Results tagged “Hybrid” from Biz Waves

I love it, a company warning against "over-promising." Who would've thought the day would come...

Toyota Says Battery-Vehicle Hype May Hurt Technology, Sales

(Bloomberg) -- Toyota Motor Corp., the biggest seller of hybrid autos, said carmakers risk damaging the long- term reputation of battery-powered vehicles by over-promising on what the technology can deliver.

"Managing expectations is critical," Michael O'Brien, Toyota's U.S. corporate manager for advanced technology vehicle planning, said at a briefing in Sacramento, California, yesterday. "If consumers are disappointed, market adoption is not guaranteed and that can permanently harm the technology's image and future market potential."

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Sure, why not.

Toyota Prius reveal one-off green limo

(Limo Broker) The Toyota Prius is the original hybrid car introduced by the Japanese car manufacturer. It claims to incorporate some of the world's most advanced technology in its full hybrid efficient car. Now Toyota is going one step further by introducing the first eco-friendly limo under the Prius banner.

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Do you want the new 2010 Lexus HS 250h, the first hybrid-only luxury car? It'll cost you $34,200.

Toyota just announced the new price today.

Despite the recession and lousy job market, there still are people who can afford a $34,200 car.

Sadly, I am not one of those people.