Green Car Congress
APRIL 12, 2016
Lexus International announced it has sold more than 1 million hybrid vehicles worldwide since the RX 400h went on sale in April 2005. The hybrid drive system continues to be our core vehicle technology to help reduce CO 2 emissions, while providing a pleasurable driving experience.
Green Car Congress
MARCH 18, 2010
BAE Systems has delivered the first of the hybrid electric systems that will power 56 double-decker buses in Oxford and Manchester (UK) to bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL). Bus operator Stagecoach Group will take delivery of their buses commencing with Oxford first, followed by Manchester, in the summer of 2010.
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 8, 2012
of the global total—followed by the RX 400h/RX 450h with 256,600 units (5.6%). million gallons US) worldwide compared to the amount used by gasoline-powered vehicles of similar size. million gallons US) worldwide compared to the amount used by gasoline-powered vehicles of similar size. Of the global 4.6
Green Car Congress
MAY 22, 2012
In third place is the Rx 400h/Rx 450h, with 238.6 As of April 30, 2012, TMC calculates that TMC hybrid vehicles, since 1997, have led to approximately 26 million fewer tons of CO 2 emissions than would have been emitted by gasoline-powered vehicles of similar size and driving performance. of those sales outside of Japan.
Green Car Congress
MARCH 2, 2009
As Prius power steering and air conditioning systems remain electrically driven, the 2ZR-FXE powerplant is Toyota’s first beltless engine. Power output of the more compact transaxle traction motor (motor-generator 2, or MG2) has been increased to 60 kW (80 hp), and torque has been reduced by about half to 207 Nm (153 lb-ft).
Green Cars News
APRIL 23, 2009
The new regime will come into force April 6, 2011 and will see discounts on company car tax currently available for Euro 4-standard diesel cars registered before 1 January 2006, higher-emitting hybrid cars and alternative fuel company cars, such as those powered by bi-fuels, road fuel gas and bioethanol, being scrapped.
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