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And the top-selling plug-in hybrid or electric car is…

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The Toyota Prius Plug-in? Which of the new breed of plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles do you think is leading the way in the sales charts? According to new statistics for vehicle sales in the USA during June, the Chevrolet Volt was the top-selling [.]. The Nissan LEAF?

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Toyota hybrid sales top two million

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Hybrid cars are gradually developing from a niche alternative to a mainstream solution and now their impact has been reaffirmed with the news that the Toyota Motor Corporation has cumulatively sold more than two million hybrid vehicles since the 1997 launch of the Coaster Hybrid EV and the Prius. thousand units for a total of 2,016.9

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Chevrolet Volt continues to be top seller for plug-in vehicles

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When it comes to plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles, there is one clear frontrunner when it comes to early sales. The Chevrolet Volt (pictured) is once again the top selling plug-in vehicle in the USA, according to official statistics for October.

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Electric and hybrid cars boost popularity in France

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Sales of hybrid cars and electric cars grew rapidly last month in France – however, they still only retain a marginal market share. According to new statistics, sales of hybrid vehicles rose 46 per cent in September to account for 0.8 per cent of the market. The Honda Jazz led the way as the best [.].

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Cash for clunkers: a summary

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According to official statistics, 84 per cent of consumers traded in trucks and 59 per cent purchased passenger cars. Well, Toyota reaped the largest percentage of sales under the programme with 19.4 Tags: Green cars Latest news cash for clunkers cash for clunkers scheme Toyota Corolla. per cent; and Ford at 14.4

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Volvo call on Mayor to redress the Congestion Charge balance

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Since the charging zone began operating in 2003 Hybrid cars have been exempt from the charge (currently £8.00 Volvo believe this principle is now unfair and outdated, and the statistics back up the claim. Green Car of the Year award from The Mayor recently. Volvo’s What Car? to enter the capital.

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Has the cash for clunkers scheme failed? The Green Piece

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With payments of up to $4,500 for motorists willing to swap their ageing gas guzzling vehicles for more fuel efficient ones, it seemed like a ‘can’t lose’ scheme with consumers getting cheaper cars, the automotive industry enjoying more sales and the environment boosted by a reduction in harmful emissions.