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Nissan prices 2007 Altima Hybrid (#)

„Nissan has, in fact, licensed the hybrid technology from Toyota to create the Altima Hybrid. The fact that Nissan is selling the Altima Hybrid (even in select states) allows them to boast that they're offering "green" options. Based on the price point and the fact the technology is licensed from Toyota, their margins on the Altima Hybrid are probably minimal if not negative - not surprised they haven't rolled this vehicle out for sale in all states ...“
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2007/01/30/nissan-prices-2007-altima-hybrid/ - Cached

Nissan's first hybrid debuts - Auto News Feature - Motor Trend (#)

„The automaker had taken a dim view of hybrids until recently, but like many jealous automakers, has watched Toyota's hybrid successes and wanted in on the party. The hybrid Altima was a compromise of sorts for Nissan because it uses parts sourced from Toyota, an avowed Japanese rival. Nissan is clearly not thrilled about using Toyota technology, but felt it needed to get a hybrid vehicle to market quickly and Nissan realized it needed Toyota's expertise to make it happen.“
http://www.motortrend.com/features/auto_news/2006/.../ - Cached

Not All Hybrids are Hot - AutoWeek (#)

„Price and EPA fuel economy ratings also may be a factor. The Accord Hybrid starts at $31,685, including shipping, while the Civic Hybrid starts at $23,195, including shipping. The Accord Hybrid is EPA rated at 28 mpg in city driving and 35 mpg on the highway, not much better than a base model four-cylinder Accord's 24/34 ratings. The Civic Hybrid, at 49 mpg city and 51 mpg highway, shows a big gain over the gasoline-powered Civic's 30/40 rating.“
http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?aid=/20061121/free/61120007/.../ static - Cached

Rustle the Leaf (#)

„Yes, of course it's an incredibly short-sighted perspective, but legislators in those states were so freaked out by the potential revenue loss that they began entertaining ideas that included adding a surtax to hybrid cars, or charging hybrid owners by the mile for their driving. How would the number of miles be tracked, you ask? Why, they'd put Global Positioning Systems in hybrids and bill them for the miles driven, as recorded by a satellite tracking system (I'm not making this up).“
http://rustletheleaf.typepad.com/weblog/ - Cached

2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Auto Shows - Car and Driver February 2007 (#)

„Joining the all-new 2008 Toyota Highlander at the Toyota stand in Chicago is the fuel-efficient hybrid version of the new Highlander. Like the previous Highlander hybrid, the latest hybrid version is powered by a 3.3-liter V-6 and two electric motors (one motor powers the front wheels while a smaller electric motor powers the rear wheels). The engine and the front electric motor are both coupled to a continuously variable transmission (CVT) which is the only transmission available ...“
http://www.caranddriver.com/autoshows/.../ 2008-toyota-highlander-hybrid.html - Cached

2005 SUV Comparisons, Road Tests & Reviews - Motor Trend (#)

„Even though Ford fell short on this claim, its 2005 Escape Hybrid is a major piece of the plan to improve the automaker's truck-corporate-average fuel economy, and--of equal importance--its image. Ford has won the race to market with the world's first production hybrid gas/electric-powered sport/utility, having beat the Lexus RX 400h by about half a year. The Escape Hybrid was launched last fall just as oil-producing and exporting-country prices were breaching $50 per barrel ...“
http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/suv/ 112_0503_2005_suv_reviews - Cached

Volkswagen revises hybrid plans, focuses on Touareg | Car News Blog at Motor Trend (#)

„It appears that Volkswagen is changing course regarding its hybrid powertrain policy. Under Bernd Pischetsrieder, VW's recently sacked CEO, the plan reportedly was to introduce hybrid versions of lower-end models such as the Golf and Jetta, but that has been deemed to expensive to be successful by the incoming regime. According to the German publication Automobilwoche, the automaker's first hybrid-powered vehicle will be the Touareg SUV. “
http://blogs.motortrend.com/1012301/car-news/.../ index.html - Cached

2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid - New Car, Truck, and SUV Drivens and Reviews - Automobile Magazine (#)

„Ann Arbor If the Accord Hybrid--Honda's quickest Accord--is the athlete of mid-size hybrid sedans and the Toyota Camry, with its technology-laden cabin and fuel-sipping efficiency, is the brainiac, then the new Altima Hybrid strives to be the multitalented golden child who pleases everyone. Everyone, that is, in the low-emissions states in which it will be sold: California, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, and Rhode Island.“
http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/sedans/ 0702_2007_nissan_altima_hybrid - Cached

2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid - Road Test & First Drive - Motor Trend (#)

„Nissan starts with its own 2.5-liter gas-powered I-4; the assisting electric motor gives it more oomph and also serves as the starter. Rather than spend gazillions to develop its own hybrid drive system, Nissan has licensed the technology and will purchase some of the components from Toyota. Even though these two industrial giants are archrivals, the move makes sense: Nissan comes to market quicker and with a proven system, while Toyota recaptures some of its considerable hybrid-tech investment.“
http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedan/ 112_0409_2007_nissan_altima_hybrid - Cached

2007 Saab BioPower Hybrid Concept - Latest News, Features, and Auto Show Coverage - Automobile Magazine (#)

„Assisting the revamped engine is a two-mode electric motor that sends power to the rear wheels (while the other engine powers the front). Like many hybrids, this 9-3 uses a continuously variable transmission and regenerative braking and because it is a two-mode, the BioPower Hybrid can accelerate using electricity only. This "Zero Mode" can be activated with a dashboard switch, and will power the vehicle up to about 32 mph while locking out activation of the gas engine ...“
http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/.../ 0701_2007_saab_biopower_hybrid_concept - Cached

Early look: Toyota Hybrid X concept (#)

„He's very environmentally oriented, for him, it's not about saving money, but then again that's not really about the Prius specifically, as there are a variety of hybrids out there other than the Prius. He likes how Toyota has such a progressive mindset regarding the environment, that they took the big jump and basically made Hybrids accessible, technically Honda made the Insight first, but really that wasn't a very practical car, while the Prius is ...“
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2007/02/14/early-look-toyota-hybrid-x-concept/ - Cached

2003-2005 Honda Civic Hybrid - Road Test & Review - Automobile Magazine (#)

„Palm Springs, California-- Honda is about to ask environmentalists, "How green is your wallet?" Its 2003 Civic Hybrid will serve as gasoline-and-electric propulsion's acid test. The Civic marches past Honda's first hybrid, the Insight, in almost every area except its near-$20,000 base price. It brings to Honda's green party a new 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine, a lighter and more compact battery-and-electronics pack, two more doors, and a back seat ...“
http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/sedans/0205_honda_civic_hybrid/ - Cached

Lexus debuts 2007/2007 Lexus LS 600h L (#)

„Lexus has unveiled the LS600h L — a performance hybrid version of its new flagship sedan — at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. Scheduled to arrive in Spring 2007, it will be the world's first vehicle of any class or category to feature a full hybrid V8 powertrain. The LS 600h will combine an all-new five-litre V8 gas engine with combined massive, high-output electric motors and a newly designed large-capacity battery pack ...“
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/04/12/lexus-debuts-20072007-lexus-ls-600h-l/ - Cached

Country's 14th Hybrid Car Unveiled: Nissan's 2007 Altima - Popular Mechanics (#)

„The Altima Hybrid is reported to get 41 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway, with the 20-gallon gas tank theoretically allowing 700 miles between fill-ups. The conventional part of the powertrain uses Nissan’s 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine, re-tuned for hybrid use to produce 158 hp and mated to a CVT transmission. The other half uses hybrid technology licensed from Toyota. Yes, that Toyota.“
http://www.popularmechanics.com/blogs/automotive_news/ 4199297.html - Cached

VW to jump on the hybrid bandwagon by 2009 - Autoblog (#)

„The hybrid wars that have been waging between VW's Japanese rivals, Honda and Toyota, have had the two taking opposing strategies, the latter opting to shoehorn hybrid powerplants into existing models (sans Insight), while the latter primarily prefers to produce more recognizable and distinct models. With a Jetta hybrid, Volkswagen will join others (like Ford) in Honda's camp ...“
http://www.autoblog.com/2006/12/15/.../ - Cached

supplier (#)

„Frankfurt am Main, Germany, January 9, 2006. Volkswagen AG and Continental Automotive Systems have agreed on a strategic partnership for the development and supply of power electronics for future hybrid projects. At the same time, Volkswagen AG awarded an order for a hybrid drive module consisting of an electric drive including the power electronics to Continental Automotive Systems and ZF Friedrichshafen AG.“
http://www.autointell.com/core/ companies-suppliers.htm - Cached

US Hybrid Sales Increase 11% in January 2007 (#)

„Combined US sales of light-duty hybrids exceeded 17,591 units in January 2007, according to sales reports from automakers, up 11% from January 2006. (GM is not yet breaking out the sales of its hybrid models, and so GM results are not included in that figure). Hybrids represented 1.6% of all new light duty vehicle sales in January 2007, up from 1.4% in January 2006.“
http://www.greencarcongress.com/2007/02/ us_hybrid_sales.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2007/02/02

Ford Introduces 2008 Mariner Hybrid with Some Enhancements (#)

„The electric/hybrid has to be built to American driving conditions and attitudes. A plug-in electric vehicle with more powerful batteries and capable of higher speeds (60 mph minimum before the gas burner kicks-in) is what American manufacturers need to introduce. There has to be a way to recharge quickly or even replace them at a fuel stop (pull-up, slide the old battery pack out, a new one in, pay the man and drive away with a 64 oz humongous gulp in hand).“
http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006/10/ ford_introduces.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2006/10/06

Paris Motor Show: hybrid CityCab concept - Autoblog (#)

„The 21st century taxicab needs to be environmentally friendly and safe. CityCab's fuel consumption and emissions are both extremely low thanks to the hybrid powertrain by Toyota and the vehicle's ultra-light body. The carbon fibre composite body manufactured using a novel SPRINT technology weighs 75% less than a steel body and it's also cost-competitive. The vehicle's crashworthiness has been determined through computer simulation tests.“
http://www.autoblog.com/2006/09/28/paris-motor-show-hybrid-citycab-concept/ - Cached

The Autoextremist Store Catalog (#)

„Original pioneering research from Autoextremist Research takes a look at what US consumers, auto industry professionals, and auto enthusiasts think and understand about hybrid and fuel cell vehicles. Report identifies some of the misperceptions and misunderstandings influencing current consumer views. Report provides an unprecedented look at the pattern of opinions and views among the public, the auto industry, and auto enthusiasts.“
http://www.autoextremist.com/aestore/ aestorepromo.shtml - Cached

Toyota FT-HS Hybrid Sports Concept (#)

„George Alexander of the Auto Fidelity Group says "absolutely stunning… Toyota is about to embark on a journey that will further distinguish it from all other automotive manufacturers. With the FT-HS Hybrid Sports Concept, Toyota is staying true to its roots by being a reliable, economical, and evironmentally friendly company, that is now bringing back power and speed to cater to the enthusiasts that Toyota once had ...“
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/12/25/toyota-ft-hs-hybrid-sports-concept/ - Cached

CHICAGO SHOW: Toyota redesigns its hybrid SUV: Automotive News & Comment (#)

„Two months later, the redesigned Highlander Hybrid goes on sale in the US in Base and Limited grades with Toyota's advanced VDIM stability system that integrates full-time four-wheel drive with intelligence, electronic brake and throttle control, and electronically-controlled active steering. The 3.3-litre V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive system with CVT automatic gearbox (similar to the “
http://www.just-auto.com/article.aspx?id=90408 - Cached

Diesel Hybrid Sprinter Vans (#)

„Both models (plug-in and not) are parallel hybrids—the electric motors can contribute motive power, or they can drive the vehicles on their own in certain conditions. The motors are powered by NiMH (nickel/metal hydride) batteries which are constantly recharged by the engine (acting as a generator) and through regenerative braking. The basic vehicle is a Sprinter 311 CDI (diesel) with an automatic transmission.“
http://www.greencarcongress.com/2004/09/ diesel_hybrid_s.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2004/09/23

Talk to the hand (#)

„Autoextremist Research not only published a study covering similar ground more than six months ago, we also included surveys of two other key audiences--auto industry professionals and auto enthusiasts--in addition to US consumers. The Autoextremist study also went well beyond the simple Hart/GM opinion poll in exploring what consumers really understand and misunderstand about hybrids and alternative fuel cars ...“
http://www.autoextremist.com/research/ hand.shtml - Cached

2007 Toyota FT-HS Concept - Latest News, Features, and Auto Show Coverage - Automobile Magazine (#)

„That triangular theme repeats itself throughout the FT-HS's dramatically creased exterior and into its cabin as well. The FT-HS further advertises its hybrid powertrain with its peek-a-boo hood, which features a hole through which one sees the engine cover with its Hybrid Synergy Drive logo. Calty's Erwin Lui likens it to the shaker hood scoops of an earlier era ...“
http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/.../ 0702_2007_toyota_ft_hs_concept - Cached

Will Price Rule? - AutoWeek (#)

„Scott Stapf, director of the Hybrid Owners of America, a Washington lobbying group, thinks the Aura may do well even though it doesn't have the technical sophistication of the Camry or Accord. "You still do have an environmentally sensitive group of consumers who are worried about emissions and global warming, and just about any hybrid will cut it," he says.“
http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?aid=/20070226/free/70226002/.../ geneva - Cached

Consumer perceptions of hybrid vehicles (#)

„This Autoextremist Research report examines what US consumers, auto industry professionals, and auto enthusiasts think and understand about hybrid and fuel cell vehicles. Report provides the first-ever look at the pattern of opinions and views toward hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles among the public, among the auto industry, and among auto enthusiasts.“
http://www.autoextremist.com/research/ hybrid.shtml - Cached

Hybrid Mini offers 640 hp, 0-60 in 4.5 seconds (#)

„The motors are able to provide ABS and traction control with guidance of the car's onboard computer. The Mini QED is a plug-in hybrid, meaning it can be charged directly from a power outlet. The car will "not be generally commercially available," according to its creators. However, the company is "interested in discussing possible one-off orders and collaborations."“
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/07/21/.../ - Cached

Detroit Auto Show: Ford Airstream Concept - Autoblog (#)

„Providing motive force for the Airstream is the real news here. The concept is powered by a plug-in hydrogen hybrid fuel-cell. The major leap with this fuel cell is that it can function when temperatures drop below freezing. The fuel cell is provided by Ballard, and its sole purpose is to keep the lithium-ion batteries charged, not drive the vehicle as in previous fuel cell implementations.“
http://www.autoblog.com/2007/01/07/detroit-auto-show-ford-airstream-concept/ - Cached

Toyota's Supra Hybrid by Any Other Name: Detroit Preview - Popular Mechanics (#)

„The chassis is based on the same structure as the Lexus LF-A sports car that’s been green-lit for production . But instead of a thirsty V8 or V10, the FT-HS has a sports-tuned, 3.5-liter V6 augmented by the next-generation hybrid system to produce the equivalent of 400 hp. The power in this concept is routed through a paddle-shifted manu-matic transmission through the rear wheels ...“
http://www.popularmechanics.com/blogs/automotive_news/ 4208623.html - Cached

DaimlerChrysler: The Dodge PowerBox Concept (#)

„At the same time, “PowerBox is a vehicle with a conscience,” said Richard Schaum, Executive Vice President — Product Development & Quality. “Introducing a CNG-electric hybrid SUV, with patented ‘through-the-road’ (TTR) technology, gives consumers the option of an environmentally-friendly vehicle without sacrificing their wants and needs for both performance and utility.”“
http://www.autointell.com/nao_companies/daimlerchrysler/concepts-2001/.../ dodge-powerbox-01.htm - Cached

Subaru Hybrid Postponed to 2008; Turning to Toyota (#)

„After discussing the reliable, safe, environmentally concious, spacious, and cost effective Subaru Outback with a number of owners, I have been investigating the likelihood of a hybrid Outback. Given march 2006 press releases of the FHI / Toyota relationship, I am intrigued by the potential for a unique hybrid (non-suv) wagon Outback ...“
http://www.greencarcongress.com/2005/05/ subaru_hybrid_p.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2005/05/12

Ford unveils flexible fuel hybrid Escape; plug-in hybrids pushed by coalition - AutoWeek (#)

„Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, supports the coalition. He said a plug-in hybrid, especially one that uses alternative fuel, could be a "silver bullet" for the nation's auto-related environmental problems and dependence on foreign oil. He was an author of federal tax credits for hybrids and other advanced-technology vehicles, which took effect Jan.“
http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ article?aid=200660125003 - Cached

Autextremist Research Homepage (#)

„Report provides the first-ever look at the pattern of opinions and views toward hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles among the public, among the auto industry, and among auto enthusiasts. Report explores what US consumers, auto industry professionals, and auto enthusiasts think and understand about hybrid and fuel cell vehicles.“
http://www.autoextremist.com/research/ reports.html - Cached

Hybrid Technologies to Launch EV Distributor Network (#)

„Under the plan, each of the 75 distributors will be able to establish one full service center and 25 dealers within its exclusive territory to offer Hybrid Technologies’ line of lithium-ion powered vehicles—two-wheel, four-wheel as well as lawn and garden vehicles and wheelchairs—in addition to its standalone lithium-ion battery-powered propulsion system.“
http://www.greencarcongress.com/2007/01/ hybrid_technolo.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2007/01/31

Enova in Hybrid School Bus Project with Truck Manufacturer (#)

Hybrid school buses are not available on the market. The technology, however, has been demonstrated on transit buses. In addition to researchers and public interest entities, moving this technology into the market for school buses will require the involvement of bus operators, bus manufacturers and vendors to the bus manufacturers who can provide the necessary technology.“
http://www.greencarcongress.com/2005/12/ enova_in_hybrid.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2005/12/16

Scuderi Unveils Advanced Air-Hybrid Engine Concept (#)

„The hybrid element of the engine begins in this crossover chamber, where a separate valve controls the flow of excess air into an external storage tank. The tank is pressurized to a similar degree as the combustion chamber gases – about 735 psi (50 bar) – and has a volume of about 1L per each of the engine’s cylinders, says company President Sal Scuderi.“
http://wardsauto.com/ar/scuderi_air_hybrid/ - Cached

Detroit Auto Show 2007 - Popular Mechanics (#)

„General Motors has been a little late to the hybrid party. Toyota and Honda have eaten GM's lunch when it comes to gas-electric hybrids. So what does the world's largest automaker do? Go beyond conventional hybrid technology with the electric Chevy Volt Concept.“
http://www.popularmechanics.com/ detroitautoshow2007 - Cached

2006 Greater Los Angeles Motor Show (#)

„In a move to leapfrog competitors such as Toyota and Honda, General Motors CEO Rick Wagoner last week said the automaker will develop a plug-in hybrid for retail sale. "GM has begun work on a Saturn Vue plug-in hybrid production vehicle," Wagoner said in a speech at the Los Angeles auto show.  story “
http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ section?category=losangeles2006 - Cached

Doors of Perception weblog (#)

„people using innovation and ICT to help others work on social and political issues. PRADSA (Practical Design for Social Action) is running a series of workshops around the UK to share best practice amongst people with your hybrid interests and skills.If you are working, however informally, in this area please contact Catherine, by email at:“
http://www.doorsofperception.com/ - Cached

HybridCars.com (#)

„He enjoys communicating his enthusiasm about what is new, unique, and significant. He is the founder of CalCars.org, The California Cars Initiative , and has been promoting 100+ MPG plug-in hybrids full-time since 2001. He posts his own selection of significant developments for PHEVs at the CalCars News Archive ...“
http://www.hybridcars.com/blogs/power - Cached

Volvo plans hybrid C30 (#)

„When it comes to just getting to and from work, I don't need a Hemi. I think a little Deisel Hybrid from Volvo would be way cool. But come Saturday, I want to play with my big noisy and nasty 440ci mopar gurgling its way down the road at 7mpg. And I don't appologize to anyone for it.“
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2007/01/30/volvo-plans-hybrid-c30/ - Cached

Autextremist Research Homepage (#)

„The first survey to ever compare and contrast the views of the public, auto industry professionals, and auto enthusiasts toward alternative fuel vehicles. Report explores what consumers understand and misunderstand about hybrid and fuel cell vehicles. 31-page report. December 2004.“
http://www.autoextremist.com/research/ index.shtml - Cached

TRD Special Edition FJ Cruiser package, Camry hybrid gets $300 bump - Autoblog (#)

„TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the Toyota Racing Development (TRD) Special Edition package for the 2007 FJ Cruiser sport utility vehicle (SUV) and 2007 Camry Hybrid.“
http://www.autoblog.com/2006/09/30/.../ - Cached

Are We There Yet? - AutoWeek (#)

„Part of the shortfall was due to the pace we maintained. At a more hybrid-friendly 55 to 65 mph, the dazzling dashboard display showed numbers closer to 50 mpg, but it was also telling us we were averaging 44 to 45 mpg when our tank reading said otherwise ...“
http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?aid=/20060424/.../ 60417021&searchid=73244466514443 - Cached

2007 Honda Small Hybrid Sports Concept - The Car Connection (#)

„digg_title = '2007 Honda Small Hybrid Sports Concept'; digg_bodytext = 'Honda bringing hybrids, diesels to Geneva.'; digg_topic = 'business_finance'; digg_skin = 'compact';“
http://www.thecarconnection.com/car_shows_and_concept_cars/.../ 2007_honda_small_hybrid_sports_concept.s288.a11857.html - Cached

Toyota Hybrid X Bows in Geneva - The Car Connection (#)

„digg_title = 'Toyota Hybrid X Bows in Geneva'; digg_bodytext = 'New hybrid concept teased with photo.'; digg_topic = 'business_finance'; digg_skin = 'compact';“
http://www.thecarconnection.com/car_shows_and_concept_cars/.../ toyota_hybrid_x_bows_in_gene

 

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