Archive for the ‘Hybrid Vehicles’ Category

Feb24

Volvo to Offer Diesel Plug In Hybrid V60 Wagon5

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Volvo Diesel Plug In HybridVovlo plans to introduce a V60 wagon that is the WORLD’s FIRST Diesel Plug In Hybrid. 

" … enables the driver to select from one of three modes of propulsion: Pure for electric drive, Hybrid for alternating propulsion and Power for an extra boost from both.”"

Oct27

VW Touareg gas-electric hybrid engine boosts city mileage

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VW rounds out its SUV lineup with hybrid gas-electric engine for the Touareg.  City mileage performance benefits from the electric power.  …Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid SUV

…   “the 2011 Touareg Hybrid — is selling alongside the 2011 diesel-powered Touareg TDI and the non-hybrid, gasoline-powered Touareg FSI.  But it’s the Touareg Hybrid that will rank highest in city mileage, according to company estimates.”   …