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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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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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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. kWh battery is charged, there is no sound upon pressing the start button as the Escape PHEV defaults to electric mode. 72 miles, with 35.3 Level 2 240V 3.5

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“Charging Station” — Is That the Location or the “Charger”?

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Depending on the person, each of us brings different backgrounds and context to this phrase creating confusion and a lack of clarity in the market. Secondly, most modern sites that sell gasoline (convenience stores, gas stations, warehouse stores like CostCo and Sam’s Club, supermarkets like Safeway) may have from 12 to 20 individual pumps.

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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

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The rear head and leg room easily and comfortably accommodate a 6-foot plus person, and can handle three child seats. The flat roof and wide opening doors makes for easy access to the rear seat, where there is almost the same space as the larger Tiguan. The 60/40 rear seat in the Taos 4Motion folds near-flat for 60.2 respectively.

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Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-50 AWD

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Then again, with the roof having been reinforced to handle a three-person tent, it can easily handle a cargo carrier, or you can hook up a trailer for more flexibility. The rear cargo capacity is large enough for two on that long weekend camping trip, but may be a tight squeeze for all the gear necessary for four.

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Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

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If you are one of those “I will never drive a minivan” type of persons, please keep reading. Impressive Efficiency. Impressive Luxury. Story by John Faulkner. Photos by John Faulkner and Chrysler. Do you have a need to haul up to seven people in comfort and style?

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid F Sport

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This is your car, so personalizing and outfitting it to your specifications will make ownership an even more enjoyable experience. Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive PHEV. This brings up a good point. It is important to order your ES exactly as you want it. A more driver-oriented setting. Road Test: BMW 5-Series Takes the Middle Path.

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