Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Official Details Released

March 1, 2010 by Larry  
Filed under Automotive, Hybrid, Lexus, News

Lexus has released official details of its upcoming CT 200h 5-door (wagon) hybrid that is slated to start production late this year and be sold worldwide.

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Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid

February 12, 2010 by Larry  
Filed under Automotive, Electric, Featured, Hybrid, Porsche, Video

The guys at Porsche have conjured up a new hybrid system which is nothing like the one found in your normal consumer hybrid sold at the Toyota or Ford dealership. Instead, found in the new Porsche 911 GT3 R, is a hybrid system that uses an electro-mechanical flywheel for energy storage developed by the Williams Formula One team and the Williams Hybrid subsidiary.

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2010 Detroit Auto Show Concept Vehicle Highlights

This year the Detroit Auto Show had some stunning concept vehicles both in functionality and looks. Here are images and information on the highlighted concept vehicles found at this years Detroit Auto Show. Make sure you post your own thoughts in the comment field below. Enjoy!

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2013 Nissan GT-R Will Be Hybrid Using Electric Powertrain from Infiniti Essence

December 23, 2009 by Larry  
Filed under Automotive, Electric, Featured, Hybrid, Infiniti, News, Nissan

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2013 Nissan GT-R Artist Rendering

Just about every car enthusiast loves the Nissan GT-R but as far as ownership goes, well, that’s another story. Either way, car enthusiasts love to hear the latest buzz about the infamous Godzilla “supercar” from Japan. The recent rumors that have been circulating for some time now will tell you that the next generation Nissan GT-R (2013 model year) will be a Hybrid. According to InsideLine, the 2013 Nissan GT-R will still use the same 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 plus a new battery powered electric drive powertrain as found in the 2009 Infiniti Essence Concept.

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2010 Lexus HS250h Review & Test Drive

November 25, 2009 by Harvey  
Filed under Automotive, Featured, Hybrid, Lexus, Test Drives

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The all-new 2010 Lexus HS250h hybrid will keep more of your money in your pockets as you pass gas stations, and will also have you seated in a Lexus with all of the luxury, convenience and safety that you expect from a Lexus.  The Lexus HS250h is the first luxury hybrid to achieve an EPA Estimated Rating of 35mpg combined and is the first luxury car to come standard with a supplemental restraint system with 10 airbags.

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2010 Toyota Prius Hybrid Review & Test Drive

November 2, 2009 by Harvey  
Filed under Automotive, Featured, Hybrid, Test Drives, Toyota

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Toyota Prius Hybrid – ‘THE ORIGINAL AND STILL THE BEST’

First introduced in 1997 as the world’s first mass-produced hybrid automobile, the all-new, third-generation Prius hybrid sedan sets new standards for innovative hybrid design and technology, raising its level of convenience features and performance to new heights, including a combined EPA estimated fuel efficiency rating of 50 miles per gallon.

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2010 Green Car of the Year TBA

September 10, 2009 by Russell  
Filed under Auto Show, Electric, Hybrid

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Green Car Journal is gearing up to announce their choice of Green Car of the Year at the Los Angeles Auto Show on December third.  This award, started in 2005, has increased steadily in importance during the past five years.  Pushing auto makers and consumers alike to be more aware of the impact their cars and actions have on the environment, as well as take the necessary steps to lessen the negative effect we are having.

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Frankfurt Motor Show Preview: Lexus LF-Ch Concept Premium Hatchback

September 1, 2009 by Larry  
Filed under Auto Show, Automotive, Concept Vehicle, Featured, Hybrid, Lexus

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I will admit that there are not many premium or luxury hatches around. We have the Audi A3 and the European countries have the BMW 1-Series hatchbacks. Now, Lexus wagers to enter this small but noticeable segment with a hybrid hatchback called the Lexus LF-Ch. As of now we are not 100% certain of which Toyota platform this new Lexus will be built off of but it will be a hybrid according to the short press release below. Look for the Lexus LF-Ch to be on display and “revealed” to the public this month at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

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