Peugeot will launch more than one plug-in hybrid by 2020, according to Viknesh Vijayenthiran at Motor Authority. The automaker is in the midst of a transition to a greener vehicle lineup. Though no official tech specs have been announced, Peugeot may employ a dual motor turbocharged system capable of 500hp as it did in test models a few years ago.…
Green Car Reports says that BMW has reached its ambitious goal of selling 100,000 electrified vehicles this year — with a month to spare. The German automaker has sold nearly as many electrified vehicles this year as it did between the time it launched the i brand in 2013 and the end of 2016. That achievement puts it ahead of…
Plugincars.com has a comprehensive rundown of state and federal incentives for purchasing a plug-in hybrid or electric car. Incentives include federal tax credits up to $7,500 for buying a new plug-in hybrid or electric car, depending on battery size. Other incentives include tax credits for purchasing charging equipment, insurance discounts, and special electricity rates. Read more.
A recent survey of drivers in 10 states found that consumers want more choices when it comes to plug-in hybrids and all-electric vehicles. “Consumers looking for a new vehicle this summer are thinking more about the many benefits of driving on electricity,” said Josh Goldman, lead policy analyst for the UCS Clean Vehicles Program. “More than 65 percent of survey respondents want…
The biggest challenge with electric vehicles is the limited range they can travel. That makes plug-in hybrids the ideal choice for consumers who want to go green but need to drive long distances on occasion. Wall St. Cheat Sheet ranked the plug-in hybrids that can travel the furthest in pure-electric mode. The Chevy Volt (38 miles) tops the list, followed by the…
A trio of German automakers — Mercedes, Volkswagen and BMW — have aggressive plans for introducing plug-in hybrids. Mercedes has announced plans to introduce 10 new plug-in hybrid models by 2017. That follows news that Volkswagen will launch over twenty electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles over the next few years in China. BMW recently announced its first plug-in hybrid. “Plug-in hybrids are a key technology on…
Green Car Congress reports that Mercedes-Benz will introduce 10 new plug-in hybrid models by 2017 as part of a strategic emphasis on plug-in hybrids. Mercedes’ Plug-In Hybrid system is based on a modular parallel hybrid system with an additional clutch integrated between the combustion engine and the electric motor. Read more.
Honda will introduce a new plug-in hybrid model and battery-electric vehicle by 2018 as part of its effort to remain a strong competitor in the alternative-fuels vehicle market. Read more.
Hyundai recently launched its first plug-in hybrid vehicle at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle will travel up to 22 miles on electric power and can recharge in as little as two and a half hours. It will go on sale later this year. Read more.
Consultant RP Siegel says we may be reaching a tipping point when it comes to eco-friendly cars. He notes there will be at least 15 new electric vehicle models hitting marketplace this year, including a BMW luxury SUV that promises 62 mpg. Read more.