Porsche Unveiled First Hybrid

Posted on March 2nd, 2010 by Good Mood
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The new plug-in electric hybrid Porsche concept car named the 918 Sypder is the biggest surprise from Volkswagen’s preview show on the eve of the Geneva Auto show. The car will achieve 78 miles per gallon, 16 miles battery range and does 0-60 in 3.2 seconds.

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Toyota will use ‘Green’ Plastic

Posted on December 30th, 2008 by Good Mood
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Toyota will use ‘green’ plastic, which is made of plants and naturally disposed without environmental damage, in the Prius manufacturing. This new material is verified in lab to poses similar heat endurance and shock resistance as normal plastic.

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