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Kia introduces 5th-generation Sportage SUV; gasoline, diesel, HEV, PHEV

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Developed on a new architecture, the all-new Sportage will offer gasoline and diesel powertrains at market launch later this year, followed by hybrid-electric (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) models. Terrain Mode, E-Handling tech and a new ECS.

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Kia unveils next-generation Niro; hybrid first, PHEV and BEV to follow

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The all-new Niro features a trio of state-of-the-art electrified powertrains, including hybrid electric (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and battery electric (BEV) options. PHEV and BEV models will be revealed at a later date, closer to market launch. The HEV features Kia’s highly-efficient Smartstream 1.6-liter liter GDI gasoline engine.

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PHEVs pollute more than billed, but EPA just gave them a pass

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Another study from Transport & Environment in 2020 also found that plug-in hybrids are polluting more than claimed. plug-in hybrid sales hit a record high in 2023 , reaching more than 250,000 sales and accounting for about 20% of total plug-in vehicle sales, according to the Department of Energy.

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T&E study finds plug-in hybrids show higher CO2 emissions than claimed

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Three of the most popular plug-in hybrids in 2020 all emitted more CO 2 than advertised when tested in the real world, according to tests commissioned by European environmental NGO Transport & Environment (T&E). This is contrary to the misleading carmaker narrative that PHEVs on sale today are suited for long journeys, T&E said.

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Ford of Europe piloting geofencing and blockchain technology to ensure PHEVs operate efficiently in city center low-emission zones

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Ford is extending its European plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) trial to Cologne. The study, which is also testing Ford PHEVs on the streets of London and Valencia, Spain, aims to better analyse and show the real-world benefits of such vehicles for the environment and for commercial vehicle owners and operators.

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Mercedes-Benz’s Q1 2024 report shows revenues are down, but its share of EV sales is growing

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As you’ll see below, EV sales continue to grow in Mercedes-Benz’s portfolio (although there’s a slight catch). Those earnings contributed to an adjusted Return on Sales of 9.0% (down from 14.8% Instead, it expects its top-end models to lead sales and help it reach its financial goals for the year as targeted. billion in Q1 2023.

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Worldwide sales of Toyota hybrids surpass 9 million units; Prius family accounts for 63%

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Toyota Motor Corporation announced that the cumulative figures for global sales of its hybrid vehicles reached 9.014 million units as of 30 April. The Prius family still accounts for the majority of sales: 5.691 million units, or 63% of the total global cumulative number. million units, and cumulative sales of 15 million units by 2020.

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