<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false">Plug-in hybrids offer fuel efficiency but struggle on long, grueling trips in the desert.Pickup trucks like BYD Shark, GWM Cannon Alpha, and Ford Ranger PHEV were put to the test.Ford Ranger had the smallest battery while BYD and GWM models offered better fuel economy.PHEVs are suitable for short distances but not ideal for overlanding and towing.