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Toyota bets big on hybrids in Brazil with $2.2 billion plan

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Toyota plans to make two “flex hybrid” models in Brazil — using either petrol or ethanol as well as batteries — creating around 2,000 jobs, a statement said. REUTERS/Aly Song/File Photo (REUTERS) Japanese auto giant Toyota plans to invest 11 billion reais ($2.2 billion plan appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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General Motors previews hybrid transaxle

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At the SAE 2009 World Congress, General Motors took the opportunity to present the first front-wheel-drive version of their two-mode hybrid transaxle which has been dubbed the 2MT70. Tags: Green cars Latest news general motors 2MT70 two-mode hybrid transaxle.

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Honda and GM prove hydrogen cars can work | Autocar Professional

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General Motors and Honda are two of those and both have a track record, Honda since the early 1990s and GM since the Electrovan FCEV in 1966. The GM-Honda system produces around 92kW of electrical energy and the drive motor-generator 174bhp and 229lb ft of torque.

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Honda ZR-V hybrid SUV confirmed for Australia

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READ MORE: The electric year ahead: every EV coming to Australia in 2023 READ MORE: Complete guide to rebates, discounts and incentives when buying an EV in Australia The HR-V was overhauled in 2022 and includes a hybrid option, while an all-new CR-V is expected as soon as late 2023 and will also include a petrol-electric option.

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Can General Motors bounce back? The Green Piece

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The beleaguered automotive industry in the United States has taken its fair share of knocks over the last 12 months but none were more shocking than when one of the oldest and most well-respected brands in motoringGeneral Motors (GM) – slipped into bankruptcy earlier this year. Starting from 2010 its 2.4l

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Chevrolet ponders axing the Camaro for an all-electric sedan

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The Chevrolet Camaro, plagued by slow sales figures compared to the rivaled Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger, could be axed for good by the General Motors-parented company. New reports suggest that Chevy could do away with the Camaro once and for all.

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Cadillac shows vision of EV future with Celestiq electric super limo

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The Celestiq also incorporates the next iteration of parent company General Motors’ semi-autonomous drive systems. No word on what’s beneath the sleek Celstiq skin, other than that it involves batteries and electric motors. Known as Ultra Cruise, it allows for partial hands-free driving. Cadillac Celestiq show car.