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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

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Comment on BYD investor event: 5th-gen DM hybrid tech, sales target, and more by AMortalDefiant

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As a BYD investor, I'm upset to see them waste so much money on dead technologies like PHEVs/EREVs. As the economies of scale disappear for ICE, so too will they disappear for hybrids that depend on the existence of ICE.

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Comment on BYD investor event: 5th-gen DM hybrid tech, sales target, and more by AMortalDefiant

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As a BYD investor, I'm upset to see them waste so much money on dead technologies like PHEVs/EREVs. As the economies of scale disappear for ICE, so too will they disappear for hybrids that depend on the existence of ICE.

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Toyota unveils new Prius; HEVs launching this year, PHEVs in spring 2023

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Toyota unveiled the all-new Prius in a livestream event from Japan, with Series Parallel Hybrid (HEV) models to launch in winter this year and Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) models to launch in spring 2023. liter engine and more efficient hybrid system to enhance fuel efficiency as well as driving performance.

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Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC PHEV available to order in US starting from $122,550

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Starting from $122,550 and offering a WLTP range of more than 100 km (~62 miles), the Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ( earlier post ) is now available to order and will arrive in US dealerships in the first half of 2023. The basis for the hybrid drive system is provided by the 3.0L S 580e 4MATIC Engine 3.0L

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Lamborghini Urus PHEV set to break cover on April 24. What to expect

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By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 23 Apr 2024, 12:54 PM Lamborghini Urus PHEV is expected to get power from a 4.0-litre Lamborghini Urus PHEV is expected to get power from a 4.0-litre Lamborghini is all set to introduce the Urus Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) on 24th April 2024. litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine paired with a 25.9

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Geely Auto’s flagship Bo Rui GE hybrid selected as part of China’s diplomatic fleet; 48V MHEV or PHEV

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Geely Auto’s flagship B-segment hybrid sedan Bo Rui GE has been selected as an official diplomatic concierge vehicle by the Beijing Service Bureau for Diplomatic Missions. The Bo Rui GE comes in either a MHEV 48V mild hybrid or full PHEV plug-in hybrid version. The mild hybrid system improves response to 0.3

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