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Prius Could Supplant Camry As Toyota's Top Seller

19 Nov 2009 17:04:49 PST

Written by Tony L
The prediction, however, is a long way off from reality, as so far in 2009 Prius sales aren’t even half of Camry sales, with the former registering 118,290 units sold, while the Camry sits as 294,493 units sold. Both the Camry and Prius had their best sales years ever in 2007, when the Prius so...

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Opinion: REPORT: Toyota U.S. president Lentz believes Prius could supplant Camry as brand's best seller

18 Nov 2009 11:31:00 PST

Written by Chris Shunk
While we can see a future where the Prius overtakes the Camry for sales supremacy, we don't see it happening any time soon. Toyota's world renowned hybrid had its best-ever sales year in 2007, and 2009 numbers promise to fall about 40,000 units short of that bogey. Did we mention that the Camr...

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Opinion: The Prius 45,000 seat facebook bus.

17 Nov 2009 15:37:58 PST

Written by thesafariproject
The group description is “Welcome to Harmony. Where what people want is also what nature needs. With an unsurpassed fuel economy rating, available solar technology, more power and fewer smog forming emissions, it’s no wonder Prius is the most loved hybrid in the world.” But is it the most lo...

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REPORT: Toyota Prius wagon, SUV in the works

16 Nov 2009 06:01:00 PST

Written by Sebastian Blanco
As we saw with the Hybrid X (above) unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2007, Toyota has been thinking about a Prius wagon for a while. Green Car Advisor speculates that the the Venza could be a good candidate for the production wagon, while any of Toyota's JDM wagons could also make the trans...

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First Drive: 2010 BMW X6 ActiveHybrid is technologically impressive... but to what end?

11 Nov 2009 08:58:00 PST

Written by Sebastian Blanco
BMW's pitch on how great the X6 ActiveHybrid is goes like this: it's the world's most powerful hybrid vehicle, fuel consumption is reduced about 20 percent compared to a similar vehicle without a hybrid drivetrain, and no matter what speed you're going, the incredibly complicated powe...

Original story at Autoblog .

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Hyundai Developing Rival to Toyota Prius, Honda Insight

03 Nov 2009 07:15:00 PST

Hyundai Australia wants gasoline-engine version of LPG-powered hybrid to compete with Toyota and Honda hybrids.

Original story at EV World .

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Toyota Prius news and blogs - November 20, 2009

20 Nov 2009 00:00:01 PDT

Below is today's roundup of news and blogs that haven't yet hit top story status by our community. Visit Toyota Prius news and blogs for even more news and blogs converage.

• 2011 Toyota Prius Station Wagon -- by Tony L from hybrid « WordPress.com Tag Feed
• New Larger Prius Announced/Confirmed for 2010 -- by iafb83 from GreenHybrid - Hybrid Cars - Toyota Prius
• Prius impresses MT judges -- by Dahcredyns(noreply@blogger.com) from Hybrid Cars
• Lexus HS 250 h falls short on luxury? -- by Dahcredyns(noreply@blogger.com) from Hybrid Cars
• Larger, lithium-powered Prius next year -- by Dahcredyns(noreply@blogger.com) from Hybrid Cars
• Top 7 Aftermarket MPG-Boosting Prius Accessories -- from HybridCars.com
• MotorTrend critical of Honda Insight -- by Dahcredyns(noreply@blogger.com) from Hybrid Cars
• GOOD AND BAD CAR NEWS -- by 2gadabout from prius « WordPress.com Tag Feed
• Cadillac Converj could be Volt's best friend -- by Dahcredyns(noreply@blogger.com) from Hybrid Cars
• hybrid minivan update -- by bitguru from hybrid « WordPress.com Tag Feed

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Lexus GS 450h Hybrid Extended Review

16 Oct 2009 11:21:21 PDT

Written by svcd8166
Considering that Lexus is a name under the Toyota, the technology in the GS 450h is the same as is currently expected. The Hybrid Synergy Drive from Toyota is the technology, the acceleration is much easier to achieve. Since the drive can generate combines technology from 340 hp, the GS 450h...

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Tommy Kaira and ASI Prius

30 Sep 2009 09:16:31 PDT

Written by Ben Schaffer
Ending rant, nobody can argue that this rear end of the Prius (below) by Tommy Kaira (under new management in Japan) is the most amazing thing we’ve ever seen on a hybrid. This is as good as it gets design wise for the Prius. If I was an aero parts manufacturer, I wouldnt even bother making a rear u...

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Peugeot's Diesel Hybrid Aims to Better the Atkinson Diet

17 Sep 2009 08:15:00 PDT

At the Frankfurt car show, Peugeot is showing details of how its Diesel Hybrid will work. Several elements are intriguingly different from Toyota's Prius approach to hybrid technology

Original story at EV World .

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Opinion: Honda fast-tracking updates to improve Insight?

22 Jul 2009 15:33:00 PDT

Written by Sam Abuelsamid
It looks like Honda may be responding quickly to early criticism of its new Insight hybrid. Recent reviews of the Insight have been particularly harsh, especially when compared to the new Prius. Despite Honda's claims that the Insight is not a direct competitor to the Prius, AutoCar claim...

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35-MPG Lexus HS 250h Hybrid Will Cost $35,075

21 Jul 2009 16:51:47 PDT

Written by Bill Howard
The 2010 Lexus HS 250h hybrid will start at $35,075 when it ships in about a month, Lexus announced. And that's with the best fuel economy of any luxury vehicle in the U.S., low emissions, a boatload of technology standard in the base model, and leather everywhere. There is no exact equivalent g...

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Study: Hybrid Drivers Get More Tickets

15 Jul 2009 17:45:13 PDT

For 2008 hybrid cars, Quality Planning found that the cost to insurers of providing collision coverage for hybrids was 13 percent higher than for conventional vehicles, while non-collision-related damage was 17 percent higher—with larger hybrids taking most of the hit. For example,...

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2010 Toyota Prius Review In-Depth article

17 Jun 2009 13:25:38 PDT

Written by GreenHybrid Editors
If you missed the article, you can find it here: http://www.greenhybrid.com/hybrid-ca...-the-drive.php Thanks! Hi guys, So here's a long form look at the new Prius. What are your thoughts? Thinking about getting one? If so, which trim looks best for you?...

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Autoblog Podcast #124

22 Apr 2009 14:15:00 PDT

Written by Dan Roth
Chris, Sam and Dan kick it again for Episode #124 of the Autoblog Podcast. This time, we touch on Toyota's competitive Prius price posturing, the Shanghai Motor Show, where Chinese automakers are finding their design footing, and Chrysler Financial's flap over executive compensation...

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How To: Velma the PHEV has her first fillup after conversion!

03 Apr 2009 09:43:33 PDT

Written by rss@youtube.com (aminorjourney)
None Author: aminorjourney Keywords: Plug in Prius PHEV Hack Maker DIY hypermiling fuel efficiency. Added: April 3, 2009

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Car Review: 2010 Toyota Prius Tops 50 mpg (Easily)

26 Mar 2009 23:05:31 PDT

Written by Bill Howard
The old Prius had big, colorful hybrid economy meters. Some people sniped that they were as much about showing off to the neighbors as getting information. Now it's part of the instrument cluster. Among the choices you can have are power flow among engine, hybrid battery pack, electric moto...

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Opinion: New Prius Vs. Fusion Hybrid Vs. Honda Insight: Which Hybrid Should You Buy?

26 Mar 2009 21:00:00 PDT

Written by Wes Siler
Fuel Economy: Adjusted for the new EPA standards, we're amazed that the 19-year old Geo Metro XFI turns in better highway fuel economy than any of the hybrids. Predictably, the Toyota Prius, with its stop/start engine and large battery pack manages to best it in the city cycle, but neither...

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Taking charge: Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid

08 Oct 2008 12:09:00 PDT

Written by info.rss@cro.consumer.org (Consumer Reports)
Most plug-in hybrids are rated according to how many miles they can drive on electric power without using the gas engine. Some future models, such as the Chevrolet Volt and the Fisker Karma, can drive up to 40 miles (according to the manufacturers) without ever using the gas engine. Chrysle...

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Wired: We plug in our Toyota Prius hybrid

25 Sep 2008 14:22:00 PDT

Written by info.rss@cro.consumer.org (Consumer Reports)
This conversion entails installing a lithium-ion battery pack to augment the Prius’s existing nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery. That adds 187 pounds to the rear cargo area. An outlet for charging was cut into the rear bumper. The new battery sits in the spare tire well, which now moves t...

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How To: Hack your Prius

21 Jul 2008 07:02:55 PDT

Written by megan
I’ve been hearing about this, and Han n Mod just posted a down loadable PDF detailing how to hack your prius to get 100 MPG (at 35 MPH). Accomplished by activating a disabled connection to run in “full electric mode. ...

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Podcast: Mustang Milestone

26 May 2008 21:00:00 PDT

A Mustang and Prius celebration. Talking tech: GM reveals two micro engines for Europe. The challenge: Students take up the task of creating a greener, more fuel-efficient SUV. At the wheel of the 2008 Jeep Liberty Ltd. and Wrangler

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More Details on the Next Prius

29 Apr 2008 08:56:56 PDT

Written by Jamie Lendino
The next Toyota Prius will achieve the impossible: It will be larger, have more interior room, feature significantly more horsepower, and yet somehow achieve better fuel economy and lower emissions than the current model. The next Toyota Prius will achieve the impossible: It will be la...

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Podcast: Driving at Speed Part 2

10 Sep 2007 21:00:00 PDT

We have just driven over 30 2008 cars up to 140 mph, and we still have our drivers. licenses. VW relocates and trims its staff and is moving to Les.s neighborhood. They are doing it in public at the next TechMash: converting a Prius to a Plug-in Hybrid Prius

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Podcast: No NASCAR

10 Dec 2006 21:00:00 PST

One manufacturer has developed a car that is clean, cheap, and oh, by the way, gets 88 mpg. Will we be seeing it in a showroom soon? Stay tuned. No NASCAR for Staten Island and the New York City area. Could more models of the Toyota Prius be under development? How about a Prius pickup? GM is flippin...

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Podcast: Is Toyota Unstoppable?

07 Aug 2006 21:00:00 PDT

This week, Toyota announced some 2007 prices and introduced a hot rod version of the Prius Hybrid. Die-cast or iPods: Which one do you think will put a positive bump in Ford and GM sales? Is free trade a reality? Which Import-branded sports car built in the USA is headed for Chinese consumers...

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