Plug-in Cars Had Their Best-Ever US Sales in September
Plug-in cars broke records last month.
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Mercedes-Benz GLC Plug-in Fuel-Cell Vehicle On Tap For 2017
Mercedes-Benz is previewing a plug-in hybrid hydrogen fuel-cell GLC that they plan to release in 2017.
Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid Priced from $29,681
The 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid is hitting dealers today and detailed pricing has been announced.
Porsche 911 Plug-In Hybrid Decision Coming this Year
Porsche is considering offering its 911 sports car with a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Hyundai Sonata Adds Plug-in Hybrid Electric Powertrain
Two new Hyundai Sonata models are being introduced for 2016 and not surprisingly both focus on efficiency.
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Concept-S Goes Up-Market
Mitsubishi is showing off a preview of what will eventually become a more premium version of the company’s Plug-In Hybrid Outlander Crossover.
2014 Toyota Prius PHV Consumer Review
The original Toyota Prius revolutionized the automotive industry in 1997.
2016 Chevrolet Volt to Make Motown Debut in January
Chevrolet confirmed today that it plans to reveal the next version of its Volt range-extended electric car during the 2015 Detroit Auto Show.
Nissan Leaf Crests 100,000 Global Sales
Nissan announced today that it has sold its 100,000th Leaf electric vehicle.
2014 Honda Accord Named Green Car of the Year
Honda’s mid-size sedan was just named the 2014 Green Car of the Year here at the 2013 L.A. Auto Show.
Jaguar C-X75 Concept Build Detailed in Video
The car Jaguar used to capture imaginations in 2010 is back, if only for a moment, in a video remembering what could have been.
Next Generation Volt to be More Aggressive
Sporty, aggressive and imposing aren’t words many people would associate with the Chevrolet Volt, but the brand might borrow cues from its European subsidiary, Opel, for the car’s next generation.
Ford C-Max Energi is Most Affordable Plug-In Hybrid
Ford’s first production plug-in hybrid, the C-Max Energi, will go on sale this fall as the industry’s most affordable within the segment.
Mitsubishi Hybrid Lineup Possible for US
Mitsubishi will debut a range-extended version of its Outlander SUV this September in Paris, but that might not be the company’s only planned hybrid product for the future.
Ford Focus Electric Finally Headed to Dealerships
Ford’s flagship electric vehicle, the plug-in Focus, is finally heading to dealerships according to unnamed inside sources connected to Reuters.
What is MPGe: Electric Car Fuel Economy Ratings Explained
Ford recently announced the EPA fuel efficiency rating for its electric Focus model. Since it doesn’t burn any gasoline, the number isn’t in miles per gallon (MPG), but was given as miles per gallon gasoline equivalent, or MPGe. A new term to the automotive lexicon, it’s worth exploring exactly what MPGe means and how an...
Chevrolet Volt, Fiat 500 Named Top Flops of 2011
Efficiency is the new black for automakers and consumers alike. Even Porsche customers can get their gas guzzling Cayenne fix in a more efficient hybrid now or diesel soon, which is why it might come as a surprise that two new fuel-efficient guppies in the veritable ocean that is the U.S. car market seem to be floundering....
Mitsubishi to Launch Eight Electric Vehicles by 2016, Including a Light Truck
Mitsubishi has achieved decent amounts of success with the i-MiEV electric car in its home land, and also in Europe, where this model is also sold badged as a Peugeot iOn. Next month, the i-MiEV will be going on sale in America (called simply the “i” in our market), which will no doubt increase sales...
Coda Among Forbes Top 100 Most Promising Companies
Never heard of the American car company Coda? We won’t blame you. This electric car upstart is trying to make a name for itself, but has so far run into production delays plus other birthing problems new car companies face. However, the editor’s at Forbes believe in Coda and that it will soon be among...
Volvo V60 Plug-In Hybrid Revealed
Volvo says it plans to build just 1000 V6 Plug-in Hybrids for 2012, all will be aimed exclusively at European customers and all of them will be finished in just one exterior color; Electric Silver.
California Highway Congestion Worsened By Hybrids?
California told 85,000 hybrid drivers to move over, literally. Now everyone is feeling the sting. Starting last July the yellow stickers allowing hybrid owners to drive alone in the high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane expired. The move came in preparation for an anticipated increase in electric vehicles on the road that will be allowed...
Chevrolet Volt Cheaper to Drive than Toyota Prius Plug-in for Sub-70 Mile Journeys
While the Toyota Prius has long been the automotive ambassador of the green movement, Pike Research conducted a Cost of Driving test to find out whether the all new 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in can trump the Chevrolet Volt. According to its findings, by first establishing the price for every gallon of gas at $3.50 and...
Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Priced from $32,760
Toyota has finally released pricing for the all-new Prius Plug-in Hybrid, setting the retail rate at $32,760 – a roughly $8,000 premium over the conventional model. At $32,760, Prius Plug-in provides more standard features like heated front seats, Entune, LED daytime running lights, an enhance keyless entry system as well as a remote start air...
Nissan Leaf’s Sell Out In Canada In Just Two Hours
Last weekend, Nissan Canada officially began the reservation process for the all-new electric Leaf. Within two hours, all Leaf inventory was reserved. On August 27th, Canadians attended one of 27 Nissan Leaf certified dealers and were invited to reserve the electric vehicle for a refundable $99 deposit. Judy Wheeler, Nissan Canada’s director of marketing, said, “Response...
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