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MARCH 4, 2014

At the Geneva Motor Show, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) announced that European sales of hybrid vehicles reached an all-time high in 2013 totaling 156,863 units, up 43% year-on-year. In 2013 total Toyota Motor Europe sales reached 847,540 vehicles, an increase of 9,569 units from 2012, equalling a 0.2 Hybrid models now represent 18.5%

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Green Car Congress

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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Li-ion Fuel Economy 2013 Honda 244

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 20, 2014

In Japan, Toyota Motor Corporation launched the completely redesigned Voxy minivan through Netz dealers, and the completely redesigned Noah minivan through Toyota Corolla dealers; hybrid models are scheduled for release on 14 February. Motor model. Maximum motor output. Maximum motor output. Maximum motor torque.

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Minivan Japan Hybrid Toyota 236

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 26, 2011

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) launched the Aqua gasoline-electric compact hybrid—to be marketed as the Prius c in the US—in Japan. Maximum motor output. Maximum motor torque. A selectable electric-vehicle mode (EV Mode) enables driving with only the electric motor. The Aqua hybrid.

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Japan Toyota Hybrid Sale 309

Green Car Congress

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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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

The RAV4 gasoline version comes in four grades: LE, XLE, Limited and the new SE. MSRP for the 2016 RAV4 gasoline models will range from $24,350 for the LE 2WD to $32,910 for the AWD Limited. The system varies power between the gasoline engine and electric motor, or combines both as needed, all seamlessly.

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Fuel Economy MPG Toyota Hybrid 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 13, 2009

liter V6 gasoline engine, optimized via the Atkinson cycle, and the two-mode hybrid system to produce 46% better fuel economy than a comparable V8-powered ML550 model. Integrated within the modified automatic transmission, each of the two electric motors serves a specific purpose. The new Mercedes-Benz ML450 HYBRID uses a 3.5-liter

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Mercedes Hybrid NiMH Gasoline-Electric 199

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

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 Volkswagen’s first gasoline-electric hybrid system—that for the Touareg Hybrid—combines a 3.3-liter

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Hybrid MPG Gasoline-Electric Sale 296

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2012

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. liter gasoline engine with a lighter, more compact electric motor, transaxle, inverter and battery pack. liter Atkinson Cycle gasoline engine is 16.5

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Hybrid Toyota Downsizing Sale 240

Green Car Congress

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. Click to enlarge.

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Lexus NiMH Gasoline-Electric MPH 170

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2018

Lexus hosted the world premiere of the new UX crossover at the 2018 Geneva Motor show. liter gasoline engine that reaps the performance and fuel economy benefits of high thermal efficiency; and a new mid-power, fourth-generation self-charging hybrid system. New powertrains are also deployed for the first time: a new 2.0-liter

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Lexus Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Gasoline-Electric 262

Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2012

Toyota will introduce both gasoline and hybrid powertrain versions of the North American designed and engineered 2013 Avalon. volt NiMH battery pack, and a pair of electric motor/generators within the transaxle. Motor/Generator 2 (MG2) is primarily responsible for electric drivetrain propulsion and regenerative braking.

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MPG 2013 EPA Hybrid 225

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2010

liter Theta II engine (169 hp/126 kW at 6,000 rpm and 156 lb-ft/212 N·m of torque at 4,500 rpm); a 6-speed automatic transmission; a 30 kW (151 lb-ft/205 N·m) electric motor; and a lithium-polymer battery pack. Hyundai’s Hybrid Blue Drive has an all-electric mode and a parallel drive mode. 30kW, 151 lb-ft electric motor.

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Nickel Metal Hydride New York Hyundai Hybrid 210

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Its range in purely electric mode is approximately one mile, with electric-only acceleration possible up to just over 50 mph (85 km/h). When the driver lifts off the accelerator at normal highway cruising speeds, the gasoline engine is completely switched off and disengaged from the drivetrain by a decoupling clutch.

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Porsche Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Cayenne 199

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2010

The new Touareg will offer a range of conventional gasoline and diesel engine options, an eight-speed transmission and, on the majority of models, Stop-Start technology. Regenerative Braking : During braking, the E-Motor recovers kinetic energy, which is then stored in the high-voltage NiMH battery pack. L/100 km (23.8

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Hybrid MPH Gasoline-Electric MPG 218

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

liter gasoline powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with the twin electric motors. Gas plus two electric motors The hybrid system automatically switches between the pure electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power.

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Lexus Nickel Metal Hydride MPG Clean 76

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2015

liter VVT-i Atkinson cycle gasoline engine (2ZR-FXE), Toyota completely re-engineered the engine, delivering results in terms of performance, fuel economy, and reductions to size and weight. Transaxle and Electric Motor. Although the new 2016 Prius retains the established 1.8-liter

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Prius Nickel Metal Hydride Toyota Available 150

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FEBRUARY 21, 2009

Hybrid components (red) in the Porsche Cayenne: power electronics, clutch actuator, electric motor with clutch (from left). Average combined cycle fuel consumption is 9.3 100km (25 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 244 g/km. The Cayenne diesel carries a Euro 4 emission rating. Click to enlarge.

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Cayenne Porsche Diesel NiMH 150

Green Car Congress

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. Ah NiMH battery pack. AZD) Balance Hybrid System. Source: Barnitt 2011.

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Diesel 186

Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2010

FedEx has deployed 20 gasoline hybrid electric vehicles (gHEVs) on parcel delivery routes in the Sacramento and Los Angeles areas. The Balance Hybrid system is a parallel system featuring a 100 kW AC induction motor with regenerative braking; a 120 kW inverter; and a Cobasys 288V, 60 kW, 8.5 Ah NimH battery pack.

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Diesel 199

Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2015

The green line reflects FEV’s 15% cost reduction for the power transmission/clutch/motor subsystems from 2010 to 2013, assuming that the same reductions are achieved in all parts of the hybrid system. This type of system uses a planetary gear to distribute power between the engine, generator, traction motor, and drivetrain.

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Hybrid Li-ion Lead Acid Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 9, 2009

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. Electric-only mode at low speeds. Click to enlarge.

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Hybrid NiMH Kansas United States 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

liter, 98 hp (73 kW) VVT-i gas engine, a 60 kW (80 hp) electric motor, a generator, a high performance NiMH battery, a power control unit, and a power split device which employs a planetary gear set to combine and re-allocate power from the engine, electric motor and generator according to operational requirements.

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Exhaust 225

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2010

liter i-VTEC engine with Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid-electric system. The 10 kW electric motor assists in acceleration and also acts as a generator during braking or coasting to capture kinetic energy that recharges the 100V IMA NiMH battery pack.

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Honda 2011 Hybrid Fuel Economy 231

Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2010

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. The electric motor alone powers the driven wheels when the Auris HSD is operating in EV mode.

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2010 Gasoline Toyota Diesel 199

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

The concept vehicle has an all-electric range of up to 30 km (19 miles). Combined with the CO 2 bonus for the battery-electric driving mode, the vehicle achieves a certified consumption of 3.2 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers (73.5 Mercedes-Benz will present the Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID at the 63 rd IAA in Frankfurt.

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Plug-in Mercedes Plug Hybrid 210

Green Car Congress

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. The BMW ActiveHybrid X6.

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BMW Parts Production Hybrid 199

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

liter gasoline-powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with twin electric motors for a total system 181 horse power. The Lexus Hybrid Drive system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. Hybrid Efficiency.

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Lexus Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Fuel Economy 79

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 23, 2011

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 Both motors are driven by three-phase current up to 650V AC. L/100km, respectively. New EV and ECO modes added.

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Fuel Economy Camry Hybrid Economy 2012 199

Green Car Congress

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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BMW Nickel Metal Hydride Hybrid MPH 170

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2009

On Friday, the fleet of Chevrolet Equinox fuel cell electric vehicles involved in GM’s Project Driveway—the largest consumer fuel cell vehicle demonstration project to date ( earlier post )—passed the 1-million mile mark. The Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell electric vehicle is equipped with a GM fourth-generation, 93 kW fuel cell stack. (GM

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Chevrolet Miles Fuel Fleet 246

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 2, 2009

The term BlueMotionTechnologies does not define a fixed set of technologies but a range of continually evolving solutions, currently including systems such as a new stop-start system, regenerative braking, SCR catalytic converter and the NO x storage catalytic converter, electric drive and hybrid systems. All-electric drive mode.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

In the parallel hybrid system the electric motor can power the car by itself, the gas engine can power the car by itself or they can power the car together. liter V6 engine that runs on 95 octane and three motors that produce a total 308 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. The system comprises a 3.5-liter

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Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 93

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

Green Car Congress

APRIL 8, 2009

The two-mode hybrid technology in the ML 450 HYBRID is derived from the fundamental work undertaken by the Global Hybrid Cooperation, which brought together research and development work undertaken by Daimler AG, BMW Group, General Motors and Chrysler. This configuration enables the power to be split into an electrical and a mechanical path.

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New York Hybrid Mercedes SUV 150

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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EPRI Li-ion Ni-Li PHEV 100

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

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. Toyota’s goal was to reduce the cost, weight and volume of the pack from the NiMH system used earlier. Maximum electric range is 15 miles. L/100km equivalent and 4.8 L/100km, respectively.

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