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10 November 2011, London: The Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET) has announced the winners of its 2011 Innovation Awards, which include innovations such as a solar - electric unmanned aerial system, an intelligent decision support system for interpretation of foetal monitoring during childbirth and an automotive hybrid drive system.

Naturally, they still get excellent mileage on the highway, but since the hybrid can go into full electric mode during stop - and - go city driving, it can garner even better mileage in the city.

I'd rather celebrate how good the hybrid powertrain is during real world driving.

Thanks to its seductive appearance, the 2017 Lexus NX 300h out performed my preconceived notions and, thanks to its responsiveness in Sport Mode during Super Bowl weekend, convinced me that driving a hybrid does not have to suck.

Hybrids brake electrically during mild braking and transition to mechanical on harder braking or when the propulsion battery is fully charged as occurs in extended down hill travel so a gentle test drive around town can obviously not reveal a brake problem.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has announced that its redesigned 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid van received a fuel - efficiency rating from the U.S. EPA of 84 MPGe (miles - per - gallon equivalent) in electric - only mode during combined city and highway driving.

Hybrid drive makes full use of both the gas engine and the electric motor and is employed during periods of hard acceleration and to promote efficient driving whilst operating in stop and go traffic.

The hybrid system allows for the elimination of friction by completely disconnecting the engine from the system during electric driving or deceleration.

The Automatic Start - Stop switch from the regular Bentayga is replaced with a control for the three E Modes (EV Drive, Hybrid Mode, and Hold Mode) which enable the driver to manage battery usage during a trip.

I'll be honest: I was supposed to drive a Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid during my trip to California to work at the 2017 Arse Freeze - a-Palooza 24 Hours of Lemons race at Sonoma Raceway, because I learned...

During brief drives in a Highlander XLE, Highlander SE, and a Highlander Limited Platinum Hybrid, I was unable to match these figures, in part due to mountainous terrain and in part due to energetic driving without the SUV's Eco driving mode engaged.

I'll be honest: I was supposed to drive a Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid during my trip to California to work at the 2017 Arse Freeze - a-Palooza 24 Hours of Lemons race at Sonoma Raceway, because I learned that racers are always shopping for minivans (as part of an effort to accomplish all street - car needs with as few vehicles as possible, leaving more room and money for race cars) when I took a Sienna to the B.F.E. GP race over the summer.

The Auris Hybrid's powertrain is designed to eliminate the need for the petrol engine as often as possible during city driving.

For low - speed, low - impact driving, the powertrain works just like other hybrids; during stop - and - go and city drives, the Yukon can operate with electric power only, gas engine power only or a combination of both.

The greatest potential for lowering the energy consumption of hybrid drive systems lies in maximising energy recovery during coasting and braking.

The Lexus hybrid technology also allows extended electric - mode operation during low speed or stop - and - go driving conditions.

Le / 100 km is an equivalent measure of gasoline fuel consumption for electric energy consumed by Plug - in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) operating in electric mode during city driving.

The Silverado's hybrid assist drivetrain functions as an mpg aid during city driving, and isn't like a traditional hybrid setup.

The torquey hybrid system makes for responsive performance during urban driving.

Utilizing an unique 2 Electric Motor Drive Unit with a bilateral torque adjustable control system, the all - new hybrid all - wheel - drive system can instantly generate negative or positive torque to the front wheels during corneDrive Unit with a bilateral torque adjustable control system, the all - new hybrid all - wheel - drive system can instantly generate negative or positive torque to the front wheels during cornedrive system can instantly generate negative or positive torque to the front wheels during cornering.

I had the chance to test drive the Hybrid earlier this month during the Texas Auto Writers Association Auto Roundup event at Circuit of the Americas.

The performance hybrid system, one of Honda's new «Earth Dreams» technologies (earlier post), utilizes a front - mounted 30 kW + electric motor, located within the 7 - speed dual clutch transmission, and a novel dual electric motor drive unit (independent 20 kW + units on each side) with a bilateral torque adjustable control system to instantly generate negative or positive torque to the rear wheels during cornering.

The two - motor system offers three driving modes: an «EV driving mode» for urban environments; a «hybrid driving mode» using electricity generated by the motor; and a «engine - connected driving mode» where the engine and tires are mechanically connected during high - speed cruising.

During the first month of driving my new Kia Optima Hybrid, my average miles per gallon did not appear to be more than a mile or two off per gallon off the estimated MPG displayed on the window sticker.

While traditional full hybrid systems offer only one electric mode that is utilized during low - speed driving, GM is teaming up with DaimlerChrysler and BMW Group to co-develop the two - mode hybrid system, which is a patented fuel - saving technology with one mode for city driving and one mode for highway driving.

FCA previously delivered 100 Pacifica Hybrid minivans, adapted for self - driving, to Waymo during the second half of 2016 and an additional 500 in 2017.

FCA previously delivered 100 Pacifica Hybrid minivans, adapted for self - driving, to Waymo during the second half of 2016 and an additional 500... Read more →

Still, there are enhancements for the 2015 model year, including a standard backup camera and leather - wrapped steering wheel, a new «Brake» drive mode on the gearshift that increases regenerative braking during deceleration, a light in the charging port and the ability to unlock its little door from the key fob, as well as an available energy - saving hybrid heater system.

A 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid driven by Motor Trend Associate Road Test Editor Carlos Lago recorded a speed of 185.394 mph (298.363 kph) at the Bonneville Salt Flats, near Wendover, Nevada, during the Southern California Timing Association's (SCTA) annual Speed Week.

The largest potential for lowering the energy consumption of hybrid drive systems lies in maximising energy recovery during coasting and braking.

During aggressive driving in the Sport mode, the M Hybrid hunkered down with the agility and enthusiasm of your favorite pooch on a dead run behind a terrified squirrel.

Powertrain-wise, T - Prime GTE packs 375 hp coming from a hybrid duo made of an electric motor (134 hp, 258 lb - ft) and a turbocharged 2.0 - liter TSI gasoline engine (248 hp, 273 lb - ft) plus a battery pack chargeable during drive or via dedicated external hardware.

«There's nothing specifically synergistic between a CVT (continuously variable transmission) and a hybrid,» said John Krafcik, president and CEO of Hyundai USA, who rode with us during a recent drive of the Sonata Hhybrid,» said John Krafcik, president and CEO of Hyundai USA, who rode with us during a recent drive of the Sonata HybridHybrid.

The 2014 Odyssey along with Honda's complete line - up of fuel efficient, innovative and fun - to - drive cars and trucks, including the 2014 Accord Plug - In Hybrid and 2013 Fit EV, will be on display at the Honda booth during NYIAS press and public days.

During our initial driving, we didn't think much of the Highlander Hybrid's cornering, as it felt top - heavy and exhibited a lot of body roll.

The 2014 Sonata Hybrid utilizes the all - electric mode during optimal moments such as highway driving and saves the gasoline engine start - up for conditions that require a heavier dose of power.

Audi's Quattro all - wheel drive (AWD) system is standard on the Q5 Hybrid, and during normal driving conditions 60 percent of the torque is directed to the rear wheels.

The Plug - In Hybrid is capable of traveling exclusively on battery power for short distances, it provides 47 - mpg in stop and go driving and 46 - mpg during highway cruising - and you can charge its battery via a wall outlet, if you desire.

The typically all - weather all - wheel - drive brand that has thus far stayed out of the Hybrid scene has announced that it will introduce its first Hybrid model next week during the New York Auto Show.

In a mix of driving biased toward freeway miles, we averaged 28.9 mpg during our test period in the Escape Hybrid.

There have been a few notable tweaks along the way — an optional (and world - first) V8 hybrid powertrain, a long - wheelbase version and all - wheel drive became optionally available during the current generation's tenure.

During the test drive through Napa, the Accord Hybrid's engine spun up to a noticeable rpm but in a restrained and quiet manner no doubt helped out by the car's active noise cancellation system that generates sounds that muffle the engine revs in both the conventional and hybrid mHybrid's engine spun up to a noticeable rpm but in a restrained and quiet manner no doubt helped out by the car's active noise cancellation system that generates sounds that muffle the engine revs in both the conventional and hybrid mhybrid models.

Specifically this 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid including the following items: Our Toyota Direct ASE Certified Technicians performed a comprehensive 125 - point Inspection along with an oil & filter change, new wipers & tire rotation (for peace of mind during seasonal driving in and around Columbus), and Our Columbus based Auto Detailing Team performed a complete interior & exterior vehicle detailing!With only 110,307 miles this 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid is your best buy in Columbus, OH.

I really enjoyed the Camry Hybrid SE Limited Edition during the week I spent driving it.

Calibration updates to Ford hybrid vehicles include control system enhancements for a variety of driving conditions on the highway, during short trips and while using the climate control system.

Bentley claims when a destination is programmed into the navigation system, the Bentayga Hybrid calculates the best combination of electric drive and V6 engine power to maximize fuel efficiency during a journey.

Powered by the hybrid battery, the electric motor works in tandem with the petrol engine to boost acceleration during normal driving.

The RLX Sport Hybrid features electro - chromatic side mirrors that can automatically dim during nighttime driving to reduce glare from the headlights of following vehicles.

It's only during intense stop - and - go city driving that hybrids really cut fuel consumption.

Super Mario Odyssey, expected to be released during the 2017 holiday season, will look to drive up Nintendo Switch sales for the period similar to how The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild generated interest for the hybrid console upon its launch.