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Nathaniel is an experienced automotive writer with more than 10 years of automotive writing under his belt. From model reviews to industry politics to new innovations and development, he covers a wide ...

Electric vehicles may sound confusing, but they’re easy to understand with a little bit of explanation. First, it helps to know the difference between electric vehicles and electrified vehicles: An ...

Confused by hybrid cars? We break down regular hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), and mild hybrids—and explain which one makes sense for you. Buying a car in 2026 can feel like buying a complicated ...

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Volkswagen is adding a new type of hybrid to its lineup, aimed at buyers who want better fuel efficiency without stepping up ...

Major automakers are set to resurrect a type of hybrid vehicle that seemed dead in the U.S. just a few years ago to meet a changing consumer demand landscape. Extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) ...