In spite of such power packed performance, the fuel consumption will be relatively low, about 6.2 liters for 100 km. It is incredible how this concept will turn cars in high performing beasts with very little fuel consumption.

The combustion engine is a high-tech power plant, 2.0 TFSI. It is a four cylinder unit and has been awarded the best engine award for five years in running. This is a true example of Audi’s philosophy of downsizing.

This engine has a 1984 cc displacement and the 2 balancer shafts ensure an almost vibration less and quiet performance which perfectly suits Audi A8 luxurious character. The hydraulically operated clutch linking its 2.0 TFSI and the electric motor makes sure that the car is powerful right from the beginning.

The hi-tech lithium-ion battery is very compact and weighs much lesser than many other batteries and yet is very powerful. It has a very good ventilation system and maintains the right temperature for operation. Even with so many features it surprisingly has enough luggage space (400 liters).

The A8 Hybrid is an extremely pleasurable drive and is very well suited for city and residential suburbs driving. It truly sets new benchmark in the industry.

Although the news may bring a huge surprise to many faces, it is indeed true that Ferrari is going to showcase its first official hybrid product at the upcoming Geneva Auto Show which will kick start in March this year. The decision of the company to finally take on the hybrid turf has not affected the image of the company in any way. The hybrid that would be put on the display will be a 599 GTB Fiorano.

The car with a rear mount motor that runs on electricity will have a lithium-ion based battery source and is also intended to have a KERS energy recovery system version. The hybrid is expected to run 14 miles per gallon which is far more than the 9 mpg of the gasoline powered version.

The hybrid would have the popular V12 engine of Ferrari and the KERS set up would make it possible to charge the batteries from the energy that is captured from breaking. The hybrid would also consume less gasoline as its engine would shut down when the vehicle is not in motion.

The newly evolved electronics of the car ensure faster response to the commands of the driver and the F1 gearbox shifts are even more prompt in high performance settings. The exterior and the interior which have been made with carbon-fiber make the car look very sporty.

The 20 inch wheels with a diamond cut and special silver finish look really stunning and the cabin of the car also has a sophisticated look. There were speculations about a hybrid from Ferrari last summer but this looks very much official!

The Detroit Auto Show, which kicks off next month, is expected to be used as a fitting platform for the launch a hybrid concept by Toyota Motor Corporation. Toyota is the biggest name in the world when it comes to selling gasoline-electric hybrid cars. The model will be unveiled at the North American International Auto Show and would be available only as a hybrid. This model has taken the total number of hybrids to seven which the automaker sells in the U.S. under its namesake and Lexus brands.

Prius which has the combination of an electric motor and a gasoline engine makes up for the major chunk of global hybrid sale for the company. According to Jim Hossack who is an industry analyst, the rise in the prices of gasoline may see a rapid growth in the demand of the stagnant market for the hybrid models. Toyota plans to begin the retail sale of a plug-in version of the Prius very soon which can be recharged using a household electric outlet. The mass sale of these vehicles may get delayed though because of the increasing cost of the batteries.

According to a study, the cost of the rechargeable autos may cost $18,000 more than a conventional gasoline car because of the lithium-ion batteries. Batteries are expected to get cheaper by 2030 and would go a long way in reducing the oil use and carbon pollution. Coming back to the new hybrid, the company has not revealed much information about the concept apart from the couple of teaser images.

The new Honda Insight 2010 features a five-door hatchback with a smooth front and high tail. This smartly designed car leans majorly on its styling cues from its much popular FCX Clarity fuel-cell vehicle. It is also much cheaper that the other Honda model known as 2010 Toyota Prius.

Honda 2010 Insight car is bit smaller than the Prius model by 2.5-inches in length as well as in height. It also features alloy wheels, cruise control and 6-speaker audio system with USB audio interface. Moreover, there is a Honda Satellite Navigation System with Voice Recognition. You will be able to book your Honda Insight 2010 on April 22^nd, 2009.  

Hyundai, a world-class car manufacturer, recently, introduced its new Hyundai Sonata Hybrid car in the 2008 Los Angeles International Auto Show. This one is considered at the company’s first production version gas-electric hybrid in the U.S. Earlier, Hyundai was expected to enter the hybrid market with its subcompact hybrids.

While introducing Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, Hyundai also announced that it would soon achieve a fleet average of 35 miles per gallon by 2015, which will be five years ahead of the timetable for new fuel economy regulations. This new hybrid car provides a fuel economy of up to 20 to 25%.

Currently, Hyundai Sonata can run for 22 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will provide a better-combined fuel economy better than 30 miles a gallon. This car comes fitted with Sonata hybrid lithium battery system that provides high power from the gasoline engine and electric motor and even both together.

The new Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will be seen on roads in 2010. Its pricing is yet to be disclosed.

Last month Hyundai showcased its newest automobile of the hybrid-electric program at the Paris Motor Show. The Hyundai Santa Fe blue Hybrid marks a strong step towards innovation of the hybrid models manufactured by the company. While the Elantra LPI awaits July 2009 to spread its wings, the Santa Fe blue Hybrid gives a glimpse of the brand’s new family hybrid system.

The Santa Fe blue Hybrid includes a powerful 30Kw electric motor which works as a generator to charge its 270V lithium polymer batteries. It features a sturdy 2.4 liter gasoline engine coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission system. Its superior engine shutoff/restart system reduces idle time for the gas engine. Utilizing Li-Poly batteries, the model achieves higher energy density and longer life, and the electronic power steering minimizes parasitic engine losses.

The Santa Fe blue Hybrid replicates the Santa Fe in performance, overall design and dynamics. The hybrid model boasts a modified 2.4 liter four-cylinder, three-piece panoramic glass roof and UV-filtered glass panels crafted by Magna Car Top Systems.

The eco friendly Hyundai Santa Fe blue Hybrid returns a fuel economy of 6.2l/100km and a reduced CO2 emission rate of 148g/km. The Company is still silent about its plans to put this unique model into production.