What's the difference between a parallel, series, and plug-in hybrid, and why do you need to know? Everything about the technology and the vehicles for the shopper or the merely curious.

Surprisingly large numbers of hybrid car owners don't bother to use the electric power that's part of the selling point. Is this a problem?

To calculate the discharge rates of EV batteries, we first need to understand how lithium-ion batteries work and how they are used. Nearly all electric vehicles on the market today feature a ...

Electric car batteries are surprisingly robust, and mileage is not a good indicator of battery wear, according to a new study.

As electric vehicles become more prevalent on the road today, EV owners and industry experts alike have wondered exactly how long EV batteries will last under normal driving conditions, and whether or ...

A hybrid has two batteries, and the bigger one matters more than most drivers realize. Here's what can happen when it fails, plus signs to watch for.

Let’s say you want to encourage more drivers to shift to battery-electric vehicles. What’s the best way to do it? Globally, ...

Electric vehicle charging technology has come a long way in the last half-decade. Level 3 chargers can get your car back on the road in 20 minutes or less. Developing a charging plan and knowledge of ...

Due to cheaper cost, ease of production and environmental benefits, battery makers and electric vehicle manufacturers have ...

SAN ANTONIO – As cold weather continues, it’s important to understand how low temperatures can affect the performance of electric vehicle batteries. Michael Lopez, service manager with Vara Chevrolet, ...