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Toyota broadly outlines next-generation Prius; developing wireless inductive charging for the plug-in model; bullish on hydrogen

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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. We have also heard from owners that they would like a more convenient charging operation. qdash;Satoshi Ogiso.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Ford spokesman in Wards Auto ) 6/9/06 "So, Mr. Ford is saying we’re looking into it. The electrification of the automobile is inevitable." This is different from anything Ive ever seen in my 40 years in the automobile industry." ( Detroit Free Press ). Hes confident that challenge can be met, though. ( This is unusual.

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