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Tech: How do Hybrid & Plug-in Hybrid Batteries Recharge? Do I Need to Plug a Hybrid In?

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When the first gasoline-electric hybrids vehicles began arriving in 1999 and 2000, early adopters did their research and were quite knowledgeable about the then-new and revolutionary transportation mode. But the mass market was confused; these new cars had an additional battery to provide electricity to an electric motor.

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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. Due to ultra-low internal friction and efficient combustion, the 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter

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Volkswagen Showcases Touareg Hybrid at New York International Auto Show

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unveiled the second generation Touareg and showcased the brand’s first hybrid at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. With the hybrid model, a supercharged, direct injection V6 gasoline engine is paired with an electric motor and an eight-speed automatic transmission, reducing fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions by about 40%.

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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). An Auto Start/Stop system shuts down the gasoline engine when the vehicle is stopped. Subaru of America, Inc.

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Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

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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, The RAV4 gasoline version comes in four grades: LE, XLE, Limited and the new SE.

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Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

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As promised ( earlier post ), Hyundai unveiled the Sonata Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. 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. Click to enlarge.

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Mazda showcases CNG and hybrid Axela models in Tokyo; Mazda’s approach to environmental performance

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The new Axela range also introduces a hybrid vehicle, and marks the first time for a single model launched on the Japanese market to include gasoline, diesel, and hybrid power plants in its powertrain lineup. In addition, it manages electrical power to optimize supply to the motor and high-voltage battery. and a CNG tank.

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