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We got a chance to see how far our Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Trailhawk could travel on battery power alone without the hindrance of range-sapping cold weather.
By Mike Hanley
July 22, 2024

Hybrid popularity is on the rise, but how long does it take to recoup the costs of a hybrid vehicle?
By Jennifer Geiger
July 15, 2024

We’ve been keeping track of the fuel economy in our long-term 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Trailhawk. Find out our results after nearly 7,500 miles of driving.
By Brian Normile
June 24, 2024

With all the hybrid vehicle choices on the market, which ones offer the most bang for your buck?
By Jennifer Geiger
June 18, 2024

According to Lexus, a 2024 RX 450h+ should be able to go 37 miles on electric power alone. We wanted to see if that holds true in real-world driving.
By Aaron Bragman
June 11, 2024

Detroit Bureau Chief Aaron Bragman set out to see if the Prius Prime XSE Premium could achieve its stated 39 miles of electric range — or if it could do better.
By Aaron Bragman
May 17, 2024

Plug-in hybrid vehicles can be connected to an outside electric source, while a conventional hybrid cannot.
By Cars.com Editors
May 13, 2024

Regular maintenance for a hybrid, including normal wear and tear, generally doesn’t entail higher costs than a conventional gas-only vehicle, but repairs can be more complicated.
By Fred Meier
May 10, 2024

You probably know buying a hybrid car will save you some gas, if you’re comparing it with a similar non-hybrid. But there are some things you might not know.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
May 6, 2024

After 40 more days in service, our Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is back on track and driving straight.
By Brian Normile
May 3, 2024