Even as Industry Slumps, Prius Inspires Waiting List – New York Times

June 13, 2009 by  
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New York Times Even as Industry Slumps, Prius Inspires Waiting List New York Times, United States Plans for a new hybrid car factory in Blue Springs, Miss., originally scheduled to open in 2010, have been suspended since December as sales flagged.

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Volvo aims to launch plug-in hybrid car in 2012 – Reuters

June 1, 2009 by  
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Reuters Volvo aims to launch plug-in hybrid car in 2012 Reuters "This is a significant leap compared to our earlier plans of offering a regular full- hybrid on the market by 2012," Volvo Cars chief executive Stephen Odell said in a speech. The plug-in hybrid car , developed in partnership with Nordic power utility ... Volvo Cars , Vattenfall In JV To Launch Plug-In Cars In 2012 Wall Street Journal Volvo promises diesel-electric plug-in hybrid by 2012 Motor Authority Volvo Moves Plug-in Hybrid Plans Forward New York Times Monsters and Critics.com  - Khabrein.info all 38 news articles

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Hyundai, GM, Mazda Bet on Eco Cars – Environmental Leader

April 3, 2009 by  
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Reuters Hyundai, GM, Mazda Bet on Eco Cars Environmental Leader, CO Hyundai Motor Group typically allocates 5 percent of sales for R&D and spends 20-30 percent of that budget on environment-friendly models such as hybrid cars , Yang Woong-chul, president of Hyundai’s auto research & development division, told Reuters.

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Cash-for-Clunkers Could Drive New Sales – Washington Post

March 19, 2009 by  
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Washington Post Cash-for-Clunkers Could Drive New Sales Washington Post, United States Yet, it won't cover popular hybrid cars like Toyota's Prius, which is assembled in Japan, putting some dealers who sell imported international brands at a disadvantage. Barbara Nocera, Mazda's director of government and public affairs, charges that it ...

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Ssangyong at the Seoul Motor Show – Autochannel (press release)

March 17, 2009 by  
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Channel 4 News Ssangyong at the Seoul Motor Show Autochannel (press release) The diesel hybrid Kyron to be shown at the Seoul show will use similar diesel hybrid technology first seen on the SsangYong stand at the Geneva show last year. In general, diesel hybrid cars ensure a good level of energy efficiency and outstanding fuel ...

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Hybrid Car Prices Drop as Low Gas Prices Continue – AutoLoanDaily.com

March 6, 2009 by  
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AutoLoanDaily.com Hybrid Car Prices Drop as Low Gas Prices Continue AutoLoanDaily.com, FL Since the beginning of 2009, used hybrid values have fallen 4.5%, while used vehicle prices overall are going up as more buyers opt for used over new. Flores also says weaker demand for used hybrids is affecting car shoppers who want to trade their ..

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Toyota focuses on hybrids for US, puts sports cars on back burner – Motor Authority

February 23, 2009 by  
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Toyota focuses on hybrids for US, puts sports cars on back burner Motor Authority Toyota's North American operations are now moving even farther along that path, putting more emphasis on hybrid output and effectively shelving plans for a Celica/Supra rebirth. Toyota's FT-HS concept, shown in 2007 at the Detroit Auto Show, ..

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Toyota weathers challenging times – Pueblo Chieftain

February 23, 2009 by  
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WA today Toyota weathers challenging times Pueblo Chieftain, CO Butkovich said that Toyota's line of hybrid cars , cars that use more than gasoline to move, has enticed people into his store. "We have the Prius, Camry and the Highlander," he said.

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