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See our car ratings and reviews at: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT   Alfa Romeo advances its electrification with the 2024 Tonale, the small SUV slots beneath the Stelvio and is aimed to compete against the Audi Q3 and BMW X1. We discuss its plug-in hybrid powertrain, spirited driving performance, and whether or not it delivers Alfa's Italian styling glamour. We also talk about why many plug-in hybrid vehicles start their gasoline engine during strong acceleration even with full battery in EV mode.     SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 00:00 - Introduction 00:15 - First Impressions: 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale 01:38 - The Powertrain 03:33 - EV Mode 06:52 - Driving Experience 11:27 - Interior 14:34 - Infotainment 18:10 - Visibility 18:49 - Is it worth buying? 20:48 - Question: Why many plug-in hybrid vehicles start their gasoline engine during strong acceleration even with full battery in EV mode?     ----------------------------------   First Drive: 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale is a