Crossovers can be expensive, and the jury is still way out whether or
not hybrid tech can meet the towing / hauling / power needs of those who buy full - size crossovers and SUVs (think Nissan Pathfinder or Chevy Tahoe).
Not exact matches
One
tech reporter, Frank Gruber, publishes an annual ranking of accelerators that is pretty good, although it leaves out
hybrid organizations that aren't technically accelerators, like Boston's Mass Challenge (which is a contest) and NYC's First Growth Venture Network (which doesn't take any equity).
Perhaps the most exciting thing about the 7 - series isn't its interior
tech at all; instead it's the
hybrid carbonfibre reinforced plastic (CFRP), aluminium and reinforced steel chassis.
In fact, some
hybrid wheels, including those produced by Carbo
Tech (supplier of
hybrid carbon wheels to BMW and Rolls - Royce as well as some of McLaren's road - going carbon monocoques) and Geric, are built to meet or exceed the parameters of standard alloy wheels,
not just in terms of stiffness but also of durability and toughness.
We are considering
not only
hybrid but also other powertrain
tech, EVs, fuel cells etc..
It shows the brand's commitment to
not only making great looking, affordable cars; but high -
tech, high - mileage
hybrids as well.
Tech geeks can also look forward to Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto arriving on the 2016 Sonata
Hybrid and PHEV, but
not until later this year.
However, they're
not ruling out the idea entirely, mulling about an introduction within the next 15 years to compete with other sports car brands that are slowly favoring
hybrid tech to meet strict emission regulations.
I'm
not sure how far the price of
hybrid tech will have to fall, or how high the price of gasoline will have to rise, before that's
not the case.
Whatever the engine, all U.S. - bound A8s are mild
hybrids using a 48 - volt electric system to
not just improve gas mileage but to help power all the
tech.
Unlike the S - Class Saloon, the Coupe isn't available with a diesel engine, with no current plans for one either — but a
hybrid borrowing its
tech from the S - Class could be on the way.
The show's
tech themes include more
hybrid vehicles, 500 - hp supercars with microprocessor driver engine management that allow for 20 mpg driving when you're
not hot - rodding, and high - end downsized cars for baby boomers who don't want to give up their luxuries just yet.
911
Hybrid: It's not clear when, but it is definitely expected Porsche will filter its GT3 R Hybrid tech into the iconic 911 road car; offering a conventional plug - in hybrid o
Hybrid: It's
not clear when, but it is definitely expected Porsche will filter its GT3 R
Hybrid tech into the iconic 911 road car; offering a conventional plug - in hybrid o
Hybrid tech into the iconic 911 road car; offering a conventional plug - in
hybrid o
hybrid option.
For now I'll say this 2013 Acura ILX
Hybrid Tech is a pleasant enough driver, though I am
not sure I see its purpose.
However, it's
not yet clear whether the Porsche Panamera rival will be offered here initially with a development of the 4.0 - litre twin - turbo V8 from the E 63, which pumps out 450kW (600hp) in standard form, or a new high -
tech 600kW
hybrid powertrain.
Its sexy - but - conventional packaging stands out but doesn't give away its
hybrid -
tech underpinnings.
It doesn't achieve the gas mileage of the 2013 Civic
Hybrid but it is a step up in styling, luxury, and
tech features.
And since the 1.6 - litre DDiS 320 diesel engine (was priced at Rs 11.66 lakh) has been discontinued, the updated S - Cross is expected to be priced more or less in the same range as there aren't many changes except for the mild
hybrid tech.
In the cabin As we mentioned above, the 2008 Toyota Highlander
Hybrid we received wasn't very
teched out.
The 2006 Ford Escape
Hybrid doesn't hide all of its tech in the hybrid drive system but comes closer than we'd
Hybrid doesn't hide all of its
tech in the
hybrid drive system but comes closer than we'd
hybrid drive system but comes closer than we'd like.
The high -
tech Camry
Hybrid couldn't be more different.
The cabin
tech is the Cayenne S
Hybrid's biggest problem, as it does
not feel up to the level of Porsche's luxury brand or the car's price.
If that's
not green enough for you, Chevrolet's also borrowed some
tech from the Volt to make a new
hybrid version of the Malibu capable of returning about 5.2 L / 100 km.
In conclusion, this car is best suited for those who want an affordable
hybrid sedan that
not only offers a high
tech interior but also has a good acceleration capacity.
It has a third row that's
not just for legless subway riders, a second row that fits above - average humans and the same cargo space, despite the extra
hybrid tech, as the non-
hybrid version.
Ford's making no small secret of their upcoming 2010 Ford Fusion
Hybrid and 2010 Mercury Milan
Hybrid (
not the just - revealed 2010 Ford Fusion), but it may be the stellar high -
tech SmartGauge LCD instrument panels feature that makes these cars stand out in the crowd.
The thing is that, even if you're
not even driving a
hybrid or a high -
tech electric car,...
From the latest high
tech connectivity and safety amenities, to luxurious seating and trim, the interior of the latest Accord
Hybrid is
not a bad place to be.
Ford actually co-patented some
hybrid tech with Toyota years ago, and while some may
not remember that, memories are also short in that the Fusion was once over-rated 47 mpg by an over-ambitious Ford which pushed the limits on its EPA certification.
All 2017 MDX models,
hybrid or
not, will be getting Acura's AcuraWatch package of driver assistance
tech.
Ford perhaps also shouldn't be sold short on
hybrid tech knowledge.
The Creta, though, will
not be Hyundai's first mild
hybrid, with the automaker expected to introduce the
tech in India under the hood of the all - new Verna following its launch in August this year.
The mid-cycle refresh isn't expected to bring new engines to the Creta, but it could bring mild -
hybrid tech for improved fuel economy.
Ford's making no small secret of their upcoming 2010 Ford Fusion
Hybrid and 2010 Mercury Milan
Hybrid (
not the just - revealed 2010 Ford Fusion), but it may be the stellar high -
tech SmartGauge LCD instrument panels feature...
As Mike pointed out recently, «since [R&D;] can be spread over many vehicles, over a long period of time, and since it can help automakers future - proof (a lot of
hybrid tech will probably be useful in plug - in
hybrids and electric cars), it would probably cost more
not to make those investments.»
Hybrid smartwatches are becoming commonplace for those who want a fitness tracker which doesn't look like a piece of
tech, and Nokia is one of the best at providing great trackers disguised as watches.
If you are fascinating by
hybrid cars but can't actually afford one yet, this high -
tech case lets you feel like a cutting edge eco-warrior.
HP includes Intel's latest Haswell processors, next - gen 802.11 ac Wi - Fi, three USB ports, a 1 TB
hybrid hard drive, Intel's Wireless Display
tech for connecting to a TV, as well as Beats Audio processing for specially tuned speakers that didn't sound half - bad to me.