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Second-generation Kia Niro debuts in hybrid, PHEV and EV variants

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The 2023 Niro will launch in the United States with three electrified powertrains: hybrid electric (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and all-electric (EV). A 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is standard in HEV and PHEV. The Niro PHEV pairs the 1.6-liter All Niro models are front-wheel-drive. The Niro HEV features a 1.6-liter

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Volvo Cars opens order books for new electric C40 Recharge

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The all-electric Volvo C40 Recharge is available online via volvocars.com in select markets across Europe as of this week. Like the XC40 Recharge electric compact SUV, the C40 Recharge comes with an infotainment systems jointly developed with Google and based on the Android operating system. Recharge models accounted for 47.7%

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Toyota launches new RAV4 PHEV in Japan

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Toyota has launched the new model RAV4 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) through dealerships in Japan. The new RAV4 PHEV aims to boost the fun-to-drive appeal of RAV4, adopting the newly developed Toyota Hybrid System (THS II). The fifth generation RAV4 was released in April 2019.

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Toyota launches new C-HR with PHEV option

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liter plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) model. It will also automatically adjust the drive mode to optimize energy efficiency, recognizing the best opportunities for energy recharging when following a route via the car’s navigation system. liter hybrid electric (HEV) versions and a 2.0-liter

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Review update: 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge connects a big Swede to an electric commute

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And after dropping prices on its PHEVs last year, they’re making up roughly 1 in 5 U.S. Volvo’s latest plug-in hybrids are resonating with shoppers. They look fantastic, satisfy drivers, and manage to offer up a nourishing experience without the garish gloss of some luxury alternatives. vehicle sales for Volvo.

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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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2024 Mazda CX-60 PHEV review: Mazda’s electric upmarket gamble

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2024 Mazda CX-60 PHEV review: Mazda has been telling us for years it wants to be a premium brand. The PHEV (or P50e) is available in three equipment trims – Evolve, GT and Azami. In each equipment grade the PHEV is the most expensive model, charging a $12,500 premium over the P40e and a $10,500 premium over the D50e.

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