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Lexus Brings Hybrid Bicycle Concept to the UK

Green Car Congress

Charge time is approximately 2 hours. It is equipped with an electric eight-speed Shimano internal gear system, which references the eight-speed shift-by-wire automatic transmission of Lexus’s LS 600h limousine. The Lexus Hybrid Bicycle has all-wheel drive, by means of a belt system.

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Volvo call on Mayor to redress the Congestion Charge balance

Green Cars News

Volvo has called on the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, to review the criteria for London Congestion Charge exemption. Since the charging zone began operating in 2003 Hybrid cars have been exempt from the charge (currently £8.00 DRIVe with Start/Stop technology emits just 104g/km yet drivers are charged £8.00

Volvo 36