Posts Tagged Hybrid vehicles

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.

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.

Mitsubishi Planning to Release Eight New Plug-In Electric Vehicles by 2015

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Electric Vehicles, Hybrid vehicles on January 24, 2011

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has got a new business plan related to emerging markets, electric power and globalization. Eight new hybrid, plug-in hybrid and full electric vehicles will be launched by 2015. The purpose of their launch is both to reduce the dependence on conventional combustion engines and to reduce the environmental impact of the hybrid’s fleet.

Honda's New Hybrid Civic to Be Equipped with Li-ion Battery in 2011

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

At North American International Auto Show, Honda Motor Co. presented a new concept of their classic Civic. In accordance to the company’s statements, the hybrid will be equipped with Li-ion rechargeable battery.

Will Prius Be U.S. Top-Seller by the End of the Decade?

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on January 5, 2011

Since its foundation, Toyota relied on some guiding principles such as developing advanced technologies and offering amazing products and services that responded to the needs of customers from the whole world, or working with business partners in order to achieve long-term growth and mutual benefits.

E-Mobile: Russia's First Hybrid Car Coming in 2012

Posted by Mihai Sandru in Hybrid vehicles on December 15, 2010

Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov, one of the richest people in the world, has presented this week the country’s first hybrid vehicle that will be available on the market in 2012.

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