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Latest hybrid news for October 2025

The Great Hybrid Revival: 2026 Models Lead a New Efficiency Wave

There are hundreds of different hybrid vehicles available today and many more coming in 2026 such as the Honda Elevate SUV, the redesigned Hyundai Palisade three-row SUV, the Karma Amaris plug-in hybrid coupe, and an all-wheel drive Ford Maverick pickup. Volvo is creating a new hybrid from its plant in South Carolina to get around current trade tariffs.

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Hop on a JackRabbit

eBikes are showing up everywhere these days and the folks at JackRabbit are dedicated to making a line of ultra lightweight, portable micro eBikes with a range of over 20 miles.

EV Sales go up First Quarter

EV sales in the U.S. continue to gain ground in 2025, making a notable leap in the first quarter compared to 2024. Some automakers saw huge surges in sales while others faltered. Who were the winners and losers?

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This Small Innovation is Making EV Batteries Much Safer

A clever new feature on EV batteries in Renault vehicles makes EV battery fires much easier to manage, potentially making “thermal runaway” a thing of the past.

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GM and ChargePoint Partner to Open 500 EV Fast Chargers

Public charging infrastructure continues to grow in the U.S., making it more convenient than ever to charge on the go. General Motors and ChargePoint recently announced a new partnership that will open 500 of the fastest chargers available on the market, with the first set to open in 2025.

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EV Infrastructure Grew Massively in 2024

Is public charging infrastructure growing fast enough to support drivers’ needs to travel? Statistics from Thanksgiving week, the busiest travel time of the year, shows that availability and reliability of public fast charging has significantly improved in the last year.

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Over 90 Percent of EV Drivers Will Never Go Back to Gas

Headlines claiming a roll-back in EV interest are likely overblown. A recent global survey, with significant U.S. contribution, shows that almost all EV drivers are likely to purchase another.

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EV Battery Prices Will Fall by 50 Percent Between Now and 2026

The most expensive component in an EV is its battery. Investment firm Goldman Sachs estimates that batteries in 2026 will cost half as much as they do now. If so, EVs will achieve a cost of ownership advantage compared to gasoline vehicles, even without incentives. Is this where the EV revolution really starts?

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New Study Shows EVs Cost Thousands Less to Own

A new study looking at total ownership costs in the Canadian market shows that, despite higher purchase prices, electric cars offer their owners over $18,000 in savings over five years.

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What the Latest U.S. Election Means for EV Shoppers

The latest U.S. election brings significant implications for the car industry, and especially for electric cars. Will the federal tax credit go away? What other changes are in store? And should you buy an EV before the year is out?

EV power at home

How an EV Helped a Family Weather a Storm

When a tornado knocked out the power in Joe Erickson’s neighborhood, the vehicle-to-load feature of his Kia EV6 helped keep his family’s home powered while the grid was down. Here’s how it worked.

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Ford and Southern California Edison Will Pay You To Support the Grid

Vehicle-to-grid technology uses the battery in your EV to support the electrical grid when you’re plugged in – improving the grid’s resilience and lowering energy costs. Ford’s new partnership with Southern California Edison is the first to provide a tangible financial upside for EV drivers.

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How Kia and Hyundai Are Managing Heat to Improve EV Efficiency

Three new technologies – nano cooling films, radiant heating, and metal-coated glass, could help significantly improve the efficiency and range of electric vehicles. How do they work? Read on to find out.

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New and Used EVs are Now More Affordable Than Ever

If you’re thinking about switching to electric, the deals on new cars have never been better. Plus, lower new car pricing has helped push down pricing of used EVs as well, making now a great time to make the switch. The only caveat? It’s not a great time to be trading in an EV you already own.

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Which 2024 EVs Have the Highest Customer Satisfaction?

The latest J.D. Power Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study shows that EV drivers love their vehicles – for the first time, even more than gasoline vehicle owners love theirs. In fact, EVs drove the highest ownership satisfaction results in the survey’s history

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