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- 1Plug-in EV share of new car sales compared across countries●Plug-in #EV share of new passenger-car sales/registrations around August 2026, counting BEVs + PHEVs/EREVs. The remarkab
New figures on plug-in electric vehicle adoption — counting battery-electric cars alongside plug-in hybrids and extended-range models — show the share of new passenger-car sales and registrations in different countries as of around August 2026. Norway is again approaching 100%, but the point being made is that a range of other countries across continents, income levels and grid types are also climbing the list.
- 2Three-quarters of UK plug-in hybrids cannot use rapid chargers▼Three-quarters of UK’s popular plug-in hybrid cars unable to use rapid chargers
A Guardian report says three-quarters of the UK's most popular plug-in hybrid cars cannot use the country's rapid electric-vehicle chargers, highlighting a compatibility gap as charging networks expand and petrol prices push drivers toward electrified vehicles. The finding raises questions about how practical plug-in hybrids are for quick top-ups, and adds to debate over whether buyers should opt for fully electric cars instead.
- 3BYD investigates cybersecurity vulnerability in Shark 6 ute▼BYD investigates Shark 6 cybersecurity vulnerability as it defends Australian data safeguards
Chinese automaker BYD is investigating a reported cybersecurity vulnerability in its Shark 6 plug-in hybrid ute while defending its data-handling practices in Australia. The probe touches on sensitive questions around connected vehicles and foreign-made technology, as BYD works to reassure Australian customers and regulators that data collected by its vehicles is adequately safeguarded.
- 4Toyota's 2028 Corolla could offer every powertrain type▼Toyota’s 2028 Corolla could bring gas, hybrid, PHEV and EV powertrains
Toyota's next-generation Corolla, expected around 2028, could be offered with a full range of powertrains including gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric versions. Reports suggest the automaker plans to keep its best-selling compact competitive across markets by letting buyers choose their preferred technology rather than forcing a single drivetrain. The news is drawing attention from auto enthusiasts and industry watchers tracking how mainstream manufacturers balance EV transitions with continued demand for traditional engines.
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BYD has revealed the price and specifications of the Atto 2 DM-i, a plug-in hybrid small SUV priced from $24,990. The DM-i system pairs a petrol engine with electric drive for low fuel consumption and extended range, positioning the Atto 2 as an affordable option for buyers not ready to go fully electric. Attention is on how the pricing compares with rival hybrid compact SUVs.
- 6JAC T9 EV and PHEV pickups to be assembled in Kulim●JAC T9 EV and PHEV pickup trucks to be locally assembled in Kulim soon # cars # ckd # ckdev # ckdphev # electricpickuptr
JAC's T9 electric and plug-in hybrid pickup trucks are set to be assembled locally in Kulim, Malaysia, rather than imported fully built. The move, involving EV Plus and assembly partners Feytech, would make the T9 among the first electric pickups produced in the country, with local assembly expected to lower prices for Malaysian buyers.
- 7BYD's 2027 car lineup drawing industry attention●BYD’s 2027 Lineup Is INSANE — This Just Shocked the Entire Car Industry!
Commentary is circulating claiming BYD's planned 2027 vehicle lineup is so ambitious it could shake up the global car industry. The Chinese automaker is already a leading seller of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, and discussion centers on what its future models could mean for established manufacturers. Details of the specific 2027 models or claims were not provided.