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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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Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has begun taking orders through Toyota dealers around Japan for the Prius PHV (plug-in hybrid). The Prius PHV will be sold by all Toyota, Toyopet, Toyota Corolla and Netz dealers in Japan; the sales target in Japan is 35,000 to 40,000 units per year. The EV mode can be maintained up to 100 km/h (62 mph).

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV

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Performance of 0-60 mph in 6.6 Driving Impressions: Hitting the Road Always in control Our driving time was spent on wet and dry pavement negotiating San Diego County highways and back country winding roads. coefficient of drag (C d ), which helps it cut through the wind and deliver excellent fuel economy.

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Green Motorsports: Subaru Hits the Track To Improve the Breed

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The racing is rough, taking place on custom-designed dirt tracks with plenty of sharp turns, berms, the traditional Joker Lap pass and 100-foot gap jumps, all at speeds of more than 100 mph. The conditions are punishing by any measure, but through it all, Subaru’s teams have dominated the series. Subaru driver Travis Pastrana with fan.

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Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT

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From the first spy photos to seeing it in person to pushing the start button, I have never been disappointed by the all-new 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe. seconds with a top speed of 194 mph are plenty fast for just about everyone. mpg, but in two 100-mile highway runs with the cruise control set at 65 mph, we achieved 30.1

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More details from Kia on the EV9 three-row SUV

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At launch, the EV9 will be available in Light, Wind, Land, and GT-Line trim levels, offered in two battery sizes and rear-wheel drive or dual-motor AWD configurations. second 0-60 mph time in certain trim levels. earlier post ). The boxy, triangular design language of the EV9 emphasizes the tension of its short overhangs and long 122.0-inch

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Road Test: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 4Matic Mild Hybrid

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When putting the S500 in drive and pulling away, you hear a distinctive click that reassures the door handles have retracted and will not be grabbing the wind as you whoosh down the road. There are also near-ear speakers in the front seats that can be personalized. Lest you forget. Powertrain: Smooth and Efficient. Smooth turbo power.

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Road Test: 2024 Subaru Solterra Touring EV

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The Solterra shines in town and on the open road, with acceleration more than adequate (0-60 mph in 6.0 The sleek aerodynamic roof rails can accommodate up-to 700 pounds when parked, 176 pounds when moving, so a three-person tent is a go. Since it’s all-wheel drive all-the-time, the grip is enhanced even on a dry, smooth roadway.