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BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

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liters per 100 km / 94 mpg (US) along with an AWD driving experience with torque distribution geared towards optimized dynamics. The everyday driving range of the BMW i8 on a full fuel tank and with a fully charged battery is more than 500 kilometers (310 miles) in COMFORT mode. The combination of a new 3-cylinder, 1.5-liter

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More Details on the Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Powertrain; 42 mpg US Combined

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With a total system output of 134 hp (100 kW), the CT 200h will accelerate from 0-60 mph in 9.8 seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 km) at speeds of up to 28 mph (45 km/h). In a switchable EV mode, the new Lexus full hybrid can drive for up to one mile (1.6 liter Atkinson Cycle Engine.

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Volkswagen CrossBlue Coupé plug-in makes its European debut; showcasing the MQB

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when the full power potentials of the engine and electric motors are combined, as in Sport mode—the drive system can produce a total system torque of up to 700 N·m (516 lb-ft). With acceleration from 0 to 62 mph in 5.9 l/100 km (34 mpg US) of fuel. In boosting—i.e., l/100 km) in the new European driving cycle (NEDC).

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China publishes plan to boost fuel-efficient and new energy vehicles and domestic auto industry; targeting 500K PHEVs and EVs in 2015, rising to 2M by 2020

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L/100km (34 mpg US) with the fuel consumption of energy-efficient vehicles dropping to 5.9 L/100km (40 mpg US) or less. L/100km (47 mpg US), with energy-efficient passenger car fuel consumption dropping to 4.5 mpg US) or less. Electric drive system power density of 2.5 L/100km (52.3 New energy vehicles.

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Toyota starts taking orders for soon-to-be-launched Prius PHV plug-in hybrid in Japan; targeting 35,000-40,000 units per year

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With its new high-capacity lithium-ion battery fully charged, the Prius PHV’s EV-mode cruising range is 26.4 km/L (143 mpg US, 1.64 The vehicle’s electric power consumption rate is 8.74 The HV mode fuel efficiency, after the battery has been depleted, still maintains an efficiency of 31.6 mpg US, 3.16 Engine Type.

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Advantage EV

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For EV drivers, cold temperatures slow down the chemical reactions in battery cells, and because they don't have heat-producing engines, EVs must use additional battery power to warm their cabins (although these can be pre-heated in plugged-in EVs). Charging is much cheaper than gas. We update you with EV news monthly.

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Volvo to unveil XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept at Detroit show; system targeted for US and China markets

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It is also possible while recharging the car to heat or cool the passenger compartment, reserving more battery power to propel the car. L/100 km, 102 mpg US). In Power mode, the technology is optimized to create maximum possible power. In Power mode, the technology is optimized to create maximum possible power.