plug-in hybrid

“Wolf in sheep’s clothing”: What’s wrong with plug-in hybrid electric vehicles

“Wolf in sheep’s clothing”: What’s wrong with plug-in hybrid electric vehicles

Plug in hybrids are touted as transition drivetrain that can help drivers take first step towards zero emissions future, but rarely operate without fossil fuels.
Australia misses out on smartest plug-in hybrid EVs because of poor vehicle standards

Australia misses out on smartest plug-in hybrid EVs because of poor vehicle standards

A new crop of “smart” plug in hybrid electric vehicles that will automatically switch to ‘electric only’ in certain geo-fenced areas in cities will not be available in Australia.
Range Rover and Land Rover models available as plug-in hybrid from 2021

Range Rover and Land Rover models available as plug-in hybrid from 2021

Range Rover and Land Rover models to be available in 2021 in Australia as plug in hybrids.
BMW winds up i8 plug-in hybrid sports car production

BMW winds up i8 plug-in hybrid sports car production

German carmaker BMW heralds the end of production of its i8 plug-in hybrid, after six years on market and 20,000 units sold.
New Mitsubishi Outlander plug-in gets bigger battery, same range

New Mitsubishi Outlander plug-in gets bigger battery, same range

New Outlander PHEV (plug-in hybrid) gets better tech, and a larger battery … but no increase in range.
2019 Hyundai Ioniq PHEV review: relaxed and roomy, but lacks vigour

2019 Hyundai Ioniq PHEV review: relaxed and roomy, but lacks vigour

The Hyundai Ioniq PHEV fastback offers nimble responsiveness with extra space in the back for luggage, but has performance issues due to plug-in hybrid powertrain.
First BMW X3 plug-in hybrid 4WD to hit Australian market in mid-2020

First BMW X3 plug-in hybrid 4WD to hit Australian market in mid-2020

BMW to release plug-in hybrid version of X3 model in 2020, arguing plug-in hybrids best compromise as Australia still finding its feet with charging infrastructure.
What are plug-in hybrid electric vehicles?

What are plug-in hybrid electric vehicles?

With a smaller ICE and a larger battery than a HEV, the battery in a PHEV can be recharged in up to three ways.