Should plug-in hybrid cars be banned in Europe?

In Europe, plug-in hybrid cars are in the spotlight. The reason: their fuel consumption, much higher than what the manufacturers announce on the technical sheets. The risk: that drivers pollute without realizing it. Would you be in favor of an outright ban on plug-in hybrid cars in Europe? Mercedes E-Class PHEV Plug-in hybrid cars integrate … Read more

Europe proves how harmful and useless plug-in hybrid cars are

The European Commission has just published the results of a very large study, the first of its kind. This allows us to conclude with certainty that plug-in hybrid cars are harmful to the environment and health. Except for one detail. Land Rover Defender PHEV In July 2022, the NGO Transport & Environment sounded the alarm. … Read more

The electric car, not so green? The most environmentally friendly model is a plug-in hybrid

Toyota voiture électrique hybride rechargeable écologique

The greenest car currently is not an electric vehicle (EV). No, it's a plug-in hybrid, according to the results of a study comparing the full life cycle of most of the latest models: it's the Toyota Prime SE. ©Toyota Like every year, the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (aka ACEEE) looked at the latest … Read more