Exploring the capabilities and caveats of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles, or PHEVs.

A plug-in hybrid eliminates the need to sit somewhere and wait for the car to charge. A plug-in hybrid’s versatility gives the owner the advantages of an electric car and additional peace of mind.

What Is a Plug-In Hybrid? How Does It Work? It’s a regular hybrid—and it's also an electric car with no more than 60 miles of range. Not surprisingly, that can confuse a lot of car shoppers.

But its plug-in hybrid powertrain and price premium don't really offer any transformational real-world advantages to justify their cost and thus, the X5 PHEV is just a bit confusing in its purpose.

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Plug-in hybrid vehicles can be connected to an outside electric source, while a conventional hybrid cannot.

CR explains why a plug-in hybrid vehicle might be the right for you. PHEVs run on electric power for shorter drives and switch to gas for longer trips.

I'm taking the plug-in hybrid version for a spin, and I want to know what you want to know. Lexus offers the TX in three flavors: TX, full-on F Sport or the plug-in hybrid I have here.

Failing to charge a plug-in hybrid essentially turns it into a conventional hybrid vehicle without electric-only range, but has no other downsides.

The best plug-in hybrid cars can offer outstanding fuel efficiency and enough all-electric range for the daily commute.

Consumer Reports helps you decide whether you're ready for a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric vehicle. With more choices available, is now the right time for you to go electric?