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Mercedes S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Headed to Frankfurt
A Mercedes-Benz exec has announced that a S500 plug-in hybrid variant will join the new S-Class range and will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show later this year.
Cadillac ELR Makes Dynamic Handling a Priority
General Motors released new details today about how it plans to distinguish the Cadillac ELR from its peasant cousin: the Chevrolet Volt.
Aston Martin DB9 Plug-in Hybrid DB9 Built by Bosch
Bosch Engineering and Aston Martin have teamed up to build a plug-in hybrid variant of the British automaker’s DB9 sports car.
Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid Hits 54 MPG in Real World Testing
Aiming to prove that its loft fuel economy claims won’t disappoint in the real world Porsche has released the results tallied after a group of international journalists spent a day in the new Panamera plug-in hybrid.
2014 Fisker Karma Tweaks Leaked on Forum
Niche luxury automaker Fisker laid off most of its workforce almost two weeks ago, but there could be updates on tap if the brand lasts into the 2014 model year.
GM Aims to Boost 2013 Plug-In Hybrid Sales 20 Percent
There’s a fat growth margin in mind at General Motors for plug-in hybrid sales in 2013.
2014 Volkswagen Golf Plug-In Hybrid Announced
Volkswagen has announced that it will unveil a plug-in hybrid variant of the 2014 Golf during the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.
Audi A3 e-tron Plug-in Hybrid Delivers 157 MPG
The latest addition to the Audi lineup is based on the brand’s new A3 hatchback and delivers solid performance as well as exceptional fuel economy thanks to a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Diesel Hybrid Fits US Market: Land Rover Exec Says
Fine folks in Europe will get a gift from Land Rover soon: a diesel hybrid version of the 2013 Range Rover. But it won’t be marketed to Americans… for now.
Fisker Entertaining Possible Suitors
Fisker seems to be falling on hard times, and a new report suggests the brand might be on the market with Chinese firm Dongfeng Motor Corp tossing a $350 million offer into the ring.
Fisker Production Halted for Over 6 Months
Production of the Fisker Karma luxury plug-in hybrid has been on hold for longer than six months, but the brand says its supply is still sufficient.
Chevrolet Volt Sales Dip in November
Chevrolet’s answer to the electric car problem, the Volt, faltered in sales last month, dropping to roughly half the volume seen in September and October.
2013 Ford Fusion Named Green Car of the Year: 2012 LA Auto Show
The 2013 Ford Fusion was just named the “Green Car of the Year” today at the 2012 L.A. Auto Show.
Toyota Prius Burns After Being Flooded by Sandy
Hurricane Sandy gave the Eastern portion of the United States a what for last week, not to mention the Caribbean and points far beyond. Amid all the destruction and misery the automotive industry was impacted in a number of ways. In particular, the safety of electric cars has been brought up.
BMW i4 Could Debut at LA Auto Show
BMW’s i sub-brand is focused on sustainable mobility by offering purpose-built electric vehicles. The company has already revealed two amped-up concepts with the i3 and i8, but rumor has it another model is on the way.
Ford C-MAX Energi Range Rated at 620 Miles by EPA
Ford’s C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid utility vehicle can carry you for 620 miles on a single tank of gas according to the EPA.
Ford C-Max Energi Rated at 100 MPGe Combined
The new Ford C-Max Energi plug-in hybrid is officially rated at 100 MPGe combined by the EPA making it the most fuel efficient plug-in model in America.
Fisker Atlantic Pricing to Start Around $55,000
New information about the Fisker Atlantic is trickling out through Twitter, suggesting the car will come with a starting price in the $55,000 range.
BMW Concept Active Tourer Reveled: Paris Motor Show Preview
Heading to the 2012 Paris Motor Show will be the BMW Concept Active Tourer, which appears to be the concept car for the upcoming BMW 1 Series GT.
Mazda Rotary-Powered Plug-in Hybrid to Launch in 2013
Mazda is plotting a gasoline range-extended electric car and, as usual, is choosing to take its own path in the development, relying on engine technology exclusive to the brand.
Mitsubishi and Suzuki on Life Support
Ask anyone who’s been watching and they’ll probably tell you both Mitsubishi and Suzuki are living on borrowed time in the U.S. market.
Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid Announced for Paris
Japanese automaker Mitsubishi announced that it will bring a plug-in hybrid version of its Outlander to the upcoming Paris Motor Show this September.
Chevrolet Volt Demand Rises in California as Supply Falls
Consumers snubbed the Chevrolet Volt when it was more readily available, prompting the automaker to pare back production, but Californians are chancing their mind about the Chevy just as those decisions take hold of supply.
Bentley EXP 9 F Drivetrain Details Released, Plug-In Hybrid Possible
Bentley‘s controversial EXP 9 F SUV that debuted last month at the Geneva Auto Show is soldiering on despite overwhelmingly negative reception at its unveiling. More than a month later, the luxury automaker is revealing engine details including possibilities that might come as a surprise. As might be expected, a 4.0-liter V8 version is being…
