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2019 Prius offered with new electric all-wheel drive system

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The Prius AWD-e uses an independent electric, magnet-less rear motor (a Toyota first) to power the rear wheels from 0 to 6 mph, then when needed, up to 43 mph. The AWD-e models use a newly developed compact Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery that is designed to provide excellent performance in cold-weather conditions.

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Toyota introduces 2022 Toyota Tundra pickup with new i-FORCE MAX hybrid option

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The system employs a 288V sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery that resides under the rear passenger seats. Although the electric motor does the bulk of the work at lower speeds, once above 18 mph the gasoline engine is constantly in operation for excellent performance in the mid- and high-speed range.

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Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

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This means the wheels are turned by power coming directly from the gasoline engine, or the electric motor, or both together, as conditions demand. The Sonata Hybrid can deliver electric drive operation at steady-state speeds of up to 62 mph (100 km/h). Electric operation limit [mph]. Hybrid system. Power split. Power split.

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Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

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liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with two motor/generators through an electronically controlled planetary-type continuously variable transmission (CVT) transaxle. As on the Corolla gasoline models, the new multi-link rear suspension improves both handling agility and ride comfort compared to the previous-generation Corolla Sedan.

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Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

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The RAV4 gasoline version comes in four grades: LE, XLE, Limited and the new SE. MSRP for the 2016 RAV4 gasoline models will range from $24,350 for the LE 2WD to $32,910 for the AWD Limited. The system varies power between the gasoline engine and electric motor, or combines both as needed, all seamlessly.

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Prius Plug-in Concept to Support All-Electric Driving Up To About 12 Miles at Speeds Up To 62MPH

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miles) miles at speeds up to 62 mph. Over longer distances and higher speeds, the Prius Plug-in switches to conventional gasoline-electric full hybrid operation. Toyota has provided some initial details on the new Prius Plug-in Hybrid Concept to be unveiled next week at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

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Porsche adds second production hybrid model, Panamera S Hybrid

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The Panamera S Hybrid accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds and has a top track speed of 167 mph (270 km/h). Its range in purely electric mode is approximately one mile, with electric-only acceleration possible up to just over 50 mph (85 km/h).

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