Posts Tagged hybrid cars

More Details Revealed About Volkswagen’s New Hybrid Touareg

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on March 19, 2012

Do you want a car that will save you money on fuel, maintenance and buying price? Then, probably without knowing it, you’re looking for Volkswagen’s new Touareg hybrid going in at $61,110. Although, I’ve got to admit it could do better in terms of mileage (20 mpg city and 24 highway), the vehicle is still [...]

2012 Cars 14% More Efficient Than Only 4 Years Ago, Study Reveals

Posted by Ovidiu Sandru in Car industry on February 8, 2012

A study by University of Michigan researchers reveals that the average fuel economy of a vehicle manufactured in 2012 has improved by a significant 14 percent compared to those fabricated in 2008. Therefore, the researchers found out that cars improved economy by 2.8 mpg, light trucks by 1.6, while full-sized vans saw the smallest increase [...]

Study Reveals Young People Would Drive Hybrids

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on January 27, 2012

Generation Y (GenY) consumers seem more environmentally-conscious than previous generations, according to a study made by New York-based accountancy firm Deloitte. Apparently, young people between 19 and 31 really do mind what they drive, and the majority (59%) of them would opt for hybrid mainly, augmented with pure battery electric (2%). The research included 1,500 [...]

The Jetta Hybrid: VW's Next Prius Competitor Unveiled at NAIAS

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on January 10, 2012

As the first ever hybrid vehicle, Toyota Prius will have a worthy competitor later this year as it enters the market: The Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. Although a family car and smaller in size than what Volkswagen offered to its US buyers so far, the Jetta Hybrid will be a star at the Detroit Motor Show [...]

GM Korea's Alpheon eAssist Hybrid 25% More Efficient Than Predecessor

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on October 31, 2011

GM wants to release the Volt in Korea, but under a different name. This time it’s dubbed Alpheon eAssist, and it features great improvements regarding the fuel economy – it’s about 25 per cent more economical, compared to its predecessor, the standard Alpheon model. The Alpheon eAssist is equipped with a 17.6kW electric motor and [...]

The New Ciel Concept Hybrid Car Unveiled by Cadillac

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on August 26, 2011

The Cadillac Automobile Company is one step closer to launching a hybrid vehicle on the auto market. Dubbed Cadillac Ciel, the concept was unveiled at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, California, on August 18, 2011. Cadillac cars are know to have massive engines, like the V16 (Cadillac Sixteen concept from 2003). Even this giant company [...]

Subaru's First-Ever Hybrid Vehicle To Debut In 2013

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on July 11, 2011

A few days ago, Subaru has officially confirmed it will launch a hybrid vehicle by the end of 2013. According to some reports, the new car will be packed with Toyota’s hybrid technology. Subaru hasn’t confirmed if the Hybrid Tourer car will run on US roads or not.

Honda Starts Selling Shuttle And Shuttle Hybrid Versions In Japan

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on June 21, 2011

Honda has recently released the two new versions to its existing Honda Fit car series on the Japan auto-market, namely the Fit Shuttle and Fit Shuttle Hybrid.

Toyota Unveils Prius Minivan Hybrid Featuring Li-Ion Battery

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on May 18, 2011

Not even a powerful earthquake as the one that hit Japan a couple of months ago could stop the release of the “Prius Alpha” hybrid minivan from Toyota. The car is something new for the company because it’s the first hybrid to have a lithium-ion rechargeable battery as the main battery and it’s somewhat of a success for the green industry already, since Toyota chose fuel efficiency over size.

C-X75: British-Made Supercar Produced by Jaguar and Williams F1

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on May 9, 2011

Tired of hybrid models being produced in China and elsewhere in the world, the UK are proud to announce the manufacturing of a commercial model of the hybrid C-X75 supercar made by Jaguar in association with racing group Williams, starting with 2013.

Toyota Reports 1 Million Priuses Sold In The US

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on April 13, 2011

As a quick reminder, the Prius is Toyota’s response to the demand of cutting down on emissions. It has come a long way since its first sale in Japan in 1997 and its international introduction in 2001. These days, Toyota celebrates having sold 1 million of these ÃƒÂ¢€Ã…â€œcars of the futureÃƒÂ¢€ in the US. This comes after the March announcement of 3 million Prius cars sold globally.

Land Rover Launches Its First Hybrid Model in 2013

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on April 13, 2011

It seems to be a matter of time before all car makers start producing eco-friendly vehicles. The same goes for Land Rover: it won’t be long before we start seeing their first hybrid on the roads ÃƒÂ¢€Ã¢â‚¬Å“ about 2 years. How long until the plug-in hybrid version? 3 years.

EU Official Proposes No More Gas-Powered Cars Starting 2050!

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Car industry on April 1, 2011

Gas fueled vehicles are among the most vicious factors to cause pollution. For years now there has been continuous talk about reducing it, but little has been done in this sense. These days, the European Union, through its Commission, is putting a stop to the indecision.

Veritas RSIII: Gas-Guzzling Roadster Turned Into Hybrid Beast

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on March 10, 2011

Vermot AG, the creator of the unique Veritas RSIII sports car, has recently declared that the its V10-powered retro ride will be equipped with a hybrid drive. The company also plans to launch a full electric version by the end of 2013 and a coupe version this summer.

Air Hybrid Cars Could Be Cheaper Than Those Based on Electricity

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Air powered, Hybrid vehicles on March 8, 2011

According to Swedish researchers, storing energy as compressed air rather than in batteries would reduce the price of hybrid cars. Some hybrid and electric vehicles are already using brake energy to activate a generator that charges the batteries.

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