Green Car Congress

APRIL 16, 2010

The Nikkei reports that Toyota Motor Corp. will introduce a new Prius minivan equipped with Li-ion batteries early next year—the first of a coming rollout of hybrids equipped with Li-ion packs. A hybrid vehicle that Toyota plans to introduce around 2015 will also offer a choice between the two batteries.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 13, 2009

Mercedes-Benz will launch the ML450 HYBRID ( earlier post ) in the US on 16 November. Mercedes-Benz will offer the two-mode ML450 HYBRID as part of a special lease only option (no purchase) for a monthly lease price of $659 per month for 36 months and $549 per month for 60 months. The new Mercedes-Benz ML450 HYBRID uses a 3.5-liter

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Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2009

Hyundai Motor Co. has received more than 1,000 pre-sale orders for its Avante/Elantra LPI hybrid since 17 June. The car, the world’s first production hybrid electric vehicle to be powered by a Liquefied Petroleum Injected (LPI) engine, goes on sale in South Korea next Wednesday (8 July). Tags: Brief. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2010

Comparison of 2015-2020 new vehicle potential fuel-saving technologies for seven vehicle types: tractor trailer (TT), Class 3-6 box (box), Class 3-6 bucket (bucket), Class 8 refuse (refuse), transit bus (bus), motor coach (coach), and Class 2b pickups and vans (2b). Source: TIAX. Click to enlarge. per gallon. per gallon or higher.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

Hybrid Efficiency in a Premium SUV. Hybrid Sophistication. The all-wheel drive 2022 Lexus RX 450h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Synergy Drive, a parallel hybrid system. liter V6 engine that runs on 95 octane and three motors that produce a total 308 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. Refined dual motivation.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2009

The third phase of a SDG&E multi-year in-use study on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles showed that plug-in hybrids offer significant improvements in gas mileage and reductions in emissions when compared with standard hybrid-electric and gasoline internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. One of SDG&E’s converted PHEVs.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2010

(EVPS) and Energy Dimensions, LLC entered a partnership to market EVPS’ plug-in, hybrid-electric (PHEV) retrofit drive system for electric utility, light-duty trucks. The new PHEV systems increases fuel economy by 30% with a return on investment (ROI) of approximately 30% at current fuel prices in start/stop applications, according to EVPS.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 6, 2009

The 8 kWh battery pack for the new 2011 Buick PHEV crossover vehicle is prepared for testing at the General Motors Tech Center in Warren, Michigan. General Motors will debut its two-mode plug-in hybrid technology—originally intended to appear first in a Saturn VUE, prior to that brand’s sale—in a new Buick crossover vehicle in 2011.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2009

Lexus has set the base US Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2010 RX 450h at $41,660 for the front-wheel drive (FWD) model and $43,250 for the all-wheel drive (AWD) version. The second-generation 2010 RX 450h introduces an updated version of Lexus Hybrid Drive, featuring a 3.5-liter Tags: Brief. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2009

Costs of light-duty plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are high—largely due to their lithium-ion batteries—and unlikely to drastically decrease in the near future, according to a new report from the National Research Council (NRC). It has a 40-mile electric range, a larger electric motor, and a much larger battery than the PHEV-10.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2010

A new study from the Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs finds that reducing greenhouse gas emissions from transportation will be a much bigger challenge than many assume, and will require substantially higher fuel prices combined with more stringent regulations. —Morrow et al.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Some of these come as hybrids, plug-in hybrids or full electrics, upping the ante even more. The fuel economy, which is best in Tour, was aided by cylinder deactivation, where the 3.6L Pricing and Warranties. Clean Fleet Report’s 2021 XT5 Premium Luxury had a base price of $48,795. Your numbers may differ.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 14, 2009

Motorists in the US can count down the hours until the launch of the new Mercedes ML450 HYBRID. The German manufacturer will offer the two-mode hybrid as part of a special lease option from Monday, with a monthly lease price of $659 for 36 months and $549 for 60 months. Its EPA rating is 24mpg highway, 21mpg city.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 3, 2010

Ford Motor Company said it will. The hybrid version of the MKZ ( earlier post ) will reach showrooms later this year and is expected to be the most fuel efficient premium sedan on the market. New Lincoln-exclusive powertrains, including an all-new V-6 engine and advanced fuel-efficient transmissions. Earlier post.).

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 25, 2009

Steeped in history, the International Motor Show, or Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA), held biennially in Frankfurt, Germany, is already regarded as the world’s largest motor show – and this year it may be more important than ever. The Green Piece. August 25 2009. However, the event will also have a distinctly green theme.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 20, 2010

Honda Motor Company will introduce a battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and a new plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) to the US market in 2012, said President & CEO Takanobu Ito in his mid-year address in Tokyo, Japan. The City of Torrance will also receive a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle for evaluation by the end of 2010.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

Hot on the heels of making its North American debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show, the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 will arrive in US showrooms in early December. The Sports Active Coupe, which includes two-mode hybrid technology, will go on sale from December 5, 2009, and will have a base price of $89,725 including destination and handling.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The only upgrade is the Plaid version that features even faster acceleration from three motors, producing sub-two second 0-60 runs. A disappointing compliance car, the Ford Focus EV, languished while plug-in hybrid versions of the midsize Fusion and small crossover C-Max sold relatively well, until Ford came up with a real plan.

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Green Cars News

JULY 2, 2009

The world’s first production hybrid electric vehicle to be powered by a liquefied petroleum injected (LPI) engine has proven an instant sales success for its manufacturer. litres, includes a 15kW permanent magnet synchronous motor as well as a continually variable transmission.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 8, 2022

With 1,000 horsepower and a GMC estimate of 11,500 pound-feet of torque coming through three motors to drive all four wheels, the Hummer EV is trying to make a statement even before you get behind the wheel. Overall, while comfortable and providing good sight-lines, there is a lot of plastic that doesn’t jibe with the $110,000+ price tag.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The Saturn version of the two-mode plug-in hybrid at the Milford Proving Grounds. Fritz Henderson, GM’s President and CEO: “ We had a couple of Audi and BMW customers sit in an Equinox and say ‘this vehicle should be priced well above what it is’—Chevrolet should blow people away for what they get for their money. ”. by Bill Cooke.

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Current EV

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

By John Coulter, CURRENT EV CMO In its new Prime, Toyota offers a RAV4 green version that employs a hybrid drivetrain relying on a gas engine and electric motors that draw power from a plug and regenerative braking. Its 42-mile EV range, its 600-mile total range and relatively low price tag have made the PHEV an instant smash hit.

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Miles PHEV Toyota Range 52

Revenge of the Electric Car

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

. ‘Starting Wednesday, the 2010 Roadster, which competes against exotic sport cars like the Porsche 911, will be available on a three-year, 30,000-mile lease based on the manufacturer’s price of $111,005, Tesla said. Electric car maker Tesla Motors Inc. lease based on the manufacturer’s price of $111,005, Tesla said.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The oil price shocks of the 1970s led the Brazilian government to address the strain high prices were placing on its fragile economy. The government assisted the shift by giving sugar companies subsidized loans to build ethanol plants, as well as guaranteeing prices for their ethanol products. Donovan, CEO Renergie, Inc.

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Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

N ow that the number one automaker and the number two automaker has made the commitment to building Plug In hybrid / electric vehicles by 2010, another automotive giant is joining the race. Thus, Nissan will be offering serial plug in hybrids. It already has the Prius and five other hybrids selling in the U.S. Toyota ( TM ).

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Current EV

DECEMBER 22, 2019

The EV sector includes HEVs (Hybrid Electric Vehicles), PHEVs (Plug-In Electric Vehicles), and BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles). 2 Same price as a traditional vehicle (57%). 5 Manufacturer providing a gasoline or hybrid car to switch out (32%). Driven largely in China, the U.S., Would increase likelihood to purchase EV.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Car-Makers Say. 2 Plug-in hybrids are cleaner 3 Plug-in hybrids are cheaper 4 Plug-in hybrids are domestic 5 Plug-in hybrids already exist 1. What Are Plug-In Hybrids? We can achieve that -- today -- with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV).

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 9, 2021

The car is a “2” because it was preceded by the “1,” which is an electric performance plug-in hybrid GT, with a six-figure price tag and a limited output of 500 units per year over the next three years. The Launch Edition features two motors, one up front and one in the rear, powered by a 78-kilowatt-hour battery.

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Plug In Partners

JANUARY 11, 2008

E ven as the President of Honda says he doesn't think that Plug-ins make sense, a new car company in China announces their plans to build one and Hyundai says it is considering developing a plug-in hybrid car. China's Plucky Plug-In Hybrid BYD's car hits the stage at the Detroit auto show—but will it really be ready to roll this summer?

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Revenge of the Electric Car

APRIL 6, 2010

From the article: ‘The New York study anticipates that by 2015, electric vehicle prices should decline because of reduced battery costs, that there will be a sufficient supply of electric vehicles to purchase, and that consumers will take advantage of the existing federal tax credit of $7,500 for new electric cars. Better Cars ….

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2009

The prospects of additional development cost—plus the resulting higher price of the final vehicle—to meet more stringent regulations is giving automakers pause, according to Paul Whitaker from AVL, as he presented their solution for a turbocharged spark ignited direct injection engine development for the US. Tim Johnson. John Kirwan.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine Emissions 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2009

General Motors Corp. GM also reaffirmed its commitment to improve the fuel efficiency of its vehicle fleet, meet or exceed new federal fuel economy and emissions regulations, and push ahead with advanced propulsion technology. The Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain, midsize crossovers with highway fuel economy of 32 mpg.

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Green Cars News

MAY 11, 2009

Having already surpassed the Toyota Prius during its first month of sales in the UK, Honda’s Insight is now ranked as the best selling car among all new vehicle registrations in Japan in April marking the first time a hybrid model has been the top seller during any monthly sales period.

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Green Cars News

JUNE 29, 2009

Hybrid cars should be all about fuel efficiency and miles per gallon shouldn’t they? Indeed here lies a problem - with hybrids linked to economy, buyers almost expect 40-plus miles per gallon. litre engine and hybrid components. litre engine and hybrid components.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 9, 2009

General Motors 2MT70 FWD two-mode hybrid transaxle, as seen from. GM Developing Additional Full Hybrid System for Smaller Vehicles. Nitz would not disclose if the third full hybrid system is a direct extension of the two-mode transmission, only saying “ Stay tuned.”. by Jack Rosebro. engine side. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2009

Improvements result from an optimistic scenario achieving doubling of new vehicle fuel economy in 2035 from today’s value. Electrifying the light-duty vehicle fleet through expanded deployment of plug-in hybrids, battery electric vehicles, and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles. Source: America’s Energy Future, Fig. Intel Corp.,

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 1, 2018

Hyundai’s 2018 Plug-in Hybrid Ioniq ( earlier post ) is heading to dealerships now—joining the Hybrid and Electric models—with an aggressive starting price of $24,950—$5,000 less than the full battery-electric version of the Ioniq but with more than five times the range. Ioniq Hybrid (Blue).

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