GlobalData’s report “Europe Smart Grid Opportunity:
Analysis and Market Forecasts” provides an in- depth analysis of the smart grid related developments in Europe. The report covers various aspects of the smart grid and related technologies such as market sizing, investment scenario analysis and competitive landscape analysis. At the very outset, the report discusses the concept [...] [...]
The Honda CR-Z hybrid
About a decade ago, when both Toyota and Honda were producing their first hybrid cars, each had very different visions for the future of hybrids.
For Honda, hybrids like the original Insight were simply an interim technology until fuel cell vehicles could replace them. Thus, until recently, Honda had no serious hybrid production [...] [...]
Although hybrid cars currently account for less than 3 percent of auto sales, major car companies are fighting for position to become leaders in gas-electric technology. Every day brings more news that [...] [...]
Forget the dealership?
Most people don’t like buying cars. Dealerships seem to have every angle covered to ensure that the final deal favors them more than the consumer. Often, the situation seems even worse when buying used cars.
So, my friend Mary is looking for a used Toyota Prius, and she thinks she’s found a good deal [...] [...]
A sensible approach to plug-ins?
In a recent interview with CNN, Bill Reinert, Toyota’s head of advanced powertrain research, explains that Toyota is not going to rush into pure electric cars. A combination of costs and technological limitations ensure, according to Reinert, that EVs are still far from mass consumer adoption.
Therefore, underwhelming EV consumers with expensive [...] [...]
To debut at Chicago Auto Show
Kia is set to show off the Kia Ray plug-in hybrid concept at the Chicago Auto Show according to Cars.com.
While Kia isn’t releasing many details, one can probably assume that this Kia plug-in hybrid uses a plug-in version of Hyundai’s new Blue hybrid drive.
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All plug-in ducks in a row
Toyota, via one of its partners, has joined forces with Orocobre Ltd to mine lithium in Argentina according to reports.
Aside from securing a supply of lithium, Toyota is now positioned for greater profit potential in the sale of plug-in vehicles. As it did with its current hybrid cars, Toyota is [...] [...]
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Analysis of 2009 Sales Numbers
"Top 5 global hybrid markets" based on vehicle registrations CYTD November 2009.
"Top 5 US hybrid markets" based on vehicle registrations CYTD November 2009.
The final tally of hybrid sales for 2009 comes in at 290,272 units—not bad for a year in which auto sales imploded. [...] [...]
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