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Best Hybrid SUVs for Less Than $35,000
Below we present the best hybrid SUVs that we’ve tested that cost less than $35,000, ranked by their Overall Score, which factors in road-test performance, owner satisfaction, predicted reliability, and safety. Overall Scores change over time as new information, such as reliability data, becomes available. The model pages always reflect our latest ratings. All these models come standard with automatic emergency braking (AEB) with…
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The Honda Prelude returns as a sporty hybrid with a new drive mode
It’s been over two decades since Honda last released a new Prelude, but the company began laying the groundwork for its return with the release of a concept version last year. Now, a hybrid Prelude is scheduled to arrive in the US in 2025. It will also mark the debut of Honda S+ Shift, a new drive mode that the…
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How Electric Car, Plug-In Hybrid, Hybrid Reliability Compare
EVs are battery-powered vehicles that need to be plugged in to charge. As was the case in prior years, newer manufacturers are still struggling to catch up with more established automakers. Both Lucid and Rivian started delivering new cars to owners only in 2021. The Lucid Air is the least-reliable electric sedan, and of brands for which we have sufficient…
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Studio Chill vs Legend Hybrid mattress: which Leesa bed is best?
Type: HybridFirmness option: 7 out of 10Height: 12″Sizes: 6Sleep trial: 100 nightsWarranty: 10 yearsPrice: from $605 at LeesaShipping: Free shipping and returns Type: HybridFirmness option: 6 out of 10Height: 12″Sizes: 6Sleep trial: 100 nightsWarranty: 10 yearsPrice: was $1,329 at LeesaShipping: Free shipping and returns The Studio Chill and Legend Hybrid mattresses sit at different ends of the Leesa mattress line-up. The Studio Chill is a mid-range mattress with a firmer feel and excellent support, while the…
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Mazda CX-50 Hybrid First Drive: Power Couple or Odd Couple?
It’s a classic case of opposites attract: Mazda is the dreamer, known for building unique, fun-to-drive vehicles. Toyota is the sensible one, focused on reliability and mass appeal. Mazda takes flights of engineering fancy. Toyota won’t build a car unless it’s guaranteed to make money. Mazda is for enthusiasts, Toyota is for commuters. Mazda likes the movies, Toyota likes TV.…
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How Do Hybrid Cars Work?
Hybrid vehicles offer fuel savings and environmental benefits—and they’re better than ever By Keith Barry With Alex Knizek and Gabe Shenhar If you’re looking to save money on gas but don’t want a fully electric vehicle, a hybrid might be the right choice for you. Hybrids don’t need to be plugged in and they can be filled up at any…
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Do we really need smart buildings anymore in a hybrid world of work?
The vision of the smart office building — and the broader idea of smart cities — haven’t quite lived up to the perhaps unfair promise attached to them. For our office spaces, once home to a daily 9-to-5 congregation, it hasn’t been exactly certain what the future holds. There have been lofty ambitions to transform the sterile and corporatized environments…
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Best Hybrid Cars for Under $35,000
Below, we present the best hybrid cars we’ve tested, ranked in order of their Overall Score, factoring in road-test performance, owner satisfaction, predicted reliability, and safety. Be aware that Overall Scores change over time as new information, such as reliability data, becomes available. The model pages always reflect our latest ratings. Each one comes standard with automatic emergency braking (AEB) with pedestrian detection, AEB…
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Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Recalled for Braking Proble
Vehicles recalled: Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles manufactured between June 1, 2022, and Sept. 10, 2024. The problem: The electronic control unit for skid control within the vehicle’s brake actuator assembly has faulty software. As a result, it may not properly control brake fluid pressure, which could lead to reduced brake performance in corners. The fix: Toyota dealerships will perform…
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Hybrid cloud environments are under serious threat from hackers – here’s what you need to know
Microsoft says it’s identified a financially motivated cyber criminal group that uses open source tools to target hybrid cloud environments. Known as ‘Storm-0501’, the group has been hitting a range of US organizations, including government, manufacturing, transportation, and law enforcement, carrying out data exfiltration, credential theft, tampering, persistent backdoor access, and ransomware attacks. First spotted in 2021, the group first…
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