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Volvo is developing plug-in hybrids that act like electric vehicles with backup engines, offering 100 miles of electric range for daily driving. The new approach could help nervous drivers transition to full electric vehicles while enjoying the benefits of zero-emission commutes.
A jet powered by NASA and GE Aerospace's hybrid-electric engine just became the first of its kind to fly above 30,000 feet, proving clean aviation isn't just a distant dream. The breakthrough could slash fuel costs for passenger planes while protecting the planet.
A massive electric aircraft just completed a breakthrough test flight that brings us closer to clean, quiet air travel. AutoFlight's Matrix seats 10 passengers and could revolutionize both cargo transport and emergency response.
A British company just proved electric air taxis can fly like helicopters and planes in the same flight. The April test brings paying passengers one step closer to skipping traffic from the sky.
After years of red tape, American electric air taxis are finally taking off. A new FAA program will launch commercial passenger flights from Manhattan to Texas starting this summer.
Electric vehicles have become cheaper than hybrid cars globally for the first time, making clean transportation accessible to millions more people. Affordable batteries and competitive pricing from Chinese automakers are accelerating the shift to zero-emission driving in emerging markets.
A new hybrid cargo ship running between South Australia and Adelaide operates on battery power 40% of the time, cutting emissions while carrying limestone for cement production. The vessel can be upgraded to run on 100% electric power in the future.
A gigantic electric drone the size of a small airplane just completed a test flight in China, carrying enough seats for 10 passengers and showing what the future of flying taxis might actually look like. The 5-ton Matrix aircraft could transform how we travel through cities, though experts say we're still a few years away from booking our first sky ride.
A plug-in hybrid SUV just shattered expectations by driving 182 miles on pure electric power, proving eco-friendly cars can handle real-world road trips. The Lynk & Co 08 earned a Guinness World Record for the longest electric-only range ever achieved by a hybrid SUV.
GE Aerospace just successfully tested a hybrid-electric jet engine powerful enough to fly commercial airliners like the Boeing 737. The breakthrough solves the biggest problem holding back electric flight: batteries are too heavy.
A 25,000-pound all-electric aircraft just flew over New York, proving that zero-emission commercial aviation is closer than ever. Heart Aerospace's X1 demonstrator could reshape air travel economics within a decade.
A new hybrid engine that combines turboprop and electric power just passed a crucial test, promising to make regional flights much cleaner without grounding existing planes. Best part? Airlines can retrofit their current aircraft instead of buying new ones.
A $850 million aircraft factory will bring nearly 2,000 jobs to Springfield, Ohio, building hybrid-electric planes that can take off from parking lots. The investment shows big money betting on cleaner, quieter regional flights becoming reality.
An Israeli startup just flew one of the world's largest unmanned electric cargo drones, carrying 550 pounds without a pilot onboard. The aircraft is already revolutionizing how aid and supplies reach remote areas.
Flying taxis are about to become reality across America. The FAA just approved eight programs letting electric aircraft companies start testing in 26 states as early as this summer.
Jason Momoa partnered with UK company Electrogenic to convert five vintage vehicles into electric powerhouses, including three century-old Harley-Davidson motorcycles that now run on battery, gas, or both. The custom builds let riders flip between power sources with a simple switch while keeping the classic look and feel intact.
Nissan just launched its first plug-in hybrid for American drivers, and it could make eco-friendly family vehicles more accessible. The 2026 Rogue PHEV offers 38 miles of electric-only driving while keeping the price competitive with rivals.
After months driving four electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles through Utah and Colorado's mountains, two journalists discovered there's no wrong choice anymore. The right vehicle simply depends on how you drive.
America's iconic sports car just proved that going electric doesn't mean sacrificing speed or breaking the bank. The new Corvette ZR1X hybrid is outrunning million-dollar supercars at a fraction of their price.
Battery-powered planes could connect popular European routes like London to Dublin and Barcelona to Ibiza within four years. The small aircraft would cut emissions by up to 80% on short trips where trains aren't an option.
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