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Plug-in hybrids use three times more fuel than manufacturers claim, analysis finds
The Guardian Environment • 2/18/2026
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
59d
Age
2
Sources
from cluster
1417
Hours Since Seen
Final Score
0/100
Category
AntiLindy
Status
Archived
Recency Multiplier
0%
(0.5^1417/48)
Hero Eligible
No
Score is 0 because recency decay (0.5^1417/48 = 0.000000) reduced it below 0.5
Story Timeline
2026-02-18
Plug-in hybrids use three times more fuel than manufacturers claim, analysis finds
(current)
2026-02-19
Biggest study yet shows plug-in hybrids use over 300% more fuel than claimed
(Electrek)
Analysis
Risk 20
Source Reputation:
Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus:
Emerging consensus: 2 sources
Age:
59 days - proven survivor
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