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Author: Mark Phelan

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Driving a hybrid could save you money vs. an EV — depending on where you live

February 25, 2023Mark PhelanComments Off on Driving a hybrid could save you money vs. an EV — depending on where you live

Depending on where you live, you might spend less on fuel driving a hybrid than an electric vehicle, a new study by Consumer Reports has found.

Tech

Coming soon to US vehicles: Cameras to replace side mirrors, headlights that ‘talk’

February 20, 2023February 21, 2023Mark PhelanComments Off on Coming soon to US vehicles: Cameras to replace side mirrors, headlights that ‘talk’

I got a look at the features available in other parts of the world recently at Forvia’s North American tech center in Auburn Hills.

Money

The Ford F-150 Lightning and I took on the bomb cyclone. Here’s how it went.

January 3, 2023January 3, 2023Mark PhelanComments Off on The Ford F-150 Lightning and I took on the bomb cyclone. Here’s how it went.

Some of the electric pickup’s characteristics were outstanding in the frigid weather. Others require extra thought, or leave room for improvement.

Money

Toyota is wasting an icon as Prius falls behind other brands

December 26, 2022Mark PhelanComments Off on Toyota is wasting an icon as Prius falls behind other brands

The Prius has become a testament to yesterday’s best idea, the best CD player in a download world.

Money

‘Electrified roadways’: Coils hidden in streets could charge your electric vehicle while you drive

December 15, 2022Mark PhelanComments Off on ‘Electrified roadways’: Coils hidden in streets could charge your electric vehicle while you drive

Inductive charging coils in roadways are the first step toward an EV world where there is no need to stop to charge because the road does it for you.

Money

Winter tires make ‘unimaginable’ difference — but only fraction of drivers use them

November 16, 2022Mark PhelanComments Off on Winter tires make ‘unimaginable’ difference — but only fraction of drivers use them

Winter tires stay grippy at lower temperatures than the so-called ‘all season’ tires most people use year-round. Result: better steering and braking.

Money

Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo EV stopped traffic. Here’s why.

November 13, 2022Mark PhelanComments Off on Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo EV stopped traffic. Here’s why.

The Taycan GTS Sport Turismo hits 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and tops out at 155 mph. Charging from 5% to 80% in just 22.5 minutes.

Headlines

Far-Right Rally in London Draws Huge Crowd and a Counterprotest

September 13, 2025September 13, 2025MARK LANDLER

Dozens of Students Among Over 200 Dead in Two Boat Disasters in Congo

September 13, 2025September 13, 2025Saikou Jammeh and Justin Makangara

Far-Right Rally in London Draws Huge Crowd and a Counterprotest

September 13, 2025September 13, 2025MARK LANDLER

Rubio Heads to a Defiant Israel After Qatar Strike

September 13, 2025September 13, 2025Michael Crowley

Zinc Roofs Give Paris Its Signature Look. But They Are a Nightmare in Heat.

September 13, 2025CATHERINE PORTER

Focus Point

September 13, 2025Melissa Kirsch

In Toronto, a Spotlight on Canadian Films

September 13, 2025Vjosa Isai

Nepal’s New Government Calls Elections. Its Critics Cry Foul.

September 13, 2025September 13, 2025Bhadra Sharma and Alex Travelli

Brazil Defies Trump’s Demands by Convicting Bolsonaro

September 13, 2025JACK NICAS

‘You Burned This Country Down’: After Arsons, Nepal Reckons With Its Future

September 13, 2025Hannah Beech and Bhadra Sharma
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