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Winterkorn says Volkswagen developing 10-speed DCT and high-performance diesel; plug-in hybrids offer great potential

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Among alternative drive systems, plug-in hybrids in particular offer great potential, Winterkorn said. The Volkswagen Group intends to launch at least 6 new plug-in hybrid models starting in 2014 and beyond. to 1.6l); the EA 888 Gen3 gasoline engines (1.8l Diesel Engines Fuel Efficiency Hybrids Plug-ins Vehicle Manufacturers'

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GM to Debut Two-Mode Plug-in Hybrid Technology in New Buick Crossover in 2011; LG Chem to Supply the Li-ion Cells

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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. Tom Stephens, GM vice chairman of product development, made the announcement during the Management Briefing Seminars in Traverse City, Michigan.

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Plug’n Drive launches $1,000 incentive to scrap a gas car PLUS $1,000 towards a Used EV

Plug N Drive

Effective February 1, 2020, Ontario residents qualify for a new incentive of $1,000 if they scrap their old gas car and replace it with a used electric car. Combined, these two programs provide Ontario’s drivers with a total of $2,000 in potential incentives to make the switch to a used electric vehicle (EV). Brigham Foundation.

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If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu

Electric Auto Association

By Bob Erdman and Scott Wilson: Members, Electric Vehicle Association of Greater Washington DC. Electric Auto Association (EAA) chapter leaders from all over the country attended a recent training seminar to learn how to support EV legislation at the state and local level.

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Toyota Advanced Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle Achieves 431 Mile Estimated Range; Toyota Targeting Commercialization Within Six Years

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The Toyota Highlander Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle – Advanced (FCHV-adv) ( earlier post ) achieved an estimated range of 431 miles on a single full tank of compressed hydrogen gas, and an average fuel economy of 68.3 Twelve years ago, we developed the first 21st century car.the hybrid Prius. Tags: Fuel Cells Hybrids Hydrogen.

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Toyota Green Grand Prix at Watkins Glen in April

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Educational seminars and displays by appropriate manufacturers and vendors are also part of the day’s activities. The students build, maintain and drive the single-seat electric vehicles. The Toyota Green Grand Prix returns to Watkins Glen International race course Friday, 11 April. Admission is free.

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