WATCH: Hybrid electric vehicles to watch out for in Toyota HEV Drive Expo !-- --
During a climate change panel, the UN has projected an alarming rise in global temperature in the next few decades, due to an unprecedented rate of carbon emissions, to which the transport sector is contributing one-fifth.
In the local setting,
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com/Erwin Cagadas Here are the latest inToyota's electrified vehicle (xEV) offerings: 1. Mirai
The Mirai uses the Toyota Fuel Cell System (TFCS).
Philstar.com/Erwin Cagadas The Mirai, which translates to "Future," in Japanese, is a premier model and the latest inToyota's hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
The Mirai uses the Toyota Fuel Cell System (TFCS), which features both fuel cell technology and hybrid technology, and emits no carbon dioxide. "This pioneering model runs on hydrogen gas and only emits water.
It is, therefore, the most eco-friendly vehicle," said
Corolla Altis Hybrid
The Corolla Altis Hybrid provides the full benefit of hybrid tech: a combination of an efficient gasoline engine and a high-output electric motor that self-charges to give maximum fuel mileage. Marking
3. Prius and Prius C
With a significant improvement in fuel efficiency over the years, both the Prius and Prius C are imbued with
Meanwhile, Lexus,
NX 300h, RX 450h and LS 500h The Lexus NX 300h hybrid model on display during the expo. The Lexus RX 450h hybrid model on display during the expo.
The Lexus LS 500h hybrid model on display during the expo. lt t As part of the "Lexus Electrified Campaign" launched during the recently concluded Tokyo Motor Show, Lexus is developing an omnipresent approach towards electrification.
Since the launch of the RX 400h in 2005, Lexus has led the world as a pioneer in electrification technologies in the luxury automotive industry. Lexus also developed the world's first Multi-Stage Hybrid system found in the LC 500h and the LS 500h.
Leveraging 15 years of expertise in electrified technology,Lexus is now ready to take the next step and continue to add to their electrification history. Showcased during the expo were the electrified versions of its most popular modelsthe NX 300h, RX 450h and LS 500h.
"TheNXhis the mid, entry-level SUV in hybrid form for smaller families. TheRXh, on the other hand, is slightly larger at a five- to six-person capacity for bigger families.
Meanwhile, theLShstands as the company's flagship model," said
The new lineup of
com/Erwin Cagadas "Sustainabilitynot a choice but a must, and I'm glad that we now have options to go environmentally friendly with the help of great technologies. That's where I admire the huge stepToyota has done, bringing hybrid electric vehicles closer to home," saidMiss Earth 2015 Angelia Ong.
Watch out for the nextHybrid Electric Vehicle Drive Expositionshappening in othervenues in the metro. From
For more information on the HEV Drive Expo, visit the website at www.toyota.
com.ph and check out their Facebook page at a.
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