Surprisingly large numbers of hybrid car owners don't bother to use the electric power that's part of the selling point. Is this a problem?

Traditional ICE (internal combustion engine) cars keep the 12-volt battery topped up with an alternator. When the gas engine is running, a belt turns the alternator, which generates DC power to ...

Andrew's love for all things automotive goes back over two decades to when he was a kid. Whether it was collecting Hot Wheels, building model cars, or going to NASCAR races with his family, he was ...

Best plug-in hybrid cars and SUVs you can buy in 2026.Comparing the best plug-in hybrid cars and crossover SUVs on the market ...

The process of converting is simple and does not require any permanent modification. The Lenink kit includes dummy battery cells that resemble AA batteries, along with a cable and an AC power adapter ...

A hybrid has two batteries, and the bigger one matters more than most drivers realize. Here's what can happen when it fails, plus signs to watch for.

The world's largest battery manufacturer, CATL, announced on Thursday a new style of battery destined to create a cleaner, longer-range generation of plug-in hybrid vehicles. The Freevoy Super Hybrid ...

Mazda said the striking four-door show car can drive up to 99 miles on battery power alone. The Mazda Vision X-Coupe concept was revealed at the Japan Mobility Show 2025. The four-door show car has a ...