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Toyota Europe hybrid sales up 43% year-on-year in 2013; almost 18.5% of total TME sales, 28% in W. Europe

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liter gasoline engine with a light, compact electric motor, transaxle, inverter and battery pack. liter engine with a 60 kW motor and NiMH battery pack; combined cycle fuel consumption is 3.6 The hybrid powertrain was optimized for installation within the vehicle’s compact packaging. The downsized hybrid system combines a 1.5-liter

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Lexus Brings Hybrid Bicycle Concept to the UK

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Ah Lithium-ion battery, with a choice of Eco or Power modes. And, as with the automotive Lexus Hybrid Drive, there is an energy regeneration function that helps recharge the battery by capturing kinetic energy generated under braking. Charge time is approximately 2 hours.

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