46 MPG. Wonderfully Efficient. Adding electric miles.
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New Range Rover Evoque offers Land Rover’s first 48V MHEV system
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 23, 2018
The new Evoque offers a choice of three- and four-cylinder Ingenium gasoline and diesel engines, a 48-volt mild-hybrid system (MHEV) and a 3-cylinder plug-in hybrid system (PHEV). This is where the 48-volt mild-hybrid system is used to reduce CO 2 emissions to as lows as 149g/km and fuel economy from 42 mpg US (5.6l/100km)
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Road Test: 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV
Clean Fleet Report
MAY 1, 2021
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 Plug-in Hybrid Option. A plug-in hybrid vehicle is especially good for local electric motoring with the freedom to burn gas on a longer trip. Road Test: 2020 Kia Niro PHEV.
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Volkswagen Group receives 2015 KS Energy and Environment Prize for the Golf GTE and Audi A3 e-tron PHEVs
Green Car Congress
JUNE 27, 2015
The German automobile club Kraftfahrer Schutz e.V. (KS) KS) awarded the 2015 Energy and Environment Prize to the Volkswagen Group for the plug-in hybrids Golf GTE ( earlier post ) and Audi A3 e-tron ( earlier post). which was founded in 1935, is one of the larger German automobile clubs with around 520,000 members.
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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid
Clean Fleet Report
OCTOBER 11, 2022
The second generation 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid continues what Kia started in 2017 when the Niro Hybrid debuted. We liked it then and like the all-new Niro hybrid even more. The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid is the class leader in fuel economy. All-New Updated Styling+Higher MPG and Longer Range. Efficient with Low Emissions.
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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid
Clean Fleet Report
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Hybrid Options. The all-wheel drive 2023 Crown comes with two hybrid engine choices. The base, in the XLE and Unlimited trims, is simply called Hybrid. The more powerful Hybrid Max, only available in the Platinum model, is a turbocharged 2.4-liter seconds while the Hybrid comes in at 7.6 A country cruiser.
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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Limited AWD
Clean Fleet Report
OCTOBER 29, 2021
High Marks for Hyundai’s First Hybrid SUV. Hyundai’s first-ever hybrid SUV, the all-new 2022 Tucson Hybrid, delivers great fuel economy and seats five while hauling all their stuff, too. Whatever it is, during our week driving the Tucson Hybrid through Southern California, it drew plenty of attention and comments.
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Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid
Clean Fleet Report
JUNE 16, 2021
Oh, and could you get used to 32 miles of all-electric driving and 30+ mph when in hybrid mode? The newly styled 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is ready for your test drive. When Clean Fleet Report first reviewed the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid in 2017, it was the only electrified minivan on the market. Ready to ride. How It Works.
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Gordon Murray T.27 EV overall winner of 2nd annual Brighton to London RAC Future Car Challenge
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
Overall winner of the second annual Brighton to London RAC (Royal Automotive Club) Future Car Challenge on 5 November was former Formula 1 designer Gordon Murray and his T.27 It’s a fantastic showcase for technology and The Royal Automobile Club should be proud of the event. 27 electric vehicle. Earlier post.).
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PSU, Partners to Evaluate Toyota Prius PHEV
Green Car Congress
APRIL 14, 2010
Portland State University (PSU) and its Oregon partners, including Portland General Electric, have been selected by Toyota as one of six groups nationally to demonstrate and evaluate the next-generation Prius Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHV).
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Road Test: 2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid F Sport
Clean Fleet Report
FEBRUARY 26, 2022
Top-Selling Lexus Hybrid Sedan Adds Sporty Styling. Lexus adds a sporty touch to its hybrid hero. But on two separate occasions we got a true sense of the plug-in hybrid system’s efficiency. Not your mother’s hybrid shoes. Why we were so happy is revealed in detail below. Super-efficient Cruising.
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Plug-in Hybrid Study: Electricity Better
Plugs and Cars
JULY 19, 2007
You can dig around the websites of NRDC, UCS and the Sierra Club and come to understand that an electric path would be best for all of us, but their advocacy has not reflected the science. The EPRI/NRDC study is an exceedingly detailed assessment using modeling analyses of various scenarios to determine the impact of plug-in hybrids.
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100 Hertz on Demand and IBM partner on smart charging pilot
Green Car Congress
MAY 15, 2012
Hertz On Demand, the global car sharing club, and IBM are piloting a smart charging program in Germany. Hertz is the first car-rental company to deploy EVs and PHEVs (plug-in hybrid electric) on three continents—in the U.S. miles) away. available to the public in New York, Washington, D.C.
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First Timer: 2021 Toyota Prius Prime
Clean Fleet Report
JUNE 26, 2022
A First Timer for Clean Fleet Report is someone who purchased their first EV, PHEV or FCEV. The fully electric vehicles we considered were either too expensive or didn’t have the range Mark requires for work travel, so then we took a look at plug-in hybrids. Clean Fleet Report speaks with First Timers to hear about their experience.
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June 2023 – Tesla Model Y was the best selling BEV in Germany
Push EVs
JULY 15, 2023
to 18.9%, the share of plugin hybrids halved, however, after incentives were cut. share in June, full electrics (BEVs) contributed 18.9%, and plugin hybrids (PHEVs) contributed 5.7%. Recall that Germany entirely cut the ecobonus for PHEVs from January 1st this year, and their fall in share since then was fully expected.
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52 FIA policy paper outlines challenges for European E-Mobility, makes recommendations to encourage development
Green Car Congress
MARCH 22, 2011
Policies should support hybrid vehicles and the continuing efficiency improvements in internal combustion engines as well as supporting emobility and its development. —“Towards E-Mobility” The FIA and its 71 member clubs represent more than 35 million motorists in Europe. Towards E-Mobility: The Challenges Ahead.
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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage
Clean Fleet Report
MAY 2, 2022
Kia recently invited members of the automotive press to drive the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid and X-Pro in sunny Palm Springs, California. This Flash Drive will touch on both models, which are significantly different vehicles, spotlighting the Sportage Hybrid. Sportage Hybrid. Sportage Plug-In Hybrid. Hybrid Smooth Operator.
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News: 2023 Toyota Prius Hybrid and Prius Prime PHEV
Clean Fleet Report
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
The Toyota Prius has come a long way since it debuted 22 years ago as the first hybrid car to be sold in the United States. The initial skepticism from many amounted to—“What the hell is a hybrid car?” Performance specifications are sparse at this point, but Toyota did say the FWD single motor Prius hybrid can go 0-60 mph in 7.2
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The Race to Plug-In Hybrids Is On
Green Cars News
MAY 1, 2009
This event, which will take place at the Marines’ Memorial Club and Hotel, is a new high-level Conference focused on delivering a unique insight into the best investments plays, and offering a robust setting for growing relationships and making deals. Tags: Hybrid cars hybrids plug-in plug-in hybrid.
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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion
Clean Fleet Report
JULY 16, 2023
Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels. We do our best to present our unvarnished evaluations of vehicles and news irrespective of these inducements.
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Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-50 AWD
Clean Fleet Report
JANUARY 21, 2023
Between 2022 and 2025, Mazda will introduce a range of new products including hybrid, plug-in hybrid and EV models. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels.
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Road Test: 2023 Genesis G90 Performance
Clean Fleet Report
JULY 1, 2023
The luxury competition we tested: Road Test: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 Road Test: 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 Road Test: 2019 Lexus LS 500h Hybrid Road Test: 2019 BMW 745e PHEV Road Test: 2021 Lexus LC 500h Hybrid Disclosure: Clean Fleet Report is loaned free test vehicles from automakers to evaluate, typically for a week at a time.
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Is A Tax On Electricity (kWh) Consumed The Best Way to Supplement the Fuel Tax for Electric Vehicles?
EV Adoption
JULY 4, 2022
These include: The growth in sales of regular hybrids. In 2021, hybrid vehicles accounted for 6.9% Hybrid sales also increased 95% in 2021 and 196% since 2018. As of today, less than 1% of vehicles on the road in the US are either BEVs or PHEVs. of new vehicle sales in the US, versus 1.9%
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Ford unveils its first plug-in hybrid vehicle for police and government customers
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Earlier this year, Ford revealed the world’s first-ever pursuit-rated hybrid police vehicle. Now, the company is introducing a plug-in hybrid vehicle with an all-electric range of 21 miles for police and government customers. Earlier post.)
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Flash Drive: 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander
Clean Fleet Report
APRIL 6, 2021
Oh, but if fuel economy is your thing, Mitsubishi has teased a plug-in hybrid version of the 2022 Outlander is on the not-so-far-off horizon (replacing the current 2021 PHEV model). Road Test: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid.
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UK Studies Suggest New Business Models and Policies Required for EV and PHEV Uptake; Price a Critical Issue
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 16, 2009
Two of those, one by consultancy Element Energy and a second by AEA Technology, explored the characteristics of EV buyers, technology, utilization, and prospects for market adoption of battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
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Plug In America - Links and Resources
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
JANUARY 28, 2009
New 100K Club Member RAV4EV in Japan Newsletter Vol. 100K Mile Club Newsletter Vol. Batteries Included $142,000 Grant 2006 Archive GM Plug-in Series Hybrid? 1 Point Reyes EVs Did You Know? Newsletter Vol. 3 CARB Date with Destiny Move CARB Forward Plug In America Podcasts! 1 $100,000 Grant Moving in the Right Direction?
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EAA National Board nominations from across North America
Electric Auto Association
OCTOBER 28, 2021
Servant leadership; I thrive when working to advance a cause or mission About Zach: Zach currently drives a Pacific Hybrid PHEV. I have talked about the total cost of ownership for EVs compared with both hybrid and traditional ICE vehicles. About Alan: Alan drives a Tesla Model 3 and Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.
EAA National Board nominations from across North America
Electric Auto Association
OCTOBER 28, 2021
Servant leadership; I thrive when working to advance a cause or mission About Zach: Zach currently drives a Pacific Hybrid PHEV. I have talked about the total cost of ownership for EVs compared with both hybrid and traditional ICE vehicles. About Alan: Alan drives a Tesla Model 3 and Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.
The Business of Plugging In: Building the Full Ecosystem for a Successful Plug-in Vehicle Industry in the US
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 23, 2009
Darbee noted that although California has about 12% of the population, it has about 25% of the demand for plug-in hybrids. In his prepared remarks prior to his panel’s discussion, Felix Kramer, founder of CalCars, said that he was confident that real production PHEVs and EVs are coming&mash;not new prototypes or conversions.
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Flash Drive: 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness
Clean Fleet Report
OCTOBER 25, 2021
The EPA has rated fuel economy for the 2022 Forester Wilderness at 25 mpg city/28 highway/26 combined, just missing the coveted AWD 30 MPG Club. Road Test: 2021 Toyota RAV5 Prime PHEV. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. The 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness has a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter Road Test: 2021 Ford Bronco Sport.
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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac CT4 Premium Luxury AWD
Clean Fleet Report
MAY 28, 2021
Road Test: 2016 Audi A3 E-tron PHEV. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. [
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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Venue
Clean Fleet Report
MARCH 23, 2021
From largest to smallest it goes Palisade, Santa Fe/Santa Fe Hybrid, Tucson/Tucson PHEV, Nexo FCEV, Kona/Kona EV and Venue. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels. Hyundai’s crossover entry point.
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52 More Electric Cars in Las Vegas with Stan Hanel's Story on the RAR'ster. with EVJerr Back to Webblogging, Sunday, 13 September 2009
Spirit of DC - PHEV3A
AUGUST 3, 2009
Michael Craner is a member of both the Tesla Roadster Owners Forum and the Electric Auto Association, aligned with the Eastern EV Club. This converted Toyota Prius is another type of Plug-in --a PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle).
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VIDEO: Driving a Tesla-powered Smart
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 28, 2009
Our friend Doug, of Tesla Motors Club fame, was at the event and went for a ride in the diminutive one, armed with a video camera to record the ride, the results of which we are happy to share with you after the break. Check out the pics in the gallery below and dont forget to hit the jump for some smart video action. Follow us on Twitter!
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49 Sierra Club California Weighs in for Electric Cars at CARB
Plugs and Cars
NOVEMBER 15, 2007
When I told CEC Commissioner James Boyd a couple of weeks ago at the plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) UC Davis press event that I felt battery electric vehicles (BEV) were not fairly represented, he told me that each "fuel" feels slighted, so they must have done something right. And quite a buffet it is. A crack indeed.
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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 28, 2009
Today we could be using lead-acid EVs, lead-carbon-acid EVs, or nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion hybrids. Glad to see the variety & availability of electic commuter cars (vs hybrids & PHEV) is rising. Lastly, hybrids & plug-in hybrids are an unfortunate diversion. I don’t want one of those either.
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2020 Top 10 Countries in the Global EV Revolution
EV Sales
MARCH 22, 2021
But this still doesn’t take away from a 47% EV market share, more than double 2019’s, and also a sharp shift in composition from a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) dominated island to an evenly balanced 2020 mix (yes, there are points for that too). Sure, 2x more people live within Seattle city limits than in all of Iceland’s huge expanses.
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