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Here"s why plug-in hybrids are gaining momentum

Although they make up less than 2 percent of the market, PHEVs have gained prominence as one of the auto industry's paths to reducing carbon emissions......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsMar 7th, 2024

Ford says hybrids now more profitable than gas models

Farley said hybrid technology is an advantage for Ford that won't fade away because it offers customers compelling features such as the F-150's on-board generator......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

Flash deal: Get $100 off the Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones

The Sennheiser Momentum 4 easily compete with AirPods Max and Sony XM5, and this deal will let you snag the Momentum 4 for just $300......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

Bentley is replacing its W12 engine with a plug-in hybrid—and let us try it

Plug-in hybrid powertrain perfectly suits Bentley's next Continental GT Speed. Enlarge / After building almost 100,000 W12-powered Bentley Continental GTs, the brand is moving to a plug-in powertrain. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin).....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

BYD unveils new hybrid powertrain with ultra-long range

The upgrade means some of BYD's dual-mode, plug-in electric hybrids can manage the equivalent of New York to Miami, or Munich to Madrid, on a single-charge and full tank......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

Lucid to cut 400 jobs in latest sign of stress for EV market

Lucid Group Inc. will eliminate about 400 jobs in the coming months, the latest move by an electric-vehicle maker to cut costs in a dramatically slowing market for plug-in cars......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 24th, 2024

Ram"s new CEO, Christine Feuell, tasked with reversing sales drop

After two years of U.S. sales declines for Ram, Christine Feuell will take charge of the brand as it launches its first electric pickup and seeks to regain momentum......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

Airbnb wants more travelers to plug in on vacation

A partnership between ChargePoint and Airbnb encourages rental property owners to add chargers for travelers driving EVs......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

GM North America President Marissa West: Assessing plug-ins and which segments need them

Marissa West, who became president of GM North America in January, talks about the automaker's plan to bring back hybrids and launch more affordable EVs......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

Ford invests in hybrids and battery recycling amid EV transition, company vice president says

Lisa Drake spoke about strategy changes that Ford has made involving EVs, as part of a keynote discussion at the Automotive News Leading Women Conference......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 22nd, 2024

HomeKit Weekly: Linkind’s Matter-enabled smart plug delivers 2 HomeKit plugs for a low cost in a single box

HomeKit smart plugs are one of the most useful smart home products you can buy. Everyone can find a use for them. They work with anything that has a 110-volt plug that auto turns on, and they’re really affordable. They’ve been around for years as.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsMay 21st, 2024

Kia believes adding hybrids is a win-win for consumers, industry

Kia Corp. will expand its hybrid powertrain to most of its models as EV sales slow and lagging infrastructure becomes a concern......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 17th, 2024

Mitsubishi aims at adventure set with sporty passenger van, lifted Outlander

Mitsubishi plans to plug major holes in its U.S. lineup and deliver a passenger van and an entry-level electrified crossover in the second half of the decade......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Hybrids replace EVs on industry"s center stage

Consumer preferences shift to hybrids and plug-in hybrids as interest in fully electric vehicles cools......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Guest commentary: Let"s stick to the science when talking about hybrids, emissions reduction

When Toyota or any other car company claims that hybrid drivetrains can reduce emissions further and faster than EVs, we know that's objectively untrue......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

BYD introduces plug-in hybrid pickup in Mexico

The Shark will be distributed globally but BYD has no plans to sell it in the U.S. — the biggest single market for pickups — at the moment......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Toyota’s largest-ever investment charging up in rural North Carolina

Toyota's largest-ever investment in N.A. manufacturing is taking shape in rural N.C.; will ultimately provide batteries for locally built EVs, hybrids and PHEVs......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Toyota"s massive $13.9B battery complex prepping to start production next year to power hybrids, EVs

Toyota's largest-ever investment in N.A. manufacturing is taking shape in rural N.C.; will ultimately provide batteries for locally built EVs, hybrids and PHEVs......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 12th, 2024

Automakers hedge their bets with plug-in hybrids as EV sales slow

Originally regarded as stopgap solutions, hybrids are in it for the long haul. Enlarge (credit: Honda) Global carmakers are stepping up their investment in hybrid technologies as consumers’ growing wariness over fully.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Mazda profits zoom to records on CX-90, hybrid uptake, foreign exchange rates

Mazda reaches record profits thanks to the popularity of its large platform CX-90 crossover and uptake of hybrids, but the Japanese carmaker is bracing for headwinds this year......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Nearly 25% of Ford F-150s built are now hybrids, CEO says

The F-150 is a key pillar of Ford's hybrid strategy, which is gaining importance amid slower-than-expected demand for EVs......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024