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Verizon replaces 234 vans in New York City with hybrid vans using XL Hybrids technology

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The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and Verizon announced that Verizon has replaced 234 of its existing gasoline-powered vans with hybrid-electric vans for use in New York City. The 234 new Verizon vans feature technology installed by XL Hybrids, Inc.,

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Toyota to demo Prius Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles in New York City

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Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. TMS) announced that New York City will join the company’s US Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicle (PHV) demonstration program. As the vehicles gather miles, data such as fuel economy, miles driven, charging times and additional content will be viewable online.

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Road Test: 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Limited Plug-in Hybrid

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liter V6 and two electric motors mated to an electrically variable transmission driving the front wheels. The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. This is excellent fuel economy for a 5,010-pound nicely styled shoe box. New York City to Toledo?

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Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

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liter V6 and two electric motors mated to an electrically variable transmission. Using 87 octane fuel, there is a total system of 260 horsepower combined. Keep in mind this is a 5,010-pound aerodynamic shoe box getting this stellar fuel economy. The Pacifica runs on a gas engine–and two electric motors.

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Road Test: 2021 Polestar 2

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There are already spaces in New York City and Los Angeles, and there are now two in the San Francisco Bay Area, where I’m located. The Launch Edition features two motors, one up front and one in the rear, powered by a 78-kilowatt-hour battery. modern showroom to get a feel for the cars before placing your order.

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Tata Takes On Air

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The Air Car , developed by ex-Formula One engineer Guy Nègre, will be built by India's largest automaker, Tata Motors. It just doesn't have an electric motor. 18% Alternative fuel hybrid. 37% Higher fuel economy. The Air Car uses compressed air to push its engine's pistons. 39% Plug-in hybrids.