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Until recently, when hybrid powertrains began to be used in motorsport, the idea that a hybrid car could be sporty and fun to drive was almost unthinkable. As one of the pioneers of hybrid vehicles, Toyota is working to make hybrids acceptable for as many people as possible, including driving enthusiasts.
- 420hp Toyota Yaris Hybrid-r Concept Proves Hybrids Can Be Sexy
With hybrid technology gaining a foothold in major racing disciplines like Formula 1 and endurance racing, Toyota is exploring its use on performance road cars as well. This is what the Yaris Hybrid-R concept is all about. Based on the Yaris 3-door,...
- Toyota Begins Production Of The Yaris Hybrid At French Plant
Toyota today announced that it has commenced production of the new Yaris Hybrid at its Valenciennes plant with the first vehicle to roll off the production line going to a customer in northern France. The hybrid version of the third generation Yaris...
- Malignant Rumors: Toyota Set To Build Yaris / Vitz Hybrid In Europe Next Year
Now that hybrid tech is becoming more widespread, Toyota is looking to push its gas-electric offerings down a notch after the not-too-well-received Sai-based Lexus HS. According to Reuters, Toyota ain't scurred of the hit it has recently taken to...
- Toyota To Preview Australian Camry Hybrid At Melbourne Show
In about a year's time, Toyota will begin production of a hybrid version of its latest-generation Camry Sedan in Australia that will be available for sale in the local market. To celebrate the countdown and of course, cause a bit of a buzz around...
- Canada's Ecoauto Rebate
The Government of Canada's initiative to put more people into fuel efficient vehicles by giving them money sees a rearranging of models for year 2008. The list, with the cashback value, is below. $2000 Toyota Prius Honda Civic Hybrid smart fortwo...
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Toyota Yaris Hybrid-R Concept Has Racing Genes
Until recently, when hybrid powertrains began to be used in motorsport, the idea that a hybrid car could be sporty and fun to drive was almost unthinkable. As one of the pioneers of hybrid vehicles, Toyota is working to make hybrids acceptable for as many people as possible, including driving enthusiasts.
This is where the Toyota Yaris Hybrid-R comes into play. It’s a study (for now at least) that combines the best of both worlds: the (unspecified) fuel economy and low emissions of a hybrid vehicle with the acceleration and thrills offered by a hot-hatch. Sporting a racing-inspired hybrid powertrain, the Frankfurt concept shows what could be achieved if hybrid technologies from the world of motorsport were applied to a road car.
Read more »- 420hp Toyota Yaris Hybrid-r Concept Proves Hybrids Can Be Sexy
With hybrid technology gaining a foothold in major racing disciplines like Formula 1 and endurance racing, Toyota is exploring its use on performance road cars as well. This is what the Yaris Hybrid-R concept is all about. Based on the Yaris 3-door,...
- Toyota Begins Production Of The Yaris Hybrid At French Plant
Toyota today announced that it has commenced production of the new Yaris Hybrid at its Valenciennes plant with the first vehicle to roll off the production line going to a customer in northern France. The hybrid version of the third generation Yaris...
- Malignant Rumors: Toyota Set To Build Yaris / Vitz Hybrid In Europe Next Year
Now that hybrid tech is becoming more widespread, Toyota is looking to push its gas-electric offerings down a notch after the not-too-well-received Sai-based Lexus HS. According to Reuters, Toyota ain't scurred of the hit it has recently taken to...
- Toyota To Preview Australian Camry Hybrid At Melbourne Show
In about a year's time, Toyota will begin production of a hybrid version of its latest-generation Camry Sedan in Australia that will be available for sale in the local market. To celebrate the countdown and of course, cause a bit of a buzz around...
- Canada's Ecoauto Rebate
The Government of Canada's initiative to put more people into fuel efficient vehicles by giving them money sees a rearranging of models for year 2008. The list, with the cashback value, is below. $2000 Toyota Prius Honda Civic Hybrid smart fortwo...