The Golf Hatchback that is being released by Volkswagen is more readily known as the Rabbit in North America. It is planned to be unveiled in Geneva’s upcoming Motor Show. The information that has already been leaked regarding the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit is quite promising, as this vehicle is said to have a fuel economy of 83.1 miles per gallon imperial, or 69.9 miles per gallon US. This car is offering much lower emissions, only releasing 89 grams of carbon dioxide per kilometer, which is a huge improvement over the Toyota Prius Hybrid, which in comparison emits 104 grams per kilometer of carbon dioxide.

The diesel engine that is being used in this unique Golf Hybrid from Volkswagen has been developed specifically to cater to consumers in the United States market, with Californian consumers targeted specifically. For this reason, this engine is going to meet all Euro 5 emissions criteria as well as passing the Tier 2 Bin 5 emissions standards, which is an even more stringent set of emissions standards. If you combine this with the fact that many forms of bio diesel are now being crafted from algae, and you will find yourself driving a much greener car than what is currently being offered on the road.

According to the station that first leaked the news about the Volkswagen Golf Hybrid Electric Vehicle, the technology that is going to be used in the Volkswagen Golf Hybrid is also going to be utilized in a wide variety of Volkswagen Group models including the Jetta Saloon, which is a sedan that sells in much greater numbers in the United States than both the Audi A3 and Rabbit combined.

A lot of information is still unknown about this particular vehicle, but what is known is relatively clear: A phenomenon that is quite popular in European countries, the hybrid diesel electric vehicle, is on its way to the United States and the rest of North America, giving American consumers a chance to take advantage of this unique technology which provides excellent mileage and lower emissions than many other hybrid vehicles. Diesel Electric Hybrid vehicles are vehicles that combine diesel engines with electric engines, allowing for vehicles that create less emissions, get more power on less gas, and are a great deal “greener” just by nature. Volkswagen is clearly taking the next logical step in green vehicle technology by providing the United States with a unique hybrid vehicle that truly packs a punch.

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Originally posted 2008-10-31 12:33:37. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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The Chevy Volt is going to be the first mass-produced electric hybrid that will be ready for the masses. While there have been other electric hybrids that have come into the market, the Volt marks the first that will be somewhat accessible to the population. Not limited by small batch sizes, the Volt will release in late 2010 with 10,000 vehicles, followed by a 60,000-vehicle release in the second year of the vehicle.

The Chevy Volt is going to have a price tag around $40,000, making it somewhat expensive for those who were hoping to jump on the Chevy Volt bandwagon. Consumers can expect prices to go down as time goes on; the technology is still relatively new, which will lead to high prices. Chevy has made a point of the fact that they are working to rescue costs as much as possible without sacrificing the actual integrity and quality of the vehicle.

The car will be able to operate for 40 miles without using the engine that is placed inside. The first 40 miles will be completely powered by an electric battery, allowing the car to operate with zero emissions. The car can simply be plugged into a home outlet, providing homeowners with a simple and easy way to fuel their car.

One of the unique ways in which the electric hybrid works is by further powering the battery once the battery has been drained. When the combustible engine kicks in, the battery is slowly charged. While it will not be able to revert back to full battery usage, it will help to ease the load of the engine. The company claims that the Volt will be able to go beyond 300 miles after using both the battery and the engine.

The fuel economy of the Chevy Volt will be second to none, but with some confusion involved. The new technology is not completely regulated, and the EPA has no full test for the fuel economy of this kind of vehicle. While the company has claimed 280 MPG total, and 50 MPG with the engine running, it has not been proven through regulation.

The Chevy Volt is an exciting step for the future of electric cars. While there are still some issues to work out and some technology to improve, Chevy is leading he charge for the future of vehicles that rely more on power than on actual gasoline.

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