GM Offers 8-Year Battery Warranty for Chevrolet Volt
General Motors will provide an eight-year, 100,000-mile warranty on the Chevrolet Volt’s lithium-ion battery, aiming to address buyer concerns ahead of the car’s US launch.
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General Motors will provide an eight-year, 100,000-mile warranty on the Chevrolet Volt’s lithium-ion battery, aiming to address buyer concerns ahead of the car’s US launch.
BMW will launch a production 5 Series ActiveHybrid in 2011 and is planning to expand its hybrid technology to the 3 Series in the coming years.
Lexus scaled back annual sales targets for the HS 250h after demand fell well short of expectations in the US, with just 14,000 units forecast for 2010.
Toyota Prius, Ford Fusion Hybrid and Volkswagen Golf TDI lead Kelley Blue Book’s annual ranking of the most eco-friendly cars available in 2010.
Toyota has established a dedicated unit with around 50 engineers to speed up research and production processes for advanced automotive batteries, aiming for higher performance beyond lithium-ion.
Unveiled in early 2010, the Peugeot SR1 concept introduced the HYbrid4 powertrain with four-wheel drive, four-wheel steering and striking new design language.
BMW's first hybrid SUV, the ActiveHybrid X6, will reach US showrooms in December 2009 with a base price of $89,725 including destination.
Chevrolet unveiled the Corvette Stingray Concept for the model’s 50th anniversary, blending classic design cues with advanced technology and starring in a major Hollywood film.
Toyota's Tsutsumi factory in Japan powers Prius production with solar energy, advanced waste management and innovative green technologies, influencing global manufacturing practices.
The 2010 Lexus GS 450h arrives with revised safety technology, a new navigation system, updated audio options and fresh styling details for buyers seeking a premium hybrid saloon.
Honda's new online comparator lets buyers and fleet managers compare up to five cars on whole life costs, emissions, tax and key features, using independent data from CAP Monitor.
Ahead of its official debut, Toyota released two commercials and a set of images revealing the next-generation Prius, highlighting design changes and hybrid updates.
Lexus will introduce the all-new 2010 RX 350 and RX 450h, alongside the IS convertible and updated LS 460 AWD, at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Ford’s 2010 Fusion Hybrid secured the NADAguides.com Car of the Month title for June, highlighting its fuel economy, technology, and position in the hybrid saloon segment.
Fisker Automotive confirmed the production-spec Karma plug-in hybrid will debut at the 2009 Detroit show, with deliveries set for November and a base price of $87,900.
Chevrolet has confirmed the 2009 Silverado Hybrid will start at $38,995 for 2WD models, with production beginning December 2008 and deliveries expected in early 2009.
GMC sets Sierra Hybrid at $39,365 and Pontiac G3 at $14,995 as both models prepare to reach American dealerships in early 2009.
Citroën’s Hypnos concept, revealed with a diesel-electric hybrid drivetrain and advanced cabin technology, points to the brand’s ambitions in the crossover SUV segment.