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Audi's new Q5 plug-in hybrid offers ~25 miles of all-electric driving, and that's not quite enough

Loz Blain May 22, 2019

Plug-in hybrids are supposed to be the perfect bridge between today and tomorrow - cheap, green, electric commuting with petrol-powered long-range touring. Audi's first plug-in hybrid has been announced, but it looks like a swing and a miss, since its electric range won't cover the average commute.

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Karma looks forward with 3-cylinder sports hybrid Revero GT and concept cars

C.C. Weiss April 17, 2019

Karma Automotive, the company formerly known as Fisker, ushers in a "new dawn." Its three latest cars make their debut at Auto Shanghai: a fully refreshed, BMW-engined Revero with more power and range than before, a Pininfarina-sculpted Revero coupe, and a high-tech all-electric roadster concept.

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Ford brings new plug-in hybrid powertrains to 2020 Escape, with 30-mile all-electric range

Loz Blain April 3, 2019

While the world waits for electrics to improve their range and charge time figures, the plug-in hybrid is a terrific compromise. Ford has released a plug-in hybrid version of its new Escape SUV that allows fully electric city driving and extended range gasoline touring when necessary.

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In photos: 4x4s, camper vans and all-out adventure vehicles of the 2019 Geneva Motor Show

C.C. Weiss March 18, 2019

The Geneva Motor Show closed its doors on Sunday, and we wrap up our coverage with one final gallery. Beyond the performance cars, concept cars and electrified vehicles, there was a group of vehicles that epitomized automotive adventure, ranging from all-terrain supercars to camper vans.

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Mitsubishi heads for the Swiss Alps with plug-in Engelberg Tourer concept

Aaron Turpen March 7, 2019

Mitsubishi is going plug-crazy at Geneva, with the new Engelberg Tourer next-generation sport utility concept. The vehicle incorporates the Dendo Drive House System, which creates an energy ecosystem between a home and an electric vehicle.

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Review: 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is an efficient set of wheels

Aaron Turpen November 30, 2018

​Kia put the Niro to market about a year ago, as the company’s first vehicle designed specifically to be electrified. For 2018, Kia introduced the Niro Plug-in Hybrid model. With the PHEV, we can get hints as to what the upcoming battery electric model will be like, too.

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BMW adds plug-in hybrid 330e to its 3-series lineup

Aaron Turpen November 16, 2018

BMW unveiled the seventh generation of the 3 Series compact sedan at the Paris Motor Show earlier this year. Added to that series is a new plug-in hybrid 330e that the automaker announced this week. This PHEV includes BMW's latest eDrive Technology to enhance both efficiency and performance.

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Peugeot unveils two new plug-in hybrid engines

Aaron Turpen September 27, 2018

French automaker Peugeot has launched two new plug-in hybrid gasoline engines for use in production vehicles. The new engines will be available in the Peugeot 3008 SUV along with the all-new Peugeot 508 and 508 SW, optimizing power output and fuel efficiency balance.

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Jeep Wrangler Plug-in Hybrid coming in 2020

Aaron Turpen August 20, 2018

Jeep is on track to produce a plug-in hybrid model of the legendary Wrangler and plans to have it in showrooms in 2020. The company has announced that key components for the PHEV Jeep will be produced at its Toledo Machining Plant in Ohio.

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BMW i launches wireless charging for plug-in hybrids

Aaron Turpen May 28, 2018

BMW’s i division has launched a wireless charging system for plug-in hybrids. The factory-fitted, fully-integrated inductive charging system is a world-first. BMW says that production for BMW Wireless Charging will begin in July and is available for order now, for the 530e iPerformance model.

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