Tag: PHEVs
Plug-In Hybrids Pollute Almost As Much As Petrol Cars — EU Data
Even in electric mode, PHEVs still burn fuel and emit 68g of CO2/km, on average. Their hidden fuel consumption costs the average PHEV driver €500 extra a year. The EU car industry wants plug-in hybrid vehicles to be considered carbon neutral, but data from thousands of vehicles shows that PHEVs … [continued]
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The European Union’s Zero-Emission Trajectory Seems To Be On Track
Breaking down the contents of the ICCT’s tremendously detailed report Since CleanTechnica is in Europe for a little while, we made it a point to see how the electric vehicle scene is and at the same time gather first hand information on some of the locations visited. We’ve published various … [continued]
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BYD Elevates Range & Efficiency as China Raises the Regulatory Bar
Over the weekend, BYD introduced a refreshed Han, increasing the battery range of the DM-I (PHEV) to 245 km (152 mi), almost doubling the battery range. That’s more than many early BEVs and enough range to cover typical weekly usage with a couple of charges. In addition, fuel efficiency once … [continued]
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EVs At 31.1% Share In Germany – Leapmotor B10 SUV Debuts
September saw plugin EVs at 31.1% share in Germany, up from 23.7% share year-on-year. BEV volume increased by 32% YoY, while PHEVs grew 85%. Overall auto volume was 235,528 units, up some 13% YoY. September’s best-selling BEV was the Volkswagen ID.3. September’s auto sales saw combined EVs at 31.1% share … [continued]
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Cross-Country Electric Vehicle Road Trips Showcase E-Mobility Readiness In South Africa
South Africa’s Automotive Business Council, naamsa, recently held its 90th anniversary as part of the South African Automotive Week 2025, in Gqeberha, in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. That meant, for this year’s event, an exciting opportunity for a road trip arose. The event became an exciting destination for electric … [continued]
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