The world's best-selling hybrid is about to get a well-deserved makeover. The new Prius is powered by a hybrid powertrain that is 90% new, according to Toyota. Combined fuel economy now averages 3.8 L/100 km, a 7% improvement, while developing 22% more power.
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Following a successful sales year, Mitsubishi is showing off its i MiEV minicar to the Toronto public. A rear-wheel drive, 4-passenger vehicle, the i MiEV is powered by an electric motor with a lithium-ion battery pack, which produces 64 horsepower and 133 lb-ft of torque.
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Nissan's stand will be crowded with new stuff this year in Toronto, especially with the presentation of the NV2500 Concept, a study of what a full-size commercial vehicle should be in North America.
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After the launch of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 series, Chrysler is presenting the heavy-duty 2500, 3500 and 4500-series pickups. The Ram Heavy-duty is recognizable by its bigger hood, front grille and bumper. Offered in Regular Cab, Crew Cab, Mega Cab and chassis-cab configurations, two engines will be available underfoot.
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The Spectra sedan is dated, and the timing couldn't be better for Kia to launch its new Forte compact. The Forte will be powered by a choice of two engines; base models will get a 1.6-litre engine that will produce about 122 horsepower, while uplevel models will receive a 142-horsepower, 2.0-litre inline-4.
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The Legacy and Outback's Partial Zero-Emissions Vehicle engine technology will make its way into the 2010 Forester, Subaru's recently-redesigned compact SUV. Also on display is the G4e Concept, a subcompact-size 5-door hatchback initially unveiled during the 2007 Tokyo Auto Show.
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The resurrected Insight is a Prius-fighter with a lower price. Powered by a 1.3-litre engine mated to a battery pack and a CVT transmission, the combined output is 98 horsepower. The Insight will consume 4.8 L/100 km in the city and 4.5 on the highway.
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The current Taurus might not be the most exciting car to look at, but that will change with the arrival of the redesigned full-size sedan. Featuring bold new styling, the 2010 Taurus shows off much character than the current model.
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The CX-7 crossover will get a second engine in 2010 that will power a new front-wheel drive base model. The 2.5-litre inline-4 that's found in the Mazda3, Mazda6 and Tribute will develop 161 horsepower and 161 lb-ft of torque in the CX-7, and will be mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission.
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A rumour has been circulating for several months about the reintroduction of the Taurus SHO to the Ford lineup. Well, after a 10-year absence, it's back. SHO, which stands for "Super High Output", is not a performance division like the SVT division, but the car will nonetheless be capable of some serious feats.
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After the launch of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 series, Chrysler is presenting the heavy-duty 2500, 3500 and 4500-series pickups. The Ram Heavy-duty is recognizable by its bigger hood, front grille and bumper. Offered in Regular Cab, Crew Cab, Mega Cab and chassis-cab configurations, two engines will be available underfoot.
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Following a successful sales year, Mitsubishi is showing off its i MiEV minicar to the Toronto public. A rear-wheel drive, 4-passenger vehicle, the i MiEV is powered by an electric motor with a lithium-ion battery pack, which produces 64 horsepower and 133 lb-ft of torque.
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Nissan's stand will be crowded with new stuff this year in Toronto, especially with the presentation of the NV2500 Concept, a study of what a full-size commercial vehicle should be in North America.
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After the launch of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 series, Chrysler is presenting the heavy-duty 2500, 3500 and 4500-series pickups. The Ram Heavy-duty is recognizable by its bigger hood, front grille and bumper. Offered in Regular Cab, Crew Cab, Mega Cab and chassis-cab configurations, two engines will be available underfoot.
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In 2006, Volkswagen was about to launch the fifth-generation Golf in North America. Hit by nostalgia, however, they decided to revive the Rabbit nameplate, hoping that it would attract some extra attention. After just three years, VW's compact hatchback will be renamed the Golf yet again, as the car gets an extensive makeover.
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Nissan's stand will be crowded with new stuff this year in Toronto, especially with the presentation of the NV2500 Concept, a study of what a full-size commercial vehicle should be in North America.
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In 2006, Volkswagen was about to launch the fifth-generation Golf in North America. Hit by nostalgia, however, they decided to revive the Rabbit nameplate, hoping that it would attract some extra attention. After just three years, VW's compact hatchback will be renamed the Golf yet again, as the car gets an extensive makeover.
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Simon Sproule, corporate vice president of global communications at Nissan Motor Co., will be leaving the carmaker to head public relations at Microsoft Corp.
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Chrysler completes the overhaul of its Dodge Ram pickup lineup by taking the wraps off the new 2010 heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 models at the Chicago auto show.
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When the 2009 Cube arrives at dealers in May, Nissan will offer more than 40 accessories.
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