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Toyota broadly outlines next-generation Prius; developing wireless inductive charging for the plug-in model; bullish on hydrogen

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Toyota’s next-generation Prius will deliver significantly improved fuel economy in a more compact package that is lighter in weight and lower in cost, according to Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Managing Officer Satoshi Ogiso. The next-generation Prius PHV (plug-in hybrid vehicle) is being developed in parallel with the standard Prius model.

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Toyota outlines eco-car plans, battery research progress

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Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles. Metal-air batteries : TMC has determined the reaction mechanism of lithium-air batteries and has clarified its research policy regarding the batteries as rechargeable secondary batteries. TMC plans to introduce 11 models by the end of 2012, consisting of all-new models and redesigned models.

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