Are More People Buying Hybrids?
Hybrid sales saw a big increase in April in the US. Sales of hybrid models were up 9.2 percent. Hybrids now account for 14.5 percent of all new vehicles sold.…
How Long Will It Be Around?
Honda will continue building several core models through the end of the decade. A next-generation Odyssey minivan might not arrive until early 2030. The Accord might become hybrid-only in 2030.…
Corvette ZR1X Shatters More Lap Records
The Corvette ZR1X has set two new lap records. It has set record laps at Sonoma Raceway and NCM Motorsport Park. The ZR1X is a hybrid that makes 1,250 horsepower.…
Ford Three-Row EV SUV: Final Design Revealed
Ford’s former EV boss shared an image of the company’s canceled three-row electric SUV on his LinkedIn page. Ford canceled the EV in 2024 due to falling demand. Ford says…
Audi Five-Cylinder Not Dead In Europe? Automaker Considers Hybrid
Audi’s Five-Cylinder Not Dead Yet? Europe Might Get Hybrid Version Audi could hybridize the five-cylinder engine to keep it on sale in Europe. The 2.5-liter five-cylinder does not meet Europe’s…
This Chinese Automaker Just Made The Most Efficient Engine Ever
Geely has made a combustion engine that achieves 48.4 percent thermal efficiency. It is a record for combustion engines. The hybrid powertrain can achieve 105 miles per gallon. China’s star…
The New Nissan Xterra Will Only Be Gasoline-Powered
The new Xterra will debut with an ICE-only powertrain. It will use a V6, not a turbocharged four-cylinder. No manual transmission option planned. Enjoyers of simple, rugged off-road vehicles can,…
Record-Setting First Quarter, Sales Up 4.1 Percent
Kia sold 207,015 cars through the first three months of the year, up 4.1 percent. The Sportage remains the brand’s best-selling model, with 44,704 units sold. Sales for Kia’s two…
Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid Aims To Maximize Your Adventure
The Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid adds power and fuel efficiency to the off-road-focused model. Subaru claims a 25 percent increase in fuel efficiency over the standard Forester Wilderness. This is…
Finally Happening: Koenigsegg Gemera Enters Production!
The Koenigsegg Gemera is a four-door hypercar with a hybrid powertrain that delivers 2,300 horsepower and 2,028 pound-feet of torque. Koenigsegg first unveiled the Gemera back in 2020. 300 examples…