General Motors Europe unveiled the revolutionary new Opel Ampera, an extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV). Opel Ampera is different from conventional hybrid vehicle, this car is the super-efficient, battery-powered electric motor, which uses the support of the on-board engine-generator only when necessary. The Ampera is unique from a hybrid or plug-in hybrid in that the vehicles’ wheels are always driven by an electric motor. read more..»
Honda would return to building affordable and fun-to-drive Japanese small cars – like the Honda CR-X, a model that was discontinued in 1991 but is legendary among tuners. The CR-Z concept looked like the CR-X, a two-door fastback coupe but added a hybrid powertrain, leading enthusiasts to hope for a fuel-efficient hot hatch. The CR-Z is a modern interpretation of traditional Honda themes— it’s small, sporty and efficient. Price expected to start at just over $20,000. read more..»
