Posts Tagged ‘prius’

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Japan Enters Ugliest EV Contest With Sim-Lei Design

If we’ve learned anything in the EV world, it’s that low drag coefficients usually mean really, really ugly design characteristics.  For some reason, the idea of low drag (think Prius, one of the ugliest production cars in modern times) doesn’t jibe with great looks.  On the other hand, both can be screwed up – witness [...]

Toyota Prius C gets launch date, details

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Toyota Begins Chinese Production of Prius

Toyota has started production of its third-generation Prius in its Changchun Plant for mainland sales in early 2012. Production of the Prius began in China in 2005, marking the first time the vehicle was produced outside Japan. In 2010, GAC Toyota Motor Co., Ltd. in Guangdong Province began production of the Camry Hybrid sedan. In [...]

Toyota’s New Prius Models

Toyota introduced a couple of new designs for the Prius family that it plans to bring to market in the next couple of years.  One is a larger, roomier, more family-practical Prius called the Prius v (V for Vendetta Versatility) and the other is a smaller, sportier commuter called the Prius c (C for Compact). [...]

So You Like EVs Huh? Then You’re an A-Hole

According to some study by some people who have too much time on their hands and access to government grants, if you’re into eco-living or generally being “green,” you’re likely an ass.  At least this was done with Canadian grants instead of ours.  I never did trust those Canooks.  They think curling is a real [...]