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Report: PHEVs will peak at 10% of global market in 2030

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EVs are still the future The sudden revival of plug-in hybrids is predicted to peak at 10% of the market Sales of PHEVs is predicted to call as battery prices drop and EVs become less expensive Plug-in hybrids are experiencing a sales resurgence, but they're unlikely to surpass EVs in the long term, predicts Bloomberg New Energy Finance.

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Mitsubishi introducing PHEV version of redesigned Eclipse Cross; 2nd MMC PHEV on market

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The new Eclipse Cross will offer a plug-in hybrid drivetrain (PHEV) in select global markets. The Eclipse Cross will be the second Mitsubishi PHEV on the market. Launched globally in 2017, the Eclipse Cross is the company’s crossover SUV, which fuses a coupe-like style with SUV capabilities.

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Volkswagen’s new Touareg to offer two PHEV variants

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Each of the PHEV models is fitted with a 14.3 The plug-in hybrid drive of the Touareg R eHybrid 4MOTION delivers a system output of 340 kW (462 PS) and system torque of 700 N·m. The Touareg eHybrid 4MOTION develops a system power of 280 kW (381 PS) and system torque of 600 N·m. kWh (net) / 17.9 kWh (gross) battery pack.

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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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Kia unveils 2023 Sportage PHEV; 32-mile AER

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Kia unveiled the 2023 Sportage PHEV, the latest electrified model to join its lineup. Building upon the Sportage HEV, the turbocharged Sportage PHEV offers outstanding efficiency, with a 13.8-kWh Power for the 2023 Sportage PHEV is supplied by a 1.6-liter, kWh battery and targeted all-electric range (AER) of 32 miles.

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Lexus to debut the NX PHEV OFFROAD Concept and hydrogen-engined ROV Concept at Tokyo Auto Salon

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Lexus will debut the NX PHEV OFFROAD Concept and hydrogen-engined ROV (Recreational Off highway Vehicle) Concept at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2022 held at Makuhari Messe (Chiba City) this weekend. The NX PHEV OFFROAD Concept is based on Lexus’ first PHEV model that went on sale in November 2021, the NX 450h+.

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2025 Q5 PHEV returns, remains Audi's lone plug-in hybrid

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While many automakers have revisited product roadmaps and now plan to introduce new hybrids and plug-in hybrids, PHEVs are a one-model show (for the U.S.) at a brand that's moving very quickly toward an all-electric lineup.

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