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EVs will be Cheaper than Petrol Cars in all Segments by 2027, BNEF Analysis Finds

EV Obssesion

Electric cars and vans will be cheaper to make than fossil-fuel vehicles in every light vehicle segment across Europe from 2027 at the latest, according to a new BloombergNEF study commissioned by Transport & Environment (T&E).

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2025 GWM Haval H6GT PHEV Review: New plug-in hybrid packs in the value and EV range to make life tough for BYD Sealion 6, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

EV Central

The mid-sized five-seat SUV can cover up to 180km on electricity before reverting to its petrol engine. The best part is the plug-in hybrid system, which relies more on electrons than petrol. litre turbocharged petrol engine musters a modest 110kW and 230Nm. At 2075kg the H6GT is 395kg heavier than the petrol-only model.

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Booked new Skoda Kodiaq? Here’s when deliveries begin

Baua Electric

litre TSI petrol engine, a 2.0-litre litre TSI petrol motor and a 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine. Key exterior enhancements include a prominent butterfly grille, more streamlined angular headlights accompanied by fog lights, and redesigned rear lights featuring a distinctive light strip across the tailgate.

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Full details: 2025 Alfa Romeo Junior previewed ahead of Aussie touchdown to tackle EV3 and BYD Atto 3

EV Central

Introduced as the new entry-point in Alfa’s line-up, pricing will be announced closer to its arrival Down Under but it’s been tipped cars with the Ibrida power (petrol-electric hybrid) will be positioned significantly below the Tonale small SUV that is priced from $50,900 (before on-road costs). 2025 Alfa Romeo Junior.

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Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

Green Car Congress

petrol engine is not running. The Atkinson cycle petrol engine was made for regular stop-starts and is very reliable. The symptoms start with a check engine light (CEL) that sometimes comes on. The brake light LED can wear out on the 2004, 2005 models. The only way to fix it is buying the tail light assembly.

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2024 BYD Shark revealed: Plug-in petrol dual-cab wants to decimate diesel

EV Central

The 2024 BYD Shark has been revealed without camouflage, with the plug-in petrol dual cab’s launch timing now officially revealed. The rear lights match the front, while roof rails, a tub liner and a sports bar appear – at least on the upper-spec models. So that’s why we’re confident for best-in-class.”

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2025 BYD Atto 3 Premium review: Price drop makes Tesla-fighting electric SUV even more appealing

EV Central

And, of course, the Atto 3 now represents solid value against hybrid and petrol SUVs from Toyota, Mazda, Nissan and others. Standard gear includes smart key entry with the ability to use your phone as the key, panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, faux leather trim, wireless phone charging and heated and power adjustable front seats.

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