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Subaru introduces XV Crosstrek Hybrid, its first production hybrid

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unveiled its first production hybrid vehicle, the Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid, at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. hp electric motor integrated into the Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). hp electric motor integrated into the Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). Click to enlarge.

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2019 Prius offered with new electric all-wheel drive system

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Toyota is offering a new electric all-wheel drive system (AWD-e) on the facelifted 2019 Prius. The Prius AWD-e uses an independent electric, magnet-less rear motor (a Toyota first) to power the rear wheels from 0 to 6 mph, then when needed, up to 43 mph. FWD models will feature a Li-ion battery. The system combines the output of a 1.8-liter

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Porsche adds second production hybrid model, Panamera S Hybrid

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Porsche will unveil the Panamera S Hybrid, its second production hybrid model, later this year. Its range in purely electric mode is approximately one mile, with electric-only acceleration possible up to just over 50 mph (85 km/h). Panamera S Hybrid. Click to enlarge. That equates to CO 2 emissions of 159 g/km.

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New Lexus LC 500h with Multi Stage Hybrid System

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liter V6 gasoline engine featured in the LC 500h’s full hybrid powertrain, including a reduction in the diameter of the cylinder intake port to increase flow speed and efficiency. Improved electrical path efficiency. The LC 500h is the first production Lexus to use a compact, lightweight, lithium-ion hybrid battery.

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RIKEN team develops high-performance lithium-iodine battery system with higher energy density than conventional Li-ion

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The reversible redox reaction without the formation of resistive solid products promotes rechargeability, demonstrating 100 cycles with negligible capacity fading. kWh l -1 cell ) by 2030 to enable electric vehicles to extend the driving range to a comparable level with gasoline-powered internal combustion engine vehicles (ca.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid

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Both hybrid systems have front and rear electric motors with the Max having more power and torque; both run on 87 octane. Toyota’s hybrid system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine and gasoline-only engine power. It features a 6-speed automatic.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus UX 250h F Sport AWD

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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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