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Is a hybrid or plug-in hybrid Ford Bronco on the horizon? We break down the reports, engineering clues, and Ford’s electrification strategy. It’s important to make a clear distinction between the ...

You can get the efficiency of electric driving with the peace of mind of a gas backup making the plug-in hybrid a good compromise. Despite the growing popularity of traditional electric vehicles, not ...

A range-extended electric vehicle pairs an electric motor with a gasoline engine/generator, which recharges the battery as you drive. An REEV powertrain differs from other hybrid setups because the ...

Hybrid vehicles have only become mainstream choices in the last few years, giving most people the impression that they are fairly recent inventions. The truth is quite the contrary, as the first ...

My first serious research into electric cars started in the early 2000s, when I had an environmental science teacher who proudly drove a Prius. He loved debating about the pros and cons of electric ...

Electric vehicles haven't been a huge victory for Ford despite solid sales numbers. Between production costs and stagnant demand, it's time for a change in game plan. Ford announced a major shift in ...

Plug-in hybrid cars have become more popular recently, as automakers have had to come up with a quick way to meet tightening emissions restrictions, all while having to deal with the ever-changing ...

Hybrid vehicles combine petrol engines and electric motors for a more efficient drive. By understanding their operation and ...

Our reader works from home and wants to know if it’s advisable to leave an electric vehicle plugged in all the time - Coldsnowstorm/E+ I’m considering buying my first electric car, or possibly a ...