Hybrid/Plug-in Hybrid

Fully electric SUVs are nice, but they’re not what every driver needs. For a lot of people, a plug-in hybrid SUV makes more sense. There’s a large-capacity battery that enables dozens of kilometres of pure electric driving and a good old combustion engine to eliminate range anxiety on long trips …

Stellantis’ debuts at the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show this week were nothing more than special editions of the Fiat 500e and Chrysler Pacifica . However, two future electrified vehicles were also confirmed by some of the automaker’s top execs. First, Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa told journalists on hand that …

The Acura Integra is preparing to offer a new hybrid option, which would be a first in the entry-level luxury segment. People familiar with the company’s plans have told The Car Guide that an electrified powertrain will be part of the 2026 model lineup, joining the turbocharged 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre …

Mercedes‑Benz is busy working on the next generation of its entry-level sedan, the CLA . Development is ramping up as the global premiere will take place sometime in 2025, with sales in Canada to begin for the 2026 model year. This week, the automaker shared a bit more information about …

A new plug-in hybrid SUV offering unbeatable zero-emission range is about to launch in Canada. We’re talking about the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC, which is due to arrive at dealerships later this fall. Combining a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and 24.8kWh high-voltage battery, the latest …

We now know a little more about Subaru ’s next-generation hybrid system, which will debut in the upcoming Crosstrek Hybrid that’s set to launch in Japan this December. Dubbed “Strong Hybrid,” the highly efficient powertrain is built around a newly developed 2.5-litre flat-four engine that produces 158 hp and 154 …

This is a big week for Nissan . In addition to the debut of the all-new 2025 Murano , the automaker has announced the launch of the NISSAN ENERGY Charge Network, which aims to make life easier for Ariya and future Nissan EV drivers via the MyNISSAN app. In related …

The Lexus LX is by far the largest and most luxurious SUV in the Japanese brand’s lineup, yet after all these years it’s still missing something, namely a hybrid powertrain. Well, that won’t be the case anymore. For the 2025 model year, Lexus is introducing the new LX 700h. Riding …

Faced with a significant drop in sales over the past 18 months, Jeep had to resort to cutting production and prices for select models in recent weeks, but there’s still work to do to fix the situation. Essentially, the brand has to offer more vehicles that people want and can …

With the sixth-generation Toyota RAV4 on the way for the 2026 model year, the current RAV4 is essentially unchanged for 2025. Exceptions include some new body colours and new logos. You see, the RAV4 Hybrid will now sport an “HEV” badge, while the RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid variant will receive …