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Lamborghini's First EV Might Be A Plug-In Hybrid Now

InsideEVs

And this week, Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann told the Australian outlet CarExpert that the EV may actually wind up being a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) instead. Amid the "flattening" acceptance curve of EVs worldwide, Winkelmann said the company is still deciding whether its next model will be a full EV or a PHEV. “We

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Quick Take: 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale

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I've been on record before as saying that the "lesser" version of the Tonale -- the Dodge Hornet -- is preferable with the non-hybrid powertrain. It feels lighter on its feet and the engine is responsive and rev-happy. Sometimes, an otherwise fun-to-drive vehicle can be spoiled by its packaging.

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This Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Was Due To Be Scrapped. A $1 Part Saved It

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This Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Was Due To Be Scrapped. The gas engine wouldn’t start, and the car had to be pushed into the workshop. A plug-in hybrid is very complicated because it’s basically two cars in one: there’s a gas-powered engine, plus a high-voltage battery and at least an electric motor.

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Dodge unveils its first electrified performance vehicle: Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV

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Dodge unveiled the all-new 2023 Dodge Hornet compact SUV in R/T and GT trims with a lineup of multi-energy powertrains. The Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV, representing the brand’s first electrified performance vehicle, delivers 285-plus horsepower and 383 ft-lb (519 N·m) of torque. 2023 Dodge Hornet GT.

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Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ (FCA) Chrysler Brand will launch two plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) over the next several years, said Al Gardner, President and CEO of the Chrysler Brand, during the FCA Investor Day presentations at Auburn Hills, Mi. FCA will launch a PHEV minivan in 2016 to comply with ZEV requirements. —Bob Lee.

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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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“We are focused on delivering improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions through smaller and optimized engines. Our engine mix is intentionally moving toward smaller, 4-cylinder engines.” Our engine mix is intentionally moving toward smaller, 4-cylinder engines. —Chrysler S-1. Earlier post.).

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Stellantis to invest $229M in Kokomo operations to produce 4th-gen 8-speed transmission; ICE, MHEV and PHEV

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This new transmission will have the flexibility to be paired with internal combustion engines (ICE), as well as mild hybrid (MHEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) propulsion systems, for vehicles across the Jeep, Ram, Chrysler and Dodge brands. liter Global Medium Engine inline four-cylinder turbo.