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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, l/100 km, respectively) for both 2016 RAV4 Hybrid models.

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DECEMBER 26, 2011

The Aqua hybrid. Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) launched the Aqua gasoline-electric compact hybrid—to be marketed as the Prius c in the US—in Japan. liter Toyota Hybrid System II (THS II) with reduction gear, which achieves fuel efficiency of 35.4 Key Hybrid System Specifications.

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JUNE 10, 2009

kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. What we’re essentially offering is all-electric performance for about 25 miles at highway speeds. Kim Adelman, PICC founder and president.

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JUNE 25, 2012

Avalon Hybrid. Toyota will introduce both gasoline and hybrid powertrain versions of the North American designed and engineered 2013 Avalon. Toyota anticipates the hybrid model will achieve an EPA-rating of 40 mpg US (5.88 Under the hood of the hybrid. Avalon Hybrid. The Avalon Hybrid features a 2.5-liter,

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FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Panamera S Hybrid. Porsche will unveil the Panamera S Hybrid, its second production hybrid model, later this year. Optional low-rolling-resistance tires developed especially for the Panamera help this hybrid performance sedan deliver its NEDC fuel economy figure. The Panamera S Hybrid accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7

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MARCH 8, 2012

Yaris Hybrid powertrain. The new Yaris Hybrid—the first full hybrid vehicle to go on sale in the European B-segment—made its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Yaris Hybrid. The downsized full hybrid system combines the new 1NZ-FXE 1.5-liter liter Atkinson Cycle gasoline engine is 16.5

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MARCH 31, 2010

The Sonata Hybrid system. As promised ( earlier post ), Hyundai unveiled the Sonata Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. The Sonata Hybrid is Hyundai’s first hybrid in the US market. Hyundai’s Hybrid Blue Drive has an all-electric mode and a parallel drive mode. Hyundai Hybrid Blue Drive.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2009

Mercedes-Benz will launch the ML450 HYBRID ( earlier post ) in the US on 16 November. Mercedes-Benz will offer the two-mode ML450 HYBRID as part of a special lease only option (no purchase) for a monthly lease price of $659 per month for 36 months and $549 per month for 60 months. The new Mercedes-Benz ML450 HYBRID uses a 3.5-liter

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FEBRUARY 11, 2010

Volkswagen staged the world premiere of the all-new Touareg—which is up to 200 kg lighter and up to 20% more fuel efficient than the outgoing model—and the new Touareg Hybrid at the Postpalast in Munich. The new Touareg Hybrid combines a 3.3-liter The new Touareg Hybrid combines a 3.3-liter L/100km (28.7 Conventional drive.

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AUGUST 28, 2013

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 Prius will also feature electric motors that will be smaller in size. —Satoshi Ogiso.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2011

NREL’s Fleet Test and Evaluation Team recently completed a year-long technology evaluation of gasoline hybrid electric (gHEV) FedEx Express delivery trucks compared with conventional diesel vehicles. gasoline engine and Azure Dynamics, Inc. AZD) Balance Hybrid System. Ah NiMH battery pack. Resources.

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JUNE 12, 2010

Fuel economy was similar between the gHEVs and diesel vehicles, except for the highest kinetic intensity drive cycle where the hybrid exhibited ~20% higher fuel economy. FedEx has deployed 20 gasoline hybrid electric vehicles (gHEVs) on parcel delivery routes in the Sacramento and Los Angeles areas. Ah NimH battery pack.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This small crossover is appealing in a number of ways as it offers hybrid efficiency, is available with all-wheel drive and does so with an upscale look and a high-quality fit-and-finish. The entrypoint to the Lexus world Hybrid Efficiency The 2023 Lexus UX 250h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Drive system of a 2.0-liter

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

Toyota has released more detail on the powertrain of the new Lexus CT 200h premium compact dedicated hybrid ( earlier post ); Toyota plans to introduce it to the US market in early 2011. The CT 200h’s hybrid system features a 1.8-liter, The CT 200h’s hybrid system features a 1.8-liter, km) at speeds of up to 28 mph (45 km/h).

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Exhaust 225

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APRIL 9, 2009

The Azure Balance hybrid architecture. The Electric Power Assist System (EPAS) is located behind the tailpipe on the shuttle bus chassis. Working in collaboration with Ford Motor Company, Azure Dynamics developed the Balance parallel hybrid electric drive system for Ford’s E-450 Cutaway and Strip Chassis.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

The Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID Click to enlarge. Mercedes-Benz will present the Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID at the 63 rd IAA in Frankfurt. The concept vehicle has an all-electric range of up to 30 km (19 miles). liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers (73.5 Hybrid system architecture of the Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID.

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Plug-in Mercedes Plug Hybrid 210

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MARCH 3, 2010

The Auris HSD hybrid. Toyota introduced the Auris Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD) at the 2010 Geneva motor show, marking a significant milestone in Toyota’s planned deployment of the Hybrid Synergy Drive powertrain across Toyota’s entire model range by early 2020s. liter diesel or gasoline hatchback. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2010

The new Lexus premium compact hybrid CT 200h ( earlier post ) to be introduced next week at the Geneva Motor Show combines a 1.8-liter liter VVT-i gasoline, permanent magnet synchronous motor, electrically controlled continuously variable transmission (E-CVT) and NiMH battery pack. The CT 200h.

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Hybrid+AWD+Lexus Quality=Impressive Fuel-Efficient Premium Compact Crossover. This small crossover is appealing in a number of ways as it offers hybrid efficiency, all-wheel drive (AWD) and does so with an upscale look and a high-quality fit-and-finish. Hybrid Efficiency. The Lexus entry-level. A powerful, efficient drivetrain.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2009

Hybrid components (red) in the Porsche Cayenne: power electronics, clutch actuator, electric motor with clutch (from left). Porsche is also developing a parallel hybrid variant of the Cayenne. Average combined cycle fuel consumption is 9.3 100km (25 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 244 g/km. Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 25, 2022

Hybrid Efficiency in a Premium SUV. Hybrid Sophistication. The all-wheel drive 2022 Lexus RX 450h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Synergy Drive, a parallel hybrid system. liter V6 engine that runs on 95 octane and three motors that produce a total 308 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. Refined dual motivation.

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APRIL 8, 2009

The two-mode ML 450 HYBRID. Mercedes-Benz staged the world premiere of the ML 450 HYBRID at the 2009 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) ( earlier post ). Fuel consumption and emissions from the ML 450 HYBRID are up to 60% less than a conventional eight-cylinder SUV with permanent all-wheel drive. Click to enlarge.

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New York Hybrid Mercedes SUV 150

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FEBRUARY 2, 2009

Prototype Touareg Hybrid. Under the same label, Volkswagen is offering an initial look at the prototype of the new Touareg Hybrid. Powertrain of the Touareg Hybrid. Powertrain of the Touareg Hybrid. Touareg Hybrid. Volkswagen is implementing a parallel hybrid drive on the future Touareg V6 TSI Hybrid.

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AUGUST 13, 2009

Both will make their world premieres at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) in September. The overall drive system in the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 consists of a 400 hp (298 kW) twin-turbocharged V8 gasoline engine and two electric synchronous motors delivering 91 hp (68 kW) and 86 hp (64 kW), respectively. Earlier post.).

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Plugs and Cars

AUGUST 18, 2007

Out in the desert as part of Burning Man , our encampment, Snow Koan Solar, is setting up a solar photovoltaic EV Charging Station (at 7:30 and Desert) for electric scooters, golf carts, sofas and barstools. We'll also be taking Burning Man art projects off petroleum generators by switching them to solar electricity. Google Guys Th!nk

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NiMH Google Prius EPRI 100

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NOVEMBER 9, 2009

BMW has provided some additional detail on its two-mode ActiveHybrid X6, as well as updating some of the figures released for the introduction of the production model at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Earlier post.) The ActiveHybrid X6 arrives in US BMW Centers in the fourth quarter. seconds (0.2 V8 with TwinPower Turbo Technology.

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Plug In Partners

JULY 18, 2008

Take care of that 20% with a small, efficient gasoline engine that runs at its optimum speed. However, 70% of vehicles can apparently be fueled with no increase of electrical capacity. The reduction in emissions results from electric operation being much more efficient than gasoline operation. 2) The U.S.

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APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Car-Makers Say. 2 Plug-in hybrids are cleaner 3 Plug-in hybrids are cheaper 4 Plug-in hybrids are domestic 5 Plug-in hybrids already exist 1. What Are Plug-In Hybrids? We can achieve that -- today -- with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV).

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Plug-in Plugin Plug Hybrid 61

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NOVEMBER 1, 2012

The 2013 Jetta Hybrid. Volkswagen is holding media drive events this week for the sporty new 2013 Jetta Turbo Hybrid ( earlier post ), which features the second version of a Volkswagen gasoline-electric hybrid drive system: a 1.4L The Jetta Hybrid can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 8.6 Jetta Hybrid powertrain.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2012

The new transaxle in the Prius c features a new cooling system; overall this new hybrid unit with its 2 motor system is now approaching the same weight as single motor competitive systems and is maintaining a competitive size profile, according to Toyota. The hybrid system in the Prius c comprises a SULEV (Tier 2 Bin 3)-rated 1.5-liter

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Prius Hybrid Motor Motors 356

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NOVEMBER 19, 2012

The 2013 Honda CR-Z goes on sale 21 November with a number of powertrain, styling and feature upgrades, including a new Li-ion battery pack that replaces the NiMH pack in the MY 2012 CR-Z hybrid and delivers more power and improved fuel economy. The gasoline engine can automatically turn off during vehicle stops to improve efficiency.

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JULY 24, 2015

According to a new technology briefing paper on hybrid system technologies by John German at the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), the costs of full-function hybrid systems are likely to drop to half the cost of their 2010 counterparts before 2025. Historical and projected hybrid system direct manufacturing cost.

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Hybrid Li-ion Lead Acid Fuel Economy 150

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AUGUST 23, 2011

2012 Camry Hybrid. The 2012 Camry again offers three powertrain choices, all of which have been enhanced for 2012 to provide better fuel economy and more responsive performance: a revised 2.5L, 4-cylinder gasoline engine; an enhanced 3.5-liter Under the hood of the 2012 Camry Hybrid. Camry Hybrid and Prius family.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

2012 Prius Plug-in hybrid. Toyota introduced the production Prius Plug-in Hybrid at the Green Drive Expo in Richmond, CA, as the newest member of the expanding Prius Family. kWh Li-ion pack enabling an electric range of up to 15 miles (24 km) at speeds of up to 62 mph (100 km/h), according to Toyota. (The Click to enlarge.

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JANUARY 24, 2006

EV world NATIONAL COALITION LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN TO URGE AUTOMAKERS TO PRODUCE PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLES WASHINGTON, D.C.—January Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) would combine today’s new gas-electric hybrid technology with larger batteries that could provide an all-electric operating range of 25 to 35 miles or more.

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Nickel Metal Hydride EPRI Plug-in Austin 100

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JANUARY 11, 2010

Honda introduced the 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid coupe at the North American International Auto Show. The CR-Z is now Honda’s third hybrid currently in the market, along with the Civic Hybrid and new Insight. liter i-VTEC engine with Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid-electric system.

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OCTOBER 13, 2015

Toyota made significant improvements in its new generation full hybrid powertrain applied in the fourth generation Prius ( earlier post ), reducing losses, redesigning and relocating key components and reducing weight. Transaxle and Electric Motor. New Lithium-Ion or Nickel-Metal Hydride Hybrid Batteries.

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