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Toyota RAV4 Can Power Homes for a Week in Japan
Innovation4d ago

Toyota RAV4 Can Power Homes for a Week in Japan

Toyota's 2026 RAV4 plug-in hybrid can keep a house running for nearly a week during power outages, but American buyers won't get this lifesaving feature. The Japan-spec SUV offers emergency backup power that could transform how families prepare for disasters.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Nissan's First Plug-In Hybrid Starts Under $46K
Daily MixFeb 11

Nissan's First Plug-In Hybrid Starts Under $46K

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.

Electrek2 min read
Hybrid SUV Drives 182 Miles on Battery Power Alone
VideosFeb 3

Hybrid SUV Drives 182 Miles on Battery Power Alone

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.

CleanTechnica3 min read
Volvo Designs Plug-In Hybrids With 100-Mile Electric Range
VideosJan 25

Volvo Designs Plug-In Hybrids With 100-Mile Electric Range

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.

CleanTechnica2 min read
China's EV Sales Hit 54% of All New Cars Sold in 2025
VideosJan 21

China's EV Sales Hit 54% of All New Cars Sold in 2025

More than half of all new cars sold in China last year were electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, marking a historic shift in the world's largest auto market. The trend suggests the country could be fully electrified a decade ahead of schedule.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Electric Porsches Outsell Gas Models in Europe for First Time
Planet WinsJan 18

Electric Porsches Outsell Gas Models in Europe for First Time

For the first time ever, electric and plug-in hybrid Porsches outsold traditional gas models across Europe in 2025, with nearly one in three being fully electric. The luxury sports car maker's home continent is leading a shift toward cleaner performance vehicles.

Electrek2 min read