2010 Toyota Prius Hybrid Car

Toyota has unveiled the new generation of the 2010 Toyota Prius at the 2009 NAIAS. Powered by a 1.8-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine, 2010 Toyota Prius may develops more torque.

2010 Toyota Prius is rated at a 50-mile-per gallon fuel economy and can run a lower revs on the highway. With this results, we know that 2010 Toyota Prius offers a lower fuel consumption.

With a new Hybrid Synergy Drive system that has been re-designed by 90 percent, 2010 Toyota Prius also comes with a new exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system, and a new electric water pump.

Toyota Prius (2010) is included with the safety equipment such as Brake Assist (BA), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), and Electronic Traction Control (TRAC).

2010 Toyota Prius will be put on sale in spring. Unfortunately, the company does not disclose any information yet about the 2010 Toyota Prius pricing.

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Toyota Matrix 6-String Concept Car

Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. and Fender Musical Instruments Corporation has develops the custom built Toyota Matrix 6-String concept car.

Toyota Matrix 6-String concept was designed by Street Image & Austin Speed Shop, and will be included with the audio systems such as Panasonic audio/visual system with a 42″ wide plasma screen HDTV, 4 amplifiers with an output of 875 watts, and also a Fender G-DEC guitar amplifier.

Toyota Matrix 6-String’s interior features a pearlessence Silver and Chatham Black leather with red stitching, mimicking the 1960′s Von Dutch style pinstripe, 60′s style black and silver carpets and a black suede that covers the headliner, sun visors, and pillars.

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2009 Ford Product and Powertrain Upgrades

Ford has made announcement for the 2009 product and powertrain upgrades for their entire line-up. The line-up for 2009 Ford model includes the new Ford F-150, the new 2009 Ford Flex crossover, the Ford Lincoln MKS, and also the redesigned Ford Escape.

Ford introduces a new 2.5-liter I-4 engine and an upgraded V-6 one to improve the fuel economy of its 2009 models, with new six-speed transmissions and better aerodynamics.

The Ford EcoBoost technology will also debut in 2009, together with Ford’s goal to double its hybrid production.

Other Ford technologies that will debut in 2009 include SYNC with 911 Assist and Vehicle Health Report, SIRIUS Travel Link and new Blind Spot Mirror on 2009 Ford Edge.

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