Tech: New 48-Volt Mild Hybrids Coming
A 48-volt battery system, which will increasingly begin to appear on new cars, trucks and SUVs, allows for smaller engines with fewer emissions, better fuel economy and performance.
Hybrid Cars
News: 2018 Lexus LS 500 and 500h World Debut
The Lexus “L” series is all about luxury. But performance and the hybrid fuel economy were not forgotten in the new Lexus LS 500
News: Honda Unveils CR-V Hybrid at Frankfurt Motor Show
Honda unveiled its CR-V Hybrid prototype at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show. Featuring some new styling changes, reminiscent of the new Civic Type-R, the CR-V hybrid boasts an Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive system
News: 2019 Audi A8 Rolls into Frankfurt With 48-Volt Hybrid System
The 2019 Audi A8 has leapfrogged in every area with the recently refreshed BMW 7 Series and Mercedes S-Class flagship sedans as well as the challenger, the Tesla Model S. Starting with the all-new 2019 Audi A8, every single model will soon feature a 48-volt hybrid system.
Road Test: 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid SEL
The 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid SEL is affordable, with performance, handling and ride comfort above the pack.
Tech: Toyota Going Electric with Solid-State Batteries
Solid-state batteries are predicted to have a driving range of 200-to-300 miles, depending on battery size, and take just minutes to recharge.
Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid
Kia is promoting the 2017 Kia Niro’s fuel economy without mentioning it’s a hybrid. It’s hit a chord with American buyers. You should check it out.
Road Test: 2017 Ford C-Max Hybrid
The 2017 Ford C-Max still provides an alternative to other hybrids, but there’s lots of competition now, including the stylish and trendy Kia Niro.
Analysis: Lack of Model Choices Hampers Plug-in Sales
If the most popular type of cars aren’t available in plug-in versions, that becomes a major factor organically reducing their market appeal and plug-in sales.
News: Volvo Cars Joins the Electric Parade
Volvo Cars this week put a date on it. All of its vehicles beginning in 2019 will have some portion of electrification (such as a mild hybrid system).