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BYD Song Ultra DM-i launched: PHEV SUV with 310 km pure electric range, priced from 453 million VND.

The BYD Song Ultra DM-i impresses with its fifth-generation hybrid technology, a total driving range of 1,845 km, and the integration of Didi Shrimp's advanced artificial intelligence.

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Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) and the truth about actual fuel consumption.

Real-world studies show that PHEVs are consuming significantly more fuel than the manufacturer's stated specifications due to users neglecting to keep them plugged in, negating the core benefits of this vehicle type.
Toyota RAV4 PHEV 2026: A 320-horsepower family SUV and a shift towards green vehicles.

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 completely eliminates the pure gasoline engine option, focusing instead on the PHEV variant with an electric range of 84 km and impressive acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.2 seconds.

Toyota RAV4 PHEV 2026: Over 320 horsepower and the economic challenges of an electrified SUV.

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 marks a turning point by exclusively using hybrid engines, with the PHEV version impressing with its 80 km electric range and DC fast charging capability.
Lotus For-Me PHEV: 952-horsepower SUV, 0–100 km/h in approximately 3 seconds.

Launched in China in December 2025, the Lotus For-Me PHEV is certified by the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology to accelerate from 0–100 km/h in approximately 3 seconds. Its 2.0T hybrid system with two motors delivers 952 horsepower.
Ford Bronco hybrid Europe: City version expected to go into production in 2027.

The European-exclusive Bronco is not the larger US version or the Bronco Sport; it is said to be smaller than the Kuga, a hybrid/PHEV, urban-oriented, and assembled in Valencia from 2027.
Toyota Corolla Concept: A hint of the new production version.

The Corolla Concept appears with active air vents, BEV-style body proportions, dual charging ports, and a fuel cap. Toyota confirms the new platform supports ICE, hybrid, PHEV, BEV; FCEV is possible.

Review of the 2024 Volvo XC90 facelift: B5 mild-hybrid and T8 PHEV
October 28, 2025 16:19

The XC90 remains in its second generation with its second facelift: a new grille, Matrix headlights, and an 11.2-inch screen. Singapore offers the B5 mild-hybrid and the 455 hp T8 PHEV, starting at SGD 444,000.
PHEV 2025: T&E data reveals emissions discrepancies.
October 27, 2025 21:50

A Transport & Environment study of 800,000 PHEVs revealed that actual CO₂ costs are nearly five times higher than reported. Users could end up spending an additional ₂500 per year; the EU is tightening the electric vehicle consumption coefficient for the period 2025–2028.
Lynk & Co 08 Holo Review: A PHEV SUV priced at 1.389 billion VND
October 25, 2025 09:47

The Lynk & Co 08 Holo uses a plug-in hybrid 1.5L turbo engine + P3 motor, producing 376 horsepower; a 39.8 kWh NCM battery with fast charging (30–80% in 28 minutes); 21-inch wheels; and a 23-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.
Lynk & Co 08 EM-P PHEV Review: 200 km electric range, fast charging.
October 25, 2025 06:17

Priced at 1.299–1.389 billion VND, the Lynk & Co 08 EM-P PHEV uses a 39.6 kWh battery for 200 km of WLTC electric range, 85 kW DC fast charging, and 345 horsepower; its 5-seat configuration competes with 7-seat SUVs.
Jaecoo J7 PHEV: A rare plug-in hybrid SUV in its segment.
October 24, 2025 04:49

Positioned as a D-SUV, the Jaecoo J7 PHEV is priced at 959 million VND, with an 80% discount on registration fees (approximately 96 million VND) and a 7-year or 1 million km warranty; engine and battery have a 10-year warranty.
Nissan Frontier PHEV Review: 410 horsepower
October 23, 2025 11:19

The Nissan Frontier PHEV goes on sale in China on October 30th, with a view to global exports; it features a 410-horsepower, 800 Nm hybrid engine, 135 km/h CLTC EV range, a 3.5-ton towing capacity, AWD, and Level 2 driver assistance.
BYD Seal 5 PHEV Review: C-segment Sedan with External Charging Ports
October 23, 2025 10:21

The BYD Seal 5 PHEV uses the DM-i Super Hybrid system, offering an electric range of 120 km and a total range of 1,200 km; it is 4,780 mm long with a wheelbase of 2,718 mm, promising to add another option to the C-segment sedan market.
BYD Seal 5 PHEV: Hybrid electric sedan, C-segment, priced at 696 million VND.
October 18, 2025 05:39

209 hp plug-in hybrid C-segment sedan, 0–100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, EV range of 188 km, fuel consumption of 3.2 liters/100 km; 17-inch wheels, MacPherson/torsion beam suspension, priced at 696 million VND.
BYD SEAL 5 DM-i PHEV Review: C-segment sedan priced at 696 million VND
October 18, 2025 05:37

The SEAL 5 DM-i is the first C-segment PHEV sedan, featuring a 1.5L engine and electric motor delivering 209 horsepower, an electric range of approximately 120 km, fuel consumption of 3.8 liters/100 km, and a price of 696 million VND.
Global sales of electrified vehicles reached a record 2.1 million units.
October 17, 2025 07:09

The global electrification market reached a new record in September with 2.1 million vehicles sold, but faces challenges as incentive policies in many major markets are about to end.
Omoda C7 SHS Flagship: A quick review before launch.
September 25, 2025 00:35

Quick review of the Omoda C7 SHS Flagship before its launch: slightly larger size in the C-SUV segment, PHEV powertrain with a total output of 255 kW, 18.4 kWh battery for a 95 km electric range, estimated price...

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