News By Topic: Vehicles and the Environment: Hybrids

World Premiere of the All New Lexus LC 500h

Feb 21, 2016

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World Premiere of the All-New Lexus LC 500h

Feb 18, 2016

Dynamic luxury - a more elegant, evocative, and fluid interpretation of Lexus L-finesse design philosophy Brand-new Multi Stage Hybrid System offers exhilarating performance and greater efficiency Ultra-rigid yet light body with multi-link suspension for precision handling GENEVA, Feb. 18, 2016 – First revealed by ... Continue reading

Kia To Unveil Optima Plug-In Hybrid at 2016 Geneva Motor Show

Feb 18, 2016

The all-new Optima Plug-in Hybrid provides greater battery capacity and pure electric range than earlier Optima Hybrid models, enabling drivers to travel up to 33 miles in zero-emissions electric-only mode before the efficient 2.0-litre GDI (gasoline direct injection) engine is required to provide propulsion. Kia’ ... Continue reading

Collaboration to Provide Full Electric and Hybrid Drive Systems

Feb 17, 2016

LONGMONT, Colo.—UQM Technologies Inc. (NYSE MKT: UQM) today announced collaboration with New Eagle, a vehicle integrator and supplier of hybrid and electric drive control system technologies and hardware for a variety of vehicle classes and applications. UQM and New Eagle are seeking to satisfy a growing market de ... Continue reading

Hybrid and Electric Technologies Compete With Cheap Gas

Feb 17, 2016

SANTA ROSA, Calif., Feb 17, 2016 -- The Automotive Science Group released its 2016 Automotive Performance Index study findings today, highlighting the stark differences in performance merits that differentiate conventional and alternatively powered cars and SUVs in 2016. According to the study, hybrid vehicles, plug-in ... Continue reading

2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Unveiled At 2016 Chicago Auto Show +VIDEO

Feb 11, 2016

CHICAGO, Feb. 11, 2016 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today unveiled the 2017 Kia Optima Hybrid (HEV) at the Chicago Auto Show. The Optima HEV enjoys the same full redesign – inside and out – as the conventional gas-powered model, the all-new fourth-generation Optima sedan, bringing with it a new hybrid powertra ... Continue reading

2017 Kia Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle Arrives In The Windy City At 2016 Chicago Auto Show +VIDEO

Feb 11, 2016

CHICAGO, Feb. 11, 2016 -- A key component to Kia Motors' Green Car Roadmap was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show today as Kia Motors America (KMA) hosted the global debut of the all-new 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle (HUV). A no-compromise vehicle that combines driving enjoyment with eye-catching design, functional u ... Continue reading

All-New 2017 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid Makes Global Debut At Chicago Auto Show +VIDEO

Feb 11, 2016

CHICAGO, Feb. 11, 2016 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today unveiled the all-new 2017 Optima Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) at the Chicago Auto Show. Kia's first PHEV joined two other fuel-efficient additions to the brand's growing line-up of eco-friendly vehicles, including the all-new 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle (HUV) and a ... Continue reading

Honda to Begin Sales of Refreshed Odyssey and Odyssey Absolute

Feb 5, 2016

TOKYO, Japan, February 4, 2016 - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. will begin sales of an affordably-priced hybrid version as well as the newly refreshed gasoline-powered version of the Honda Odyssey and Odyssey Absolute premium minivans on Friday, February 5, 2016 at dealerships across Japan. A new addition to the Odyssey lineup, ... Continue reading

2016 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

Jan 31, 2016

Toyota's Highlander Hybrid is all about efficient, un-ostentatious luxury. And function...plenty of function. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS As one of the first car-based crossovers in the days of truck SUVs, Toyota's Highlander was almost revolutionary when it made its debut fifteen years ago. Three generations ... Continue reading

Electric Vehicle Manufacturer Mullen Technologies, Inc. Gearing Up to Compete With Tesla and Faraday Future With Expanding Group of Experts

Jan 25, 2016

Mullen Technologies, Inc., a pre-IPO car manufacturer and distributor, has announced the hiring of Mr. Paul Saluzzi as Chief Operating Officer. Mullen Technologies, Inc. gearing up to compete with Tesla and Faraday Future with expanding group of experts. Tweet this Mr. Saluzzi is a 20-year veteran of the financial indu ... Continue reading

2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and RAV4 SE Review By Steve Purdy

Jan 24, 2016

2016 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID AND SE FIRST DRIVES By Steve Purdy Senior Editor The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau As part of the recent mid-cycle refresh of the RAV4 compact crossover Toyota is now adding a hybrid version and a sporty new SE trim level. We’re in California this week for our first look and drive at these t ... Continue reading

Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Named 2016 Luxury Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal

Jan 21, 2016

The all-new Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine, the world’s first seven passenger plug-in hybrid SUV, has been named Green Car Journal’s 2016 Luxury Green Car of the Year. The XC90 T8 offers a combined 400 horsepower by way of a two-liter turbocharged and supercharged gas engine in front and an electric motor at the r ... Continue reading

Toyota Camry Hybrid Enforces More Law Per Gallon +VIDEO

Jan 21, 2016

On the surface, it’s just an environmental thing: A gas/electric hybrid is going to emit less pollutants than a gasoline-only power train. But it’s also going to use less fuel and get more mpg and at low speeds, it’s quieter than a gasoline engine. Think of it as a “stealth mode” when running o ... Continue reading

Mercedes-Benz Shining Stars Of The 2016 North American International Auto Show

Jan 16, 2016

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel DETROIT - January 15, 2016: The preview of the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class (see http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2016/01/12/182042-mercedes-e-class-b ows-ahead-opening-day-detroit-auto-show.html ) on the eve of the show in the Westin Book Cadillac Hotel was for in ... Continue reading