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Toyota Unveils Compact Dedicated Hybrid Concept

Posted on 11. Jan, 2010 by admin.

Toyota today unveiled the FT-CH dedicated hybrid concept at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The FT-CH is a concept that would address Toyota’s stated strategy to offer a wider variety of conventional hybrid choices to its customers, as it begins to introduce plug-in hybrids (PHVs) and battery electrics (BEVs) in model year 2012, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (FCHVs) in 2015 in global markets. [...]

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Capstone Unveils Hybrid SuperCar Propelled by a Jet Turbine

Posted on 04. Dec, 2009 by admin.

Capstone is pushing traditional hybrid-electric vehicle barriers with the introduction of the CMT-380, a high-performance, hybrid-electric supercar powered by traditional batteries and an untraditional, ultra-low emission, range-extending microturbine. [...]

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Lexus Debuts Revised LS 600h L Hybrid

Posted on 29. Oct, 2009 by admin.

The Lexus LS 600h L sedan, the first vehicle to bring fuel-efficient gasoline-electric hybrid technology to the prestige luxury segment, debuts revised styling and new telematics systems for 2010.

The brand’s flagship model, the LS 600h L – the “L” signifying the long-wheelbase LS platform — provides the highest level of performance, technology and luxury in the LS line. The LS 600h L is powered by the ultra-quiet Lexus Hybrid Drive system, which was the world’s first to combine a V8 gasoline engine with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) hybrid drivetrain. The LS 600h L’s combined estimated EPA fuel economy rating of 21 mpg is equal to or better than the combined fuel economy ratings of some mid-sized V6 AWD luxury sedans. [...]

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Infiniti Confirms M35 Hybrid Production

Posted on 08. Oct, 2009 by admin.

Infiniti today confirmed that its first production hybrid vehicle will be part of the recently announced line of 2011 Infiniti M luxury performance sedans, which are scheduled to go on sale in spring 2010 at Infiniti dealers nationwide. The Infiniti M35 hybrid is expected to arrive about 12 months later as a 2012 model. It is Infiniti’s first hybrid in its 20-year existence, as well as the cleanest and most economical car in Infiniti’s history. [...]

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Subaru Hybrid Concept Car

Posted on 07. Oct, 2009 by admin.

Subaru will unveil a hybrid tourer concept car at Tokyo Motor Show. Combining environmentally friendly technology and safety, the hybrid tourer maintains Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and horizontally opposed boxer engine credentials in a sporty gull wing-door design.

Subaru will also exhibit its latest safety technologies including “EyeSight”, an advanced driving assist system with pre-collision control using stereo camera technology. [...]

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2009 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid Announced

Posted on 07. Apr, 2009 by admin.

GMC’s all-new 2009 Yukon Denali Hybrid makes its world debut at the 2009 New York International Auto Show. It is a luxurious, full-size SUV that seats eight, tows up to 5,800 pounds (2,636 kg) and achieves an estimated 21 miles per gallon in city driving, thanks to the engineering excellence of the Yukon’s patented 2-mode hybrid system.

The GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid arrives in May at Buick-Pontiac-GMC dealer showrooms. It joins the Yukon Hybrid and Sierra Hybrid pickup truck in the GMC hybrid lineup, making GMC the first manufacturer to offer three full-size hybrid models. [...]

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2010 Toyota Prius Raises the Bar for Hybrids

Posted on 09. Mar, 2009 by admin.

When it launches this spring, the all-new 2010 Toyota Prius will once again set new standards for innovative hybrid design and technology, raising its level of convenience features and performance to new heights, including a combined EPA estimated fuel efficiency rating of 50 miles-per-gallon.

The midsize third-generation 2010 Prius will offer better mileage ratings, enhanced performance, and innovative design features. It will be quieter, roomier, and equipped with advanced standard and available features such as a moonroof with solar panels, four driving modes, Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA) and steering wheel touch controls that display on the instrument panel. [...]

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Chevrolet Volt Named 2009 Green Car Vision Award Winner

Posted on 03. Feb, 2009 by admin.

The Chevrolet Volt has been named the 2009 Green Car Vision Award winner by the auto enthusiast magazine Green Car Journal. The award was presented at a press conference this morning at The Washington Auto Show.

Competition for the award was keen, with plug-in hybrid, range extended electric, battery electric, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles vying for the prize. Among them: the Fisker Karma, launching late this year; the Honda FCX Clarity, a sleek, fuel-cell sedan; the MINI E, an electric version of the conventional internal combustion MINI Cooper; and the Mitsubishi I-MiEV, a battery electric city car based on a popular internal combustion model in Japan. [...]

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