Tag Archives: Hybrids
FORD, EPRI ADD 7 NEW UTILITY PARTNERS, BATTERY MAKER TO PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE PROGRAM
Posted on03. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
FORD, EPRI ADD 7 NEW UTILITY PARTNERS, BATTERY MAKER TO PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE PROGRAM
* Seven electric utility providers are joining the Ford and Electric Power Research Institute plug-in hybrid electric vehicle program to conduct real world testing with Ford Escape PHEVs.
* Utility companies and a state research agency from New York, Ohio, North Carolina, Alabama, [...]
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Chevrolet’s Fuel-efficient and Advanced Tech Vehicles are Center Stage at 2009 Washington Auto Show
Posted on30. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
Chevrolet’s Fuel-efficient and Advanced Tech Vehicles are Center Stage at 2009 Washington Auto Show
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Fuel efficiency reigns at the 2009 Washington Auto Show with General Motors’ display of newly introduced cars and crossovers, led by its foundational brand, Chevrolet. The lineup demonstrates GM’s commitment to building fuel-efficient vehicles using advanced propulsion technologies, [...]
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STUDY: FORD RANKED AS INDUSTRY LEADER FOR QUALITY AND SIGNIFICANCE OF TECHNOLOGY PATENTS
Posted on28. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
STUDY: FORD RANKED AS INDUSTRY LEADER FOR QUALITY AND SIGNIFICANCE OF TECHNOLOGY PATENTS
* Leading patent analyst ranks Ford above all other automakers for the quality and significance of its technology patents.
* The 2010 Fusion and Fusion Hybrid – America’s most fuel efficient mid-size sedan – sets new standard for technology innovation with 119 U.S. patents [...]
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SEAT presents its electric car project to Spanish government
Posted on25. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
SEAT presents its electric car project to Spanish government
# The electrically-powered prototype presented shows the potential of the Twin Drive traction for a compact range vehicle.
# This technology uses electrical power in urban circuits, combined with a combustion engine for interurban trips, with no range restriction.
# The first units could be available [...]
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Toyota Introduces Certified Used Hybrid Program
Posted on20. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
Toyota Introduces Certified Used Hybrid Program
TORRANCE, Calif. (January 20, 2009) – In an effort to attract new buyers to the hybrid market, Toyota today launched the all-new Toyota Certified Used Hybrid (TCUH) program, an extension of the Toyota Certified Used Vehicles (TCUV) brand which provides added inspection and warranty coverage on certified used Toyota hybrids.
“The [...]
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The New Honda Insight…
Posted on19. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
INTRODUCTION
5-door family hatchback with Honda’s petrol-electric IMA system
Combines practicality and flexibility in an affordable package
Low emissions and great fuel economy based on real world driving conditions
Unique Eco Assist driver coaching system that can help any driver maximise fuel economy
Sleek, sporty and aerodynamic design influenced by FCX Clarity
Practical and spacious interior to accommodate five [...]
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The all-new 2010 Toyota Prius: Ready to welcome more Canadians to the sustainable transportation revolution
Posted on12. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
The all-new 2010 Toyota Prius: Ready to welcome more Canadians to the sustainable transportation revolution
DETROIT, MI, Jan. 12 /CNW/ – Canadians have embraced the performance,
comfort, versatility, fuel-efficiency and environmental sensitivity of
Toyota’s industry-leading fleet of next-generation, gasoline-electric vehicles
powered by the Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive. Now, the vehicle that started the
sustainable transportation revolution [...]
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Lexus world debut of the 2010 HS250h
Posted on11. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
Lexus world debut of the 2010 HS250h- the worlds first dedicated hybrid will be 30 percent more better than the most fuel- efficient car in the line up today. Photo from the North American international Auto Show, Cobo Hall, Detroit, Michigan (11JAN09)
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FORD PLANNING NEW ELECTRIC, HYBRID AND PLUG-IN VEHICLES IN NEXT 4 YEARS; PARTNERS HELP SPEED VEHICLES TO MARKET
Posted on11. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
FORD PLANNING NEW ELECTRIC, HYBRID AND PLUG-IN VEHICLES IN NEXT 4 YEARS; PARTNERS HELP SPEED VEHICLES TO MARKET
* Ford announces aggressive new electric vehicle plan to bring pure battery-powered vehicles, hybrids and plug-in hybrid vehicles to market
* To start, Ford will introduce in North America:
o A new battery electric commercial van in 2010
o A new [...]
