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Toyota holds line-off ceremony for Prius in Thailand

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Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Thai consumer interest in the environment and energy-saving technologies has been growing, and the start of production and sales of Prius—the first time the third-generation Prius has been produced outside Japan—follows the start of Thai production and sales of the Camry Hybrid sedan in 2009.

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Toyota invests $1.33B in Kentucky plant to introduce TNGA; 2018 Camry to be 1st TNGA car made in US

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Toyota Motor is making a $1.33-billion billion investment in Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc. It also allows for a more flexible production environment. TMMK); the plant will be Toyota’s first in North America to begin producing vehicles using Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA). Earlier post.)

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7 Common Hybrid Myths and Misconceptions Debunked

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This is a positive feedback loop of less consumption which is why hybrid cars are so eco-friendly. You’re Not Going To Save the Environment with a Hybrid. Speaking of eco-friendly, some people feel like hybrid cars won’t make a difference because they still release greenhouse gases. This is simply not true.

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Oak Ridge Two-Phase, Floating Loop Cooling System for Power Electronics Meets DOE 2020 Targets

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Power electronics and electrical machines (PEEM) are essential elements of hybrid and electric-drive vehicles. boost converters and inverters); electric motors; and thermal control and system integration. The Camry Hybrid inverter offers about 8 kW/L, according to ORNL.) Earlier post.). Ayers, James C. Conklin, John S.

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Toyota introduces 7th generation Camry for 2012 with improved fuel economy and performance across all models; ~39% jump in EPA city cycle fuel economy for the hybrid

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2012 Camry Hybrid. Toyota has unveiled the seventh-generation Camry, the best-selling car in the US for nine years running and for 13 of the past 14 years. liter V6; and a highly revised version of the Hybrid Synergy Drive powertrain for the Camry Hybrid, including a new 2.5-liter Click to enlarge.

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Who is winning the green car race? The Green Piece

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With the global recession making drivers think about their wallets and the environment ahead of power and good looks, a green car race has emerged with manufacturers keen to offer more fuel efficient and environmentally friendly vehicles than their rivals. The Green Piece Column: Tuesday 27 October. So who is leading the green car race?