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Best deals on electric, plug-in, and hybrid cars for April 2019Best deals on electric, plug-in, and hybrid cars for April 2019

Eric C. Evarts

Just because tax credits are winding down on some of the most popular plug-in cars doesn’t mean there are no deals to be found. Green Car Reports’ carbuying partners at CarsDirect.com scour automakers’ rebates and incentives...

Karma Revero gets more power, BMW 3-cylinderKarma Revero gets more power, BMW 3-cylinder

Eric C. Evarts

The Karma Revero is getting a long-needed update later this year, and the company has just revealed a few details. You’ll recall that the Revero is the continuation of the original Fisker Karma, which went on...

VW ID Roomzz, Toyota hybrid patents, more grid storage from hydro: Today's Car NewsVW ID Roomzz, Toyota hybrid patents, more grid storage from hydro: Today's Car News

Eric C. Evarts

Toyota plans to open its hybrid patents through 2030. Volkswagen introduces the ID Roomzz for the Shanghai auto show. Pumped hydro could deliver more energy storage than batteries. And readers weigh in on what new niche...

Toyota shores up against electric-car threat, by sharing hybrid techToyota shores up against electric-car threat, by sharing hybrid tech

Bengt Halvorson

As some of the industry appears to be leapfrogging directly past hybrid vehicles, in favor of battery electrics—GM with its canceled Volt, for example—Toyota is making no such move. This morning it’s announced that it will...

2020 Ford Escape revealed: Hybrid returns teasing nearly 40 mpg, plug-in hybrid version with 30 electric miles2020 Ford Escape revealed: Hybrid returns teasing nearly 40 mpg, plug-in hybrid version with 30 electric miles

Bengt Halvorson

The Ford Escape was the first Ford hybrid and the first hybrid SUV to hit the market. That was 15 years ago, and Ford has been sitting out seven model years with no Escape Hybrid in...

Obama, buy that Volt!Obama, buy that Volt!

Bengt Halvorson

Our current President, Donald Trump, has made it abundantly clear where he stands on electric cars. It’s quite a contrast to our former President, Barack Obama, whose administration widely supported policy fostering more fuel-efficient vehicles, greener...

Chevy Bolt EV deals, Ram eTorque, in-wheel motors, wind and solar costs: Today's Car NewsChevy Bolt EV deals, Ram eTorque, in-wheel motors, wind and solar costs: Today's Car News

Eric C. Evarts

Ram’s new eTorque does more than most mild-hybrid start/stop systems. Chevrolet is making no big sales push at the end of the quarter, despite the expiration of full tax credits for its vehicles. In-wheel motors for...

Hybrid or not, 2019 Ram 1500 eTorque does some smart things with 48V techHybrid or not, 2019 Ram 1500 eTorque does some smart things with 48V tech

Bengt Halvorson

As more mainstream vehicles, like the 2019 Ram 1500 lineup, get increasing levels of electrification, but stop short of becoming fully electric or even full-fledged hybrids, it can be easy to get lost in semantics. Generally...

Motor supplier sees mass-produced in-wheel motors around 2023Motor supplier sees mass-produced in-wheel motors around 2023

Bengt Halvorson

In-wheel motors have been the future for electric cars—including fuel-cell cars and series hybrids—for decades. Their benefits include simpler packaging and more interior or cargo space for the vehicle. They could help make vehicles lighter, and...

Mazda rotary hybrids, plug-in hybrid Ford F-250, EPA ethanol push: Today's ReportMazda rotary hybrids, plug-in hybrid Ford F-250, EPA ethanol push: Today's Report

Eric C. Evarts

The EPA releases a proposal to increase ethanol blends, even in the summer when it can increase smog. Mazda may have more plans for its rotary engine technology than a single new hybrid. Conversion company XL...

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Best deals on electric, plug-in, and hybrid cars for April 2019Best deals on electric, plug-in, and hybrid cars for April 2019

Karma Revero gets more power, BMW 3-cylinderKarma Revero gets more power, BMW 3-cylinder

VW ID Roomzz, Toyota hybrid patents, more grid storage from hydro: Today's Car NewsVW ID Roomzz, Toyota hybrid patents, more grid storage from hydro: Today's Car News

Toyota shores up against electric-car threat, by sharing hybrid techToyota shores up against electric-car threat, by sharing hybrid tech

2020 Ford Escape revealed: Hybrid returns teasing nearly 40 mpg, plug-in hybrid version with 30 electric miles2020 Ford Escape revealed: Hybrid returns teasing nearly 40 mpg, plug-in hybrid version with 30 electric miles

Obama, buy that Volt!Obama, buy that Volt!

Chevy Bolt EV deals, Ram eTorque, in-wheel motors, wind and solar costs: Today's Car NewsChevy Bolt EV deals, Ram eTorque, in-wheel motors, wind and solar costs: Today's Car News

Hybrid or not, 2019 Ram 1500 eTorque does some smart things with 48V techHybrid or not, 2019 Ram 1500 eTorque does some smart things with 48V tech

Motor supplier sees mass-produced in-wheel motors around 2023Motor supplier sees mass-produced in-wheel motors around 2023

Mazda rotary hybrids, plug-in hybrid Ford F-250, EPA ethanol push: Today's ReportMazda rotary hybrids, plug-in hybrid Ford F-250, EPA ethanol push: Today's Report

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