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Electric cars a highly charged topic
The electric car has become a symbol of political division in the "dis"-United States, especially in an election year.
Hybrids growing out of awkward adolescence
Hybrid cars are on a slow burn in New Zealand, in more ways than one. They use clever technology to minimise fuel use, but they have also had minimal impact on new-car sales.
Toyota Prius C Now Available At Newbold Toyota
The all-new Toyota Prius C, designed with efficiency, performance, and connectivity, is now available at Newbold Toyota, located near St.
The Prius has been the best selling hybrid every year since launch, with the exception of 2006 - 2008 when it was outsold by the first generation Camry Hybrid.
Toyota Pushes Past GM (Again) To Become The World's No. 1 Carmaker
Figures from the company show Toyota sold 2.49 million vehicles in the first quarter, putting it ahead of GM with 2.28 million, according to Agence France Presse.
First All-Test Drive Auto Show Adds New Vehicles, West Coast Premieres
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When we first saw the Honda Concept S at the Beijing auto show last month, our immediate reference was the next-generation Jazz because the today's model is about to reach the end of its lifecycle.
Prius C is a 'city-friendly' hybrid
The design of the Prius C doesn't scream hybrid or futuristic, and that's a good thing.
On the Streets of San Francisco With a Gallon of Gas to Go
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Little Prius C has big urban appeal
In its own special way the Prius C is one of the most exciting cars of the summer.
IIHS crowns Prius c and Malibu Eco Top Safety Picks [w/video]
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has crowned two eco-friendly new models as Top Safety Picks: the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco and 2012 Toyota Prius c . The redesigned 2013 Malibu joins its 2012 model-mate as a Top Pick, and the 2013 earned a good side impact rating even without its optional side airbags.
Three More Cars Earn IIHS Top Safety Picks
AUTO CENTRAL May 15, 2012; The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco , a midsize hybrid; 2012 Hyundai Azera , a large family car; and 2012 Toyota Prius c , a small hybrid, earn the Institute's top award for good performance in front, side, rollover and rear impact evaluations.
2012 Toyota Prius c Road Test and Review
With a lofty goal of making the Prius the best-selling nameplate in its portfolio by 2020, Toyota has expanded the depth of its iconic hybrid hatchback to include a larger, family-sized Prius v, a more electric Prius Plug-In and the smaller, more compact Prius c. While the Prius and Prius v are very similar in terms of appearance and mechanical ... (more)
Toyota turnaround: Quarterly earnings quadruple
I see earnings going this high ... President of Japan's Toyota Motor, Akio Toyoda answers questions during a press conference at its head office in Tokyo on May 9, 2012.
Toyota profit may exceed that of GM for this year
The Toyota Prius c was unveiled at the 2012 North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit in January.
Deals ahead on high-MPG cars as gas prices drop
Sales of fuel-sipping cars -- especially the Toyota Prius -- surged in April. But analysts say patient shoppers will likely find better deals on high-MPG cars in the months ahead as gas prices go lower.
Cruise Control Podcast: 200 MPG VW, FRS Priced and Beetlemen
Cruise Control is a nationally syndicated automotive radio show that takes viewers on an inside tour of the car industry with vehicle reviews and interviews with auto industry designers, engineers and executives.
Wyland Foundation And Toyota Announce Winning Cities Of Mayor's Water Conservation Challenge
Wyland Foundation and Toyota encouraged U.S. residents to take online pledge to save resources during Earth Month to be eligible to win a Toyota Prius c /PRNewswire/ --A The Wyland Foundation and Toyota today announced the 12 winning cities of the 2012 National Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation, an online competition held throughout April ... (more)
Toyota Prius Plug-In outsells Chevy Volt, Nissan Leaf
Toyota quietly introduced the plug-in version of its Prius hybrid earlier this year, and despite its limited fanfare, it is already outselling the Chevrolet Volt .
Road Test: Toyota's Prius C subcompact
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