Although they entered the mainstream about 20 years ago, electric vehicles (EVs) have been around for a long time.

Stellantis just hit the eject button on hybrids in the U.S., pulling every plug-in from its lineup—including the Wrangler 4xe and the Pacifica—in one clean sweep. That move basically wiped out the plug-in minivan conversation overnight.

Lexus has always been the safe bet for people who want a luxury car without the German-car headaches. Their hybrids live up to that reputation, staying reliable while keeping maintenance costs surprisingly low.

There are many opinions and misconceptions about electric vehicles (EVs) and whether they're worth buying. And while it's pretty clear that we're seeing widespread adoption of EVs and excellent new hybrids appearing by the day, it's not all good news.

If you’re after a car that won’t leave you stranded and won’t guzzle gas, this Toyota hybrid has you covered.

Despite early criticism and plenty of skepticism from enthusiasts, one American coupe has done what few expected: it won the North American Car of the Year award for 2026. In a field packed with fresh rivals and evolving tastes, this model’s blend of performance, style, and overall engineering impressed judges enough to top the competition, proving that even controversial designs can succeed when the execution is right.