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Our experts deliver first-hand driving impressions and road tests with the latest fuel-efficient, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric car models. We judge their performance, practicality, efficiency, everyday usability, and value.
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6
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Apr 26, 2024
Long-Term Test: Nissan Ariya
After four months of driving, we discover an electric crossover that has fine value, comfort, space, and refinement. Recent price cuts make it even better, but don’t trust the navigation system to find quick charging.
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6
min
Apr 11, 2024
Road Test: 2024 Honda Prologue
Honda’s first all-electric midsize EV SUV borrows a battery, platform and some switchgear from the Chevy Blazer EV, but it has with major advantages in software – and also offers the full $7,500 federal rebate.
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6
min
Mar 25, 2024
Road Test: Lexus ES300h Hybrid
In the ever-expanding hybrid car market, the 2024 Lexus ES300h may be the best midsize luxury sedan you can buy for under $50,000.
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6
min
Mar 14, 2024
Audi e-tron GT Road Test
Audi's e-tron GT looks like an auto show concept car that's driven straight onto our roads. It has gorgeous looks, stupendous performance, and all of the luxury you'd expect from an Audi. What is it like to live with - and is its range enough for your needs? Read on to find out.
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6
min
Feb 27, 2024
Road Test: Jeep Wrangler 4xe
The plug-in hybrid Jeep offers lots of power, open-air adventure appeal, and a dash of electric refinement. It adds a new efficiency boost to the Wrangler’s traditional strengths in off-road prowess and aftermarket possibilities – especially with regular access to a Level 2 charger.
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4
min
Feb 5, 2024
Road Test: 2024 Ford Escape PHEV
Ford’s plug-in Escape lacks all-wheel drive or the Mustang Mach-E’s all-electric kick, but class-leading overall efficiency and an available $3,750 government rebate for buyers gives it worthy overall consumer appeal.
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6
min
Jan 15, 2024
Road Test: 2024 Kia EV9 Is the Best-Value Three-Row EV
The three-row Kia EV9 is much more than an electric version of the similarly-sized gas-powered Kia Telluride. It’s an advanced family hauler that tackles pricier EVs like the Rivian R1S and Tesla Model X.
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6
min
Jan 8, 2024
2024 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo Road Test
Porsche's Taycan is one of the original luxury EVs, with a lineup that extends from starting MSRPs of around $90,000 to almost $200,000. Which is the best model in the lineup? We think the GTS Sport Turismo may be the pick of the litter.
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6
min
Jan 3, 2024
2024 BMW i5 M60 Electric Sedan Road Test
BMW has a history of building sleek, luxurious, and cutting-edge sedans that are also great to drive. How does its new electric model, the i5, stack up to its gasoline predecessors?
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6
min
Jan 2, 2024
2024 Fisker Ocean Review
The Fisker Ocean is a great-looking electric SUV with some unique design touches as well as impressive range and performance. It's good value, too. Is it good enough to lure EV buyers away from more established brands?
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6
min
Dec 7, 2023
2024 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Road Test
The roomiest plug-in vehicle on the market, the Pacifica Hybrid has an EPA-estimated 32-mile all-electric range. There’s huge appeal in its combination of luxurious smoothness, minimal fuel bills when charged regularly, and impressive versatility.
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7
min
Nov 24, 2023
2024 Mazda CX-90 Plug-In Hybrid Road Test
Mazda has a history of building engaging driving machines, whatever the format. Its latest three-row SUV, the CX-90, offers an innovative plug-in hybrid powertrain with estimated 56 MPGe and an EV range of 26 miles.
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6
min
Nov 10, 2023
2023 Nissan Leaf: A Former Owner's Perspective
The electric Nissan Leaf is affordable yet dated in many ways now, but the ’24 model is available with a federal rebate again, and there are quite a few improvements in this inexpensive EV hatchback.
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6
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Oct 10, 2023
Road Test: Genesis Electrified GV70
Genesis, Hyundai's luxury brand, has added the choice of an electric drivetrain to its popular GV70 midsize SUV. It's fast, luxurious, and has impressive charging specs - but how does it compare against the Tesla Model Y?
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5
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Oct 6, 2023
Road Test: 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander
Since its introduction, Toyota has sold over 3 million Highlander SUVs, many of them fuel-sipping hybrids. Now, there is a new Grand Highlander with even more space - and it offers a choice of two hybrid powertrains.
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5
min
Aug 23, 2023
Innovative Jaguar i-Pace Gets Upgrades for 2024
Jaguar's i-Pace is one of our favourite EV SUVs. Designed from the ground up for electric power, it has a spacious interior, impressive range and performance, and fantastic versatility. Upgrades for 2024 make it even better.
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6
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Aug 9, 2023
Road Test: 2023 Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius hybrid has always offered impressive fuel economy along with practicality. The latest model gives you everything you loved about the Prius but in a sleek, exciting new design that's truly fun to drive.
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6
min
Aug 7, 2023
Road Test: 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid
Ford's Maverick is bringing back the compact pickup truck. It has a great package, is fun to drive, and comes with a choice of gasoline or hybrid engine options.
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6
min
Aug 4, 2023
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS Road Test
The EQS is the new flagship electric sedan fro Mercedes-Benz. As big and as expensive as the gasoline S-Class, it's packed with tech and luxury. Does it live up to the Mercedes reputation? Read on to find out.
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4
min
Jul 25, 2023
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Overland Review
We test drive and review the new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Overland- is the most fuel efficient Jeep ever made worthy of the "Jeep" badge? Click here to learn more about it.
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5
min
Jul 14, 2023
Subaru Solterra EV: Creating a Seamless Transition to Electrification
Whether you're a longtime Subaru owner or new to the brand, the new Solterra EV crossover is designed to make the transition to electric driving as smooth and easy as possible.
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5
min
Jul 13, 2023
2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV Review
If you own a business or operate a fleet of trucks, Chevrolet's new Silverado EV 4WT is here. Learn more about the new model here.
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5
min
Jun 16, 2023
Audi Q8 e-tron Road Test
Audi has updated the original e-tron EV SUV and turned it into the Q8 e-tron. The new model has much-improved range, new styling, a luxurious interior, and an excellent overall package.
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5
min
Jun 16, 2023
Subaru Solterra Road Test
The Subaru Solterra is a crossover that combines the virtues of a Subaru with the virtues of an electric car. What's it like to live with in the real world? Read on to find out.
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5
min
May 2, 2023
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Road Test
Toyota's perennially popular Corolla now has a crossover version, the Corolla Cross. The new Corolla Cross Hybrid adds the company's well-known hybrid system for 196 horsepower and 42 combined MPG. All mileage is EPA estimated.
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4
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Mar 27, 2023
Electric Hypercar Continues to Break Speed Records
Electric cars are attractive for reducing emissions and fuel consumption - but they also are capable of incredible performance. The Pininfarina Battista is a 1,900-hp electric supercar that's quicker than a Formula 1 racer, and it's street legal.
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5
min
Jan 31, 2023
Road Testing Toyota's Fifth Gen Prius
The car that introduced most of us to the word “hybrid” in connection to an automobile is now in it’s Fifth Generation with all new forward-thinking design, vastly improved looks, even more fuel economy, and a new word for the Prius… “Performance.”
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5
min
Jan 27, 2023
Road Testing Volvo's S60 Recharge
The Swedish luxury automaker has created a high-performance sedan that is safe, serene, and can blast you from zero to 60 miles per hour in just 4.2 seconds, all in a plug-in hybrid package that glides along for 41 miles before it needs a recharge. Wonder what they call it?
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4
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Jan 3, 2023
Nissan Updates the Leaf for 2023
Nissan has given its pioneering Leaf electric car a number of meaningful upgrades for the 2023 model year. It has more tech, updated styling, and offers better value. But some of its charging features lag newer competition.
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5
min
Dec 28, 2022
2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Road Test
Honda's incredibly popular CR-V has been redesigned for the 2023 model year. The highlight of the newest range is the CR-V Hybrid, which boasts two electric motors and fuel economy ratings of 40/34 city/highway, according to EPA estimates. What is it like to live with? We found out.
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5
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Dec 20, 2022
Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Hybrid Road Test
After fourteen years on the market, the new Toyota Tundra pickup truck is ready to take on America’s big three. Especially in its fully decked out TRD Pro Hybrid trim.
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6
min
Dec 19, 2022
Toyota's Woodland RAV4 Hybrid
Toyota’s RAV4 Hybrid SUV takes on a new and more aggressive look in 2023 with the RAV4 Woodland Edition. Bringing off-road thrills in a fuel-efficient package, America's favorite hybrid SUV is now primed with even more power, performance, safety and comfort options.
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6
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Nov 29, 2022
Toyota Crown Hybrid Road Test
Is there still a market for large sedans? Toyota seems to think so. Its new top model, the Crown, is a different and intriguing take on the luxury sedan. It combines a tall, almost SUV-like ride height with standard all-wheel drive and and impressively efficient hybrid powertrain.
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6
min
Nov 8, 2022
Road Test: McLaren's 671-hp Plug-In Artura Supercar
The McLaren Artura is one of a new breed of plug-in hybrid supercars, capable of over 200 mph while also driving emissions-free in the city. What is it like balancing the ability to go 0-60 mph in less than 3 seconds with silent electric running? Read on to find out.
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4
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Oct 24, 2022
Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Hybrid
After over 20 years on the market, the new 2023 Toyota Tundra pickup truck is ready to take on America’s big three full-size pickup trucks. Especially in its TRD Pro Hybrid trim.
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5
min
Oct 21, 2022
Ford F-150 Lightning Road Test
Ford Motor Company has a hit on its hands with the F-150 Lightning. America’s best-selling truck is now available as an all-electric wonder wagon with a zero to 60 mph time of 4-seconds!
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4
min
Oct 10, 2022
Audi Q4 e-tron SUV Road Test
Audi's new Q4 e-tron is an important new model, a pure-electric SUV aimed straight at the heart of the market. On paper it has a lot going for it, sized like a Q3 outside, but with space like a Q5 inside. Is it as good in the real world as well as on paper? Read on to find out.
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3
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Jul 1, 2022
2023 Toyota bZ4X Road Test
Toyota’s first electric car is being mass produced with a weird name, the Toyota bZ4x. It joins the growing ranks of compact crossovers with impressive options, range and charge times.
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5
min
Jun 30, 2022
2022 BMW iX Road Test
Get past the polarizing looks and you quickly discover that the BMW iX is one of the most clever, and most innovative new products from the legacy German premium brands. It's great to drive, has excellent range, and a versatile interior.
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6
min
Jun 29, 2022
Mercedes-Benz EQXX: 626 Miles On One Charge
Travelling from Mercedes’ home in Germany across the Swiss Alps and Northern Italy, to its destination of Cassis on the Côte d'Azur in France, the prototype EQXX covered more than 626 miles in everyday traffic, on a single battery charge.
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6
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Mar 21, 2022
2022 Audi e-tron Sportback Road Test
Audi’s e-tron, one of the original premium German electric vehicles, has a new sibling called Sportback. What was it like to live with during a cold Canadian winter?
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6
min
Mar 3, 2022
2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Road Test
A five-seat SUV priced in the low-forties before incentives, the Volkswagen ID.4 aimed directly at the heart of one of the biggest and most competitive segments in the market. What is it like to live with?
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6
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Feb 18, 2022
2022 MINI Cooper S Electric Road Test
For 2022, the Mini Cooper S Electric has had its EPA-rated range upgraded to 114 miles, retaining its 181-horsepower, 199-pound-feet electric motor. While its range may not be impressive, it is great fun to drive - and a perfect electric city car. Read on to learn more.
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6
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Jan 13, 2022
2022 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo Road Test
Is there anything the Taycan Cross Turismo doesn’t do? It’s great to look at, fantastic to drive, and its spacious cabin provides additional versatility compared to the luxurious Taycan sedan.
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2
min
Dec 10, 2021
Preview: Zapp i300 eScooter
Zapp's new all-electric scooter is being called a transportation solution for urbanites who want an EV but don’t have the dedicated parking space for recharging an electric car.
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5
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Dec 1, 2021
2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Review
Since its debut on American roads a few months back, the new Jeep Wrangler 4xe Hybrid is selling like proverbial hot cakes. It's no wonder: this plug-in hybrid combines legendary Jeep capability with excellent electric range and the promise of zero emissions driving in the city.
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3
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Nov 10, 2021
Toyota Mirai: The Future Of Hydrogen EVs
Mirai is a Japanese word that means “future.” It is also the name of Toyota’s forward-thinking mid-size hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (FCV) and it is one of the first mass produced hydrogen-powered electric cars on the market. But, where does hydrogen fit into the scheme of things?
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6
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Oct 27, 2021
2022 Rivian R1T Road Test
The Rivian R1T pickup truck is a true game-changer. It does everything very well and does a number of things that no other pickup truck is capable of. It may very well have the ability to change the minds of a lot of people who would normally never consider buying an all-electric vehicle.
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2
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Apr 2, 2021
Honda Clarity: The Ultimate Zero Emission Vehicle
You might call the Honda Clarity the ultimate ZEV since at one time or another in its history, the Clarity has been all three of these technological wonders: an all-electric car, a plug-in hybrid, and a hydrogen fuel-cell electric car.
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4
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Mar 10, 2021
2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Road Test
For the second time in Ford’s long history, the new Mustang might just transform the brand. This time, the Mustang Mach-E crossover is taking it into an all-electric future. Read more about it here.
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4
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Jan 5, 2021
2022 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Road Test
The Taycan is currently the fastest electric car in the world. Perhaps we should say it is the “quickest” electric car since we are talking about zero to 60 mph times or rolling 50 to 100 mph times. What is the Taycan Turbo S like to drive? Find out here.
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