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Detroit Bureau Chief Aaron Bragman set out to see if the Prius Prime XSE Premium could achieve its stated 39 miles of electric range — or if it could do better.
By Aaron Bragman
May 17, 2024

Plug-in hybrid vehicles can be connected to an outside electric source, while a conventional hybrid cannot.
By Cars.com Editors
May 13, 2024

Regular maintenance for a hybrid, including normal wear and tear, generally doesn’t entail higher costs than a conventional gas-only vehicle, but repairs can be more complicated.
By Fred Meier
May 10, 2024

You probably know buying a hybrid car will save you some gas, if you’re comparing it with a similar non-hybrid. But there are some things you might not know.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
May 6, 2024

After 40 more days in service, our Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is back on track and driving straight.
By Brian Normile
May 3, 2024

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma’s overall towing feel and confidence is now on par with the best in the class.
By Matt Barnes
May 1, 2024

There were takeaways from commuting in the Model Y that could be helpful for those looking to spend a lot of miles and minutes in the EV.
By Joe Bruzek
April 25, 2024

The refreshed 2025 Toyota Camry’s hybrid drivetrain, stylistic rework and impressive uplevel trims make it one of the best mid-size sedans you can buy.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

We weren’t able to travel as far as the 2023 Grand Cherokee 4xe’s 26-mile EPA-estimated electric range, but we weren’t far off.
By Mike Hanley
February 27, 2024

Our 2021 Tesla Model Y did not last the entire route that totaled 260 miles on a single charge, but it came close.
By Brian Normile
February 21, 2024