Plug-in hybrid vehicles emit five times more CO₂ than claimed

A European report reveals that plug-in hybrids pollute far more than claimed.

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Real-world tests show emissions five times higher than manufacturer standards.

This finding challenges subsidies and tax incentives across Europe.

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