Hybrid car news

Hybrid cars for Boca Police

Boca Raton City Council recently approved a purchase of 4 hybrid cars for city police department. The council is going to buy 4 2005 Toyota Prius cars at $86,060. This is a good move by Boca on the footsteps of Florida. As more and more state shows their commitment towards environmental cars by actually buying it, people will be more inspired to do so. However, Hybrid cars will not be used in chasing, but will be more used for serving papers and security patrols etc.

Free parking proposal for hybrid cars

A proposal is being discussed by Board of Aldermen to offer free parking in downtown New Haven to the owners of hybrid cars. If the proposal is passed people would be able to park their hybrid cars for free in the city's metered spaces. Promoting hybrid cars will certainly improve the air quality of the place, save cash for people and reduce over dependence on the fuel.

Electrocution from hybrid cars

The major drawback for hybrid cars that concern rescue workers is its high voltage batteries, which could give severe jolt when exposed during crash. Some precautions like shutting engine through keys or switch present in the rear of the car could prevent any mishap. Now automakers are also working on this problem. Some safety measures like automatic shutting down the engine in crash, heavy insulation of wires, distinct colors for the wires in the new models will go a long way in building confidence in rescue workers for hybrid cars.

Hybrids Cars History: A long journey to a commercial success

Hybrid cars are a craze today and are going towards a big commercial success, but it too had a long journey, which started in 1897. In this year, the first attempt was made to combine internal combustion engine with electric power.

After 13 years, an attempt was made by Pieper to make a true hybrid car. He developed 3.5 hp voiturette in which he used a small gasoline engine in conjunction to a electric motor. The car while running used electric motor used, acted as a generator to recharge the battery, but while climbing steep roads, battery power was used to assist the gas engine to give it a boost. The same technology in advanced form is used in Honda hybrid cars as IMA system.

Another try cam from Jacob Lohner, Porsche. He developed a car where two electric motors were used which used to run the two front wheels. But the cars made by these people have a major drawback, which did not allowed it to become commercial success. The batteries used in the cars were very heavy and the battery used was able to store only a small amount of energy.

Later Daimler Motors hired Porsche in 1906 and made Mercedes-Electrique-Mixte under his guidance. Would continue more to it soon.

2005 Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe

Jaguar displayed its new 2005 Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe at North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The new Jaguar car is certainly a car for 21st century which is evident by its seductive exteriors and great features. 2005 Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe is designed under Design Director, Ian Callum. The car uses lightweight
aluminum architecture technology which was first used on XJ saloon.

The car could reach 0-60 mph in less the 5 seconds with a top speed of 180 mph packed with all driver friendly features which is one of the basic ingredient in the Jaguar cars. Jaguar Cars managing director says Bibiana Boerio

'This show car is a rallying call for Jaguar lovers the world over, who appreciate sporting luxury. We want them to know that we are committed to a product-led transformation of this company that will see us making Jaguars with great design and wonderful interiors that are fast, glamorous and evocative. A new Jaguar sports car is always an important event and we absolutely believe that the Advanced Lightweight Coupe demonstrates that the direction we are taking is the right one.'

Prices for the car would probably begin with just over $70,000

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2006 Jeep Hurricane

2006 Jeep Hurricane unveiled at 2005 North American International Auto Show has simply raised the bar for jeep brand with its maneuverable and powerful capabilities. It has two 5.7-liter HEMI engines in the jeep one in front and other in back. Both the engines gives 335 hp each which sums up to 670 hp and 740 lb-ft of torque. The projected 0-60 miles per hour, speed is achieved in 5 seconds.

2006 Jeep Hurricane could be powered by 4, 8, 12 or 16 cylinders according to driver's requirements. This converts into tons of torque, which enables Jeep Hurricane to explore tough terrain and pass any type of obstacles. The vehicle has ground clearance of 14.3 inches with 37-inch tires.

The front and rear tires could turn inwards which enables this jeep a turn radius of absolutely zero. Another great feature is its ability to turn all the 4 tires in the same direction. It provides Jeep Hurricane, the ability to change direction in minimum space. Built with lightweight and high strength body, 2006 Jeep Hurricane is sure to impress all the jeep enthusiasts.

2006 BMW 530xi - The new 5 Series car from BMW

New xDrive, all wheel drive option, and a six cylinder engine, BMW has presented its 2006 BMW 530xi, something which is hard to overlook. BMW has replaced its older 2.2 and 3 litres engines with the new more powerful 2.5 liters in line six-cylinder engine.


Two models are available namely 530xi and 525 xi. According to BMW the car enhances traction, driving stability and agility by maintaining slow of power between axles. Another car that BMW unveiled is Mg convertible. The car is the most powerful in 5 series with 500 hp V10 engine, 7 speed Smg transmission, and rear wheel drive.

Nissan Azeal

Nissan Azeal concept car is targeted towards is an entry-level car and is targeted to young buyers. The car posses some looks of 350Z sports coupe. The car has 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine and a six-speed manual transmission.

Nissan is trying to explore the entry-level car segment seriously as commented Jed Connelly, senior vice president of Nissan's U.S. sales arm. Currently Nissan has no plans for production of vehicle.