Automakers Request Delay for Pedestrian-Alert System
Automakers are requesting a delay for mandated pedestrian-alert systems in hybrids and electric vehicles.
Hybrids
Audi A8 e-tron to Debut in 2015
There’s a plug-in hybrid version of Audi’s flagship sedan coming in the near future.
Audi Adding Hybrid Variants to all Key Models by 2020
Already proficient with its diesel offerings, Audi will be turning its attention to hybrid powertrains.
LaFerrari Spider Rumored to Arrive Next Year
There’s a rumor that Ferrari is planning an open air version of its LaFerrari halo car to go on sale next year.
Ford Lowers MPG Ratings on Six Vehicles
Ford is eating crow today, announcing reduced fuel economy ratings on six of its vehicles.
Top 10 Green Cars of 2014
Thinking of going green with your daily commute? There are dozens of options available in today’s market for an eco-friendly car and if you’re curious on which ones are greenest, you’ve come to the right place.
Mercedes-Benz Plug-In Hybrid ML-Class Planned
Mercedes is planning a plug-in hybrid ML-Class crossover that will likely arrive in U.S. showrooms late next year.
Plug-In Hybrid HOV Lane Access Dropped in California
The state of California has stopped awarding high occupancy vehicle (HOV) access permits to plug-in hybrids.
California Considering Vehicle-Miles-Traveled Tax
California motorists that spend a lot of time on the road could be in for a shock. The state’s legislature is considering a bill that would explore a tax based on vehicle miles traveled or VMT for short.
Ferrari LaFerrari Costs at Least as Much as 26 Corvettes
Ferrari’s limited-production halo car sold out before the end of last year and it shouldn’t come as any surprise that it is insanely expensive.
Volvo V60 Plug-In Dolled Up With R-Design Package
Volvo is sexing up its European-market plug-in hybrid wagon with an R-Design package.
Plug-In Hybrid Bentley Concept Bound for Beijing
Based on the Mulsanne, Bentley will showcase a plug-in hybid concept car during the Beijing Auto Show on April 20.
New Chevrolet Volt to Offer Shorter Electric Range
Chevrolet is expected to diversify its Volt nameplate with a successor to the current car along with an electric-only variant with a shorter driving range.
Plug-in Cars Save 45 Million Gallons of Gasoline Per Year
Sales of electrified vehicles are picking up steam and in doing so they’re making an impact on America’s consumption of fossil fuel.
Volkswagen Passat Plug-In Hybrid Coming ‘Soon’
Volkswagen is preparing to give its mid-size sedan a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Hybrids to hit 20% Global Market Share: Toyota Exec
The proportion of hybrid vehicles on the road globally will reach 20 percent “soon” according to Toyota chairman Takeshi Uchiyamada.
VW Golf GTE Greens Out on Performance in Geneva
Volkswagen’s latest performance-oriented Golf uses as plug-in hybrid drivetrain and its here for inspection at the Geneva Motor Show.
Toyota Prius v vs. Ford C-Max Hybrid vs. Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid
Whether they come in the form of a subcompact hatchback or a full-sized pickup, hybrids are some of the most technically advanced vehicles on the road today. Blending the best of internal combustion and electric propulsion these cars and trucks can save drivers major dollars at the filling station thanks to their Star Wars-grade technology...
Mitsubishi to Focus on Plug-in Hybrids
As Mitsubishi strives to end losses in Japan and North America, it will turn to expanding its plug-in hybrid offerings.
BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sheds Camouflage
Just a few days ago, AutoGuide‘s spy photographers caught photos of the BMW 3 Series plug-in hybrid testing, but this time around the German automaker has removed the material concealing the cover for the electrical socket.
BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid Spied Testing
Recently, AutoGuide‘s spy photographers caught the BMW 3 Series plug-in hybrid variant cold weather testing.
2014 Honda Civic Hybrid Gets Small MPG Boost
The 2014 Honda Civic Hybrid and Natural Gas models enter the 2014 mode year with the same new content as other versions of the Civic and improved fuel economy for the hybrid.
Toyota Le Mans Racer Could Inspire Hybrid Sports Car
Is Toyota planning a new hybrid sports car? According to the man in charge of the automaker’s hybrid racing plans, it would seem so.
4th Generation Toyota Prius to be Lighter, More Efficient and More Dramatic Looking
When the next-generation Toyota Prius arrives it will come equipped with the company’s latest and greatest hybrid powertrain and ride atop an all new platform, but the most dramatic change might just be the way it looks.
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