News By Topic: Vehicles and the Environment: Hybrids

2020 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid Preview

Aug 29, 2019

2020 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid with rear-wheel drive has EPA-estimated ratings of 27 mpg city/29 mpg highway/28 mpg combined; a four-wheel drive-equipped vehicle has EPA-estimated ratings of 23 mpg city/26 mpg highway/25 mpg combined With an 18-gallon fuel tank, all-new Explorer Limited Hybrid RWD has an EPA-estimat ... Continue reading

TDK to Showcase Solutions for Battery/xEV Design at The Battery Show North America 2019

Aug 29, 2019

The Battery Show North America 2019, Suburban Collection Showplace, September 10-12, Novi, Michigan. Additionally, TDK-Lambda will present high current and high voltage programmable DC power supplies in Booth #2330. ... Continue reading

The most powerful Porsche Cayenne is a plug-in hybrid

Aug 19, 2019

Top-of-the-range SUV model with 680 PS and purely electric range of up to 40 kilometres Stuttgart. Porsche continues to consistently focus on e-mobility, with the Cayenne range following the Panamera series in now featuring a plug-in hybrid as its new flagship model. ... Continue reading

The Road To EV's Is Strewn With Facts

Aug 19, 2019

Automotive Evolution of Mobility Study was released today. Focused on electric vehicles, the research finds that without collaboration between dealers and automakers, clearing up common misconceptions could delay widespread electric vehicle (EV) adoption. ... Continue reading

Toyota RAV4/RAV4 Hybrid Recall In North America

Aug 15, 2019

Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain 2019 RAV4/RAV4 Hybrid vehicles in North America. Approximately 18,000 vehicles are involved in this recall. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - August 12, 2019

Aug 12, 2019

Recalls: Honda CRV; BMW X3 X4; Mazda3, RAM 1500; Toyota Sienna, Prius, Corolla HYbrid, RAV4; Lexus ES 330h, LS 500h, LC 500h, UX 250h; ALFA ROMEO GIULIA, Stelvio; Mercedes-Benz; Blue Bird, Freightliner, Starcraft; KME; BYD; American Coach; ... Continue reading

Hyundai NEXO Fuel Cell SUV Earns Top Safety Pick+ Award from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Aug 9, 2019

The 2019 Hyundai NEXO hydrogen fuel cell electric SUV has earned a TOP SAFETY PICK+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for vehicles built after June 2019. ... Continue reading

SHIFT Automotive: A Roadmap to Make the Future of Mobility Smart and Sustainable

Aug 6, 2019

SHIFT Automotive returns to IFA Berlin, exploring how the latest technologies are shaping the way we live, work and drive. The two-day convention brings together start-ups and tech giants, car manufacturers and city planners. ... Continue reading

Shipments of BMC Sealed TOYOTA's Hybrid Vehicles On Way To China

Aug 5, 2019

TOKYO, Aug, 05 2019 - Showa Denko has started supplying bulk molding compound (BMC) to Toyota Motor Corporation (TOYOTA) as sealing material for generator motors used in TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID and TOYOTA LEVIN HYBRID recently launched in China. The BMC material, produced by Shanghai Showa Highpolymer Co., Ltd, is being ... Continue reading

Nutson's Auto News Nuggets - Week Ending August 3, 2019

Aug 4, 2019

July US Auto Sales; New Car Destination Charges RISING; NACTOY Candidates For Car Of The Year; Europe Dis's Diesel Loves Electric; Audi Exec Off To Jail; USMCA On Idle; Automotive Heritage Awards; Buh-Bye VW Best Warrantee; Survey Shows: Autonomous Cars Lagging; CAFE Alive In Some States; Historic Vehicle Register Disp ... Continue reading

British Company Launches World-changing Battery Technology

Aug 2, 2019

LONDON, Aug. 2, 2019 -- The world, it seems, is going electric. ... Continue reading

July 2019 US Auto Sales Data and Commentary

Aug 2, 2019

With the Detroit-based automakers—accounting for more than 40% of U.S. auto sales—no longer officially reporting monthly sales numbers, the Cox Automotive Industry Insights team continues to deliver the insights they can. The July forecast called for sales volumes slightly above year-ago levels thanks to an additio ... Continue reading

Mitsubishi Motors reports July 2019 sales

Aug 1, 2019

CYPRESS, Calif., Aug. 1, 2019 – Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA), the fastest-growing Asian brand in the U.S. for the second consecutive year1, today reported July 2019 sales of 8,613 vehicles, a 13.4% decrease over last July. ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB TALK RADIO LIVE FROM NYC, Saturday July 27, 2019 WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM

Jul 27, 2019

Speak With Auto Lab Repair and Buying Experts; Real NYC Mechanics Solving Actual Car Problems. Plus automotive experts report the latest Automotive News, Safety News and Automotive Event Announcements ... Continue reading

2020 Lexus RX Makes World Debut

Jul 26, 2019

The Pioneer of the Luxury SUV Segment Evolves to New Heights Equipped with the Latest Technology- An elegant, dynamic exterior, combined with a highly functional interior- Enhanced stability and linear steering feel with the RX's signature ride comfort- Segment-leading levels of safety and comfort provided by the world ... Continue reading