Tag: Hybrid
First Look: 2017 Hyundai Ioniq hybrid, plug-in and electric
One of the reveals at the New York Auto Show is the long awaited Toyota Prius competitor from Hyundai. And unveiling their first dedicated Hybrid model, the new 2017 Hyundai Ioniq, is actually three. Entering the w...
2025 Toyota Crown Signia: First Look
Because Toyota desperately needs another SUV in their showroom right? Whether you share that sentiment or not, the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia brings a crossover SUV variant to their Crown nameplate next year – offer...
Review: Zone Offroad Leveling Kit for Ford Maverick
In the pursuit of building up our long-term test Ford Maverick Hybrid to have more capability out on the trail, a leveling kit was at the top of the list. There are a number of them on the market, the most popular...
Under The Hood: 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid
The 2018-2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid features the latest generation of the brand’s venerable Hybrid Synergy Drive system well proven. Here there is a 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle gasoline engine with D4-S fuel-injection ...
Reality Check: Ford lowers MPG ratings on 2013-2014 models
Ford owners are getting a reality check this week, in the mail in fact ranging from $150 to over $1000 as good will payments as it lowers fuel economy ratings on several cars. Already having been stung by incorrect...
Under The Hood: 2018-2021 Honda Accord Hybrid
The 2018-2021 Honda Accord Hybrid features a 2.0 liter Atkinson Cycle four-cylinder engine with dual overhead cams with i-VTEC variable cam timing and branded as “Earth Dreams”. It's factory engine code is LFA1. ...
2025 Ford Maverick Predictions & Wishlist
With the first major refresh of the Ford Maverick likely to come for the 2025 model year unless it gets pushed back, the popular compact pickup that all but owns the market could get a number of updates in style, ...
Under The Hood: 2023 Lexus RX 500h
The 2024 and newer Lexus RX 500h AWD was the first vehicle from the brand to showcase their all-new high-end turbocharged hybrid powertrain option that takes power and driving enjoyment up a few levels from the ba...
Ford Maverick Hybrid Engine: Where is it really made?
There have been a growing number of anecdotal accounts online in owner forums and even on YouTube that Ford has shifted production of the 2.5-liter Atkinson Cycle engines found in the Ford Maverick Hybrid from Mex...
Test Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid
For 2023 the Kia Sportage is all-new from the ground up with the latest styling language from the brand known as Opposites United. What does that mean? A lot of futuristic details and artistic ovations likes its b...
