Apr 30
0

Video: Porsche GT3R Hybrid in Action

Who's says hybrids are always slow..

Posted by Donny Mak
 Friday, April 30, 2010
Video: Porsche GT3R Hybrid in Action

Check out this video of the new Porsche GT3R Hybrid in action on the Nürburgring.  Symply beautiful!   Video after the break.


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Tags: porsche, video, gt3r, hybrid
Mar 12
0

Noblesse Honda CR-Z

The generation of CR-Z tuning has begun!

Posted by Jason Siu
 Friday, March 12, 2010
Noblesse Honda CR-Z

After visiting Tokyo Auto Salon and seeing how rampant hybrid-tuning was over there, it's no surprise that Honda's new CR-Z would become a hit with the aftermarket.  We've already seen iterations from Mugen and Spoon Sports and now Noblesse has thrown their black on black CR-Z into the mix.  This one seems to have received quite the treatment, hitting the track to put it to the test.  We're still not sure on how the CR-Z will fare here in the States with only 122-hp and weighing in at over 2,500 lbs.  Will it bring Honda back on the map with stateside tuners?  More pics after the jump along with a video.


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Tags: noblesse, honda, honda cr-z, cr-z, japan, suzuka, hybrid
Mar 02
1

Porsche 918 Spyder Concept

Porsche Intelligent Performance

Posted by Donny Mak
 Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Porsche 918 Spyder Concept

Porsche surprised us all with their unveiling of the new 918 Spyder Hybrid Concept.   The hybrid is like no other in the market with the ability to run up to 78mpg, and still accelerate 0-60 in less than 3.2 seconds with a top speed of 198mph.   Watch the video put out by Porsche after the break.


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Tags: porsche, 918, spyeder, concept, hybrid
Jan 04
2

ASI Green 2010 Prius Tease

hybrid tuning

Posted by Donny Mak
 Monday, January 04, 2010
ASI Green 2010 Prius Tease

We have all seen the rendering from ASI's Prius Project we have posted couple months ago.  Fast forward a bit and ASI is ready to unveil their Prius with their new bodykit at the Tokyo Auto Salon.  Don't worry speedmotiv will be making the trip out to Japan to check out the show and we will be sure to bring you all the coverage.  For now this teaser pic from ASI will do.

Source: ASItuning.com

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Tags: asi, tuning, hybrid, prius, bodykit
Dec 03
0

Video: Toyota Prius PHV Technical Video

See how it all works.

Posted by Donny Mak
 Thursday, December 03, 2009
Video: Toyota Prius PHV Technical Video

Toyota just announced details for it's new Plug in Prius yesterday at the LA Auto show.  Toyota has released a video along with the announcment.  In this video toyota explores the technical aspects of start-up, cruising, acceleration, deceleration, as well as our new high-efficiency charging system, new HV battery, power control ECU, and plug-in remote A/C system.  Watch the video after the break.  For more info on the Plug in Prius check out http://www.priusphv.com/


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Tags: toyota, phv, plug in, hybrid, video, prius
Nov 02
0

Charge Speed Toyota Prius Bottom Line Kit

New aero kit

Posted by Donny Mak
 Monday, November 02, 2009
Charge Speed Toyota Prius Bottom Line Kit

Tuner Charge Speed has recently released a new aero kit for the popular Toyota Prius.  The kit features nice and subtle touches, including a front lip side skirts and rear trim.  All available in either Carbon Fiber or FRP.  More pics after the break.


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Tags: charge speed, chargespeed, bottom line, aero, kit, bodykit, toyota, prius, hybrid
Oct 08
1

FT-86 Concept Debut At Toyota Metapolis

Closer to reality I think!

Posted by Eric Siu
 Thursday, October 08, 2009
FT-86 Concept Debut At Toyota Metapolis

7Tune reader Ken (aka K) was kind enough to drop us a line about the new Toyota FT-86 Concept and some high resolution photos currently flying around the internet and to be honest, we were caught sleeping! Usually the rumors slow down towards the Tokyo Motor Show which will be held later this month so it’s great to see Toyota jumping the gun and providing official images of the long awaited concept. For those who can read Japanese, Toyota Metapolis also has a debut event for the FT-86 on October 23rd.
Source: http://www.7tune.com/ft-86-concept-debut-at-toyota-metapolis/

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Tags: toyota, concept car, hybrid
Sep 01
0

Toyota Prius Plug in Hybrid Concept to be displayed at Frankfurt

EV Toyota's are coming...

Posted by Donny Mak
 Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Toyota Prius Plug in Hybrid Concept to be displayed at Frankfurt

Toyota has just announced a Prius Plug-in Hybrid Concept that will make it's world debut at the 2009 Franfurt Motor Show.  The specifics has yet to be disclosed but Toyota will be releasing more than 150 units of the plug-in Prius to selected fleet customers as part of an extensive field test.  No details has been released regarding the range or fuel efficiency yet, so will have wait until its debut in Frankfurt on September 15th.
Source: Toyota

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Tags: toyota, prius, hybrid, plug in
Aug 29
0

BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics Official Information Released

BMW changing the way we look at alternate energy

Posted by Donny Mak
 Saturday, August 29, 2009
BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics Official Information Released

For decades, BMW has made the reduction of emissions and fuel consumption a key part of its product development strategy, just as enhancements to the dynamic ability of each BMW have been a lasting, sustained brand value. BMW’s EfficientDynamics engineering philosophy – the pursuit of an enhanced, athletic driving experience while simultaneously lowering the consumption and emissions of each vehicle – resulted in the most dramatic drop in fleet consumption of any automaker from 1990 through 2005, according to an Environmental Defense study.

Now, the BMW Vision concept car clearly demonstrates that the EfficientDynamics objectives are fully compatible when applied to a sports car. Conceived as a 2+2-seater with plug-in full-hybrid technology, this unique car combines the performance of a BMW M vehicle with a standard of fuel efficiency and emission management that exceeds even the current levels achieved by the latest small cars. This outstanding result is made possible by the combination of BMW ActiveHybrid components with an extremely economical combustion engine, and outstanding aerodynamic qualities.


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Tags: bmw, hybrid, diesel, efficient dynamics, dynamics, efficient, concept
Aug 26
0

Toyota Prius Coupe Rumors

Prius for 2

Posted by Donny Mak
 Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Toyota Prius Coupe Rumors

New reports are indicating that Toyota is currently working on a coupe version of the popular Prius Hybrid.   There's not much details at the moment but one of the biggest rumors is that Toyota is considering using Pininfarina or Italdesign to create the styling for the new model.

The drivetrain would most likely consist of the same 1.8- liter four cylinder engine with Synergy Drive.  If these rumors are true, looks like Honda will have some competition with it's upcoming CR-Z Hybrid

Source: carscoop.blogspot.com

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Tags: hybrid, prius, coupe, honda, cr-z, synergy, pininfarina, italdesign
Jul 30
2

MR2 Prius Coupe Rumors

It's just rumors for now, but sounds pretty cool.

Posted by Donny Mak
 Thursday, July 30, 2009
MR2 Prius Coupe Rumors

The rumor is spreading fast lately with more news of the rumored Prius coupe.  The "Prius Coupe" will be powered by the same 1.8 2ZR-FXE engine the 2010 Prius has, but will bump deliver up the horsepower to 136hp.  This is all brought about to compete with the upcoming Honda CR-Z.

Rumors is the new hybrid coupe will be out in 2012 at a price of $23,000.  I think I will pick one up if it ever comes to life.

Source: 7Tune

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Tags: prius, coupe, hybrid
Jul 15
1

Hybrid FWD Honda S2000?

This should be interesting

Posted by Donny Mak
 Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Hybrid FWD Honda S2000?

The S2000 is back, well kinda..  7tune has just posted news on Honda bringing back the S2000, but will not share the same rear wheel drive front engine platform as previous model.  The new model will be power by a hybrid motor and will be driven by the front wheels.  This should definitely be interesting.  The new model won't hit the showroom floor though till 2012.

Source: 7tune

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Tags: honda, s2000, hybrid, fwd
Jul 14
0

2010 Honda CR-Z Hybrid Confirmed

Honda's New CEO Confirms production of CR-Z Hyrid

Posted by Donny Mak
 Tuesday, July 14, 2009
2010 Honda CR-Z Hybrid Confirmed

Honda's new CEO, Takanobu Ito has today announced plans to begin sales of the CR-Zsports hybrid model in Japan in February 2010. The start date for UK sales of the new hybrid coupe will be released towards the end of 2009.

By combining this new model with the currentInsight and Civic Hybrid,Honda will further enhance its line-up of compact hybrid models, powered by Honda's compact, lightweight, and efficient Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system. The IMA system will also be introduced into the award-winning Honda Jazz within the next few years. In addition, Honda is currently developing a new hybrid system which is intended to be suitable for installation in mid-to-large vehicles.   Read the Rest of the Release after the break.

Source: Honda

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Tags: honda, cr-z, hybrid
May 12
0

Hybrids Stage Entrance into Motorsports

The World's first F3 racer is made from sustainable materials traced back to carrots, potatoes, and soybeans. It runs on biodiesel.

Posted by Josh Mackey
 Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Hybrids Stage Entrance into Motorsports

I think this is a novel idea that should be taken up by the worlds most popular racing competitions. The whole green movement is taking shape throughout the entire world, and it's finally finding it's place in pro motor sports. It's happening all over the scene, from a hybrid Toyota Camry running as a pace car for NASCAR or the Ethanol Burning Hybrid racing in Le Mans, green is in the air.

Hybridcars.com wrote an excellent article on the trends and upcoming previews of some of the new technologies and amazing cars coming out of the motorsports scene. F1 cars using new devices called KERS, or Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems. The idea is amazing. Think of it like a boost feature in a video game, it's capturing energy lost during brakes, and saving it for a "boost" in a strategic situation. Click on to read the rest of the article and see what the new movements for Hybrid cars will be.

Source: Hybridcars

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Tags: hybrid, green, motorsports, le mans, f1, kers
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