hybrids

Polestar Just Took a Direct Shot at Plug-In Hybrids, Calling Them the “Worst of Both Worlds”

Plug-in hybrid vehicles are facing sharp criticism from within the automotive industry itself. A senior Polestar executive argues that these models combine the downsides of both electric and gasoline technologies without fully delivering on either. His remarks highlight a growing divide over the role of hybrids in the transition to fully electric mobility.

Volkswagen

Volkswagen’s Next-Gen Cars Will Feel Completely Different Inside, and It Starts with This One Change

Volkswagen is preparing a significant redesign of its vehicle interiors, bringing back physical buttons and higher-quality materials across its next generation of models. The approach, previewed by the upcoming ID Polo, reflects a broader effort to simplify in-car controls while improving perceived quality. The changes will apply to both electric and combustion-powered vehicles through the end of the decade.