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Hybrids Are Winning as EVs Cool | Durham News
The auto industry’s all-electric bet hit a snag when the $7,500 EV tax credit vanished at the end of 2025, forcing buyers to rethink their choices. With gas prices soaring 20% and charging infrastructure still a hassle, hybrids surged—capturing a record 14.1% of the market in Q1 2026. GM, blindsided by its own all-electric focus, barely offered hybrids in 2025 and now scrambles to catch up, with plug-in hybrids arriving as late as 2027. Meanwhile, Ford and Toyota, with hybrids already in their lineups, are thriving—potentially handing GM its first sales slip in years. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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