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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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For 2021, Toyota has fully rebooted the Mirai, originally offered in 2016, as a premium rear-wheel drive sports-luxury fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with striking design, cutting-edge technology, more engaging driving performance and a significantly longer EPA-estimated range rating. turning circle for easy maneuverability.

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Tale of Two 2,000-mile EV Rural Road Trips

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Charging the British way Around the UK In the UK my goal was to drive from Heathrow on a mammoth loop around the very northern parts of the Scottish Highlands on the NC 500 route, which traverses one of the most remote and sparsely populated parts of Europe. Consequently, range anxiety and charging locations are of little concern.

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Toyota fuel cell achieves 431 miles on single fuel tank

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Japanese automaker Toyota may be renowned for its petrol-electric hybrid vehicles, but now it can celebrate a significant achievement with a fuel cell hybrid. Its Toyota Highlander Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle Advanced achieved an estimated range of 431 miles on a single full tank of compressed hydrogen gas.

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Cash for Clunkers Buoys US Auto Sales; Hybrid Sales Up 31.8% for Monthly New Vehicle Share of 3.55%

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All comparisons are by volume. Some highlights: The all-new redesigned Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted best-ever July sales of 19,173 units, up 29.7% Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 9,407 units, up 39.1% Highlander Hybrid sales were down 14.6%. to 443, 297 units.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

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To jump over the midsize SUVs of the Honda Pilot, Ford Explorer , Chevrolet Traverse , Volkswagen Atlas , Toyota Highlander and the Kia Telluride , the Palisade Calligraphy had better be a step up. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Three-Row SUV Comparison. Edging into luxury territory. Road Test: 2020 Kia Telluride.

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Road Test: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport V6 SEL Premium R-Line

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Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Traverse: 3-Row SUV Comparison. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Road Test: 2018 Subaru Ascent: 3-Row SUV Comparison. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander

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The electric power steering was neutral-to-a-bit-light on the road, but was perfect in-town for parking and maneuvering at slow speeds. Comparison Test: 2018 Chevrolet Traverse, Subaru Ascent, Volkswagen Atlas. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Related Stories You Might Enjoy—Three-row compact crossovers.