Unlike plug-in hybrids (PHEV) or electric cars, hybrid cars – sometimes called 'self-charging' hybrids – don't need plugging in to keep their batteries topped up. The trade-off is that hybrid ...

If you fancy driving in electric mode but you're not quite ready to say goodbye to a petrol engine, a hybrid car could be the answer. Indeed, hybrids – also known as 'self-charging hybrids' – offer ...

They argue that terms like “self-charging hybrid” give consumers ... One example they highlight is the use of "hybrid" to describe cars with mild hybrid technology. According to activists ...

What is a hybrid car? Despite them being on the UK's roads for almost 25 years, it's still a question we are asked regularly. Perhaps that's because the proliferation of choice in recent years and ...

The model promises to bring futuristic styling and a self-charging hybrid powertrain ... alongside the Leaf crossover, a kei car, and another mysterious debut that could be the Kicks SUV.

Not everyone is ready to take the plunge and buy a fully electric car, which makes plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) a great ‘stepping stone’ option. These cars combine an internal combustion engine ...

In real-world conditions, the hybrid model returned a tested mileage of 25.9 kmpl, which is exceptional for a vehicle in this class. The self-charging hybrid powertrain supports pure electric ...

As car makers continue their efforts to ... that’s now powered by the brand's tried-and-tested ‘self-charging’ petrol-electric hybrid technology. The British-built hatch is offered in ...