Not all hybrids work the same way—here’s a simple guide to the different types of hybrid powertrains and how they differ.

Confused by hybrid cars? We break down regular hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), and mild hybrids—and explain which one makes sense for you. Buying a car in 2026 can feel like buying a complicated ...

Welcome to SHIFT Basics, a collection of tips, explainers, guides, and advice to keep you up to speed with mobility tech. When it comes to low emission vehicles, broadly speaking, there are three ...

The Toyota Prius was not the first hybrid car brought to market, but it was the first modern gasoline-electric vehicle to muster real sales success. But the Prius didn't just bring the concept of a ...

Major automakers are set to resurrect a type of hybrid vehicle that seemed dead in the U.S. just a few years ago to meet a changing consumer demand landscape. Extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) ...

Electric and hybrid car sales are on the rise as the Biden administration proposes tougher greenhouse gas emissions for cars and trucks sold in the U.S. Over 105 thousand hybrid vehicles were sold in ...