The North American International Autoshow in Detroit opens up January 11 to 24th 2010. At least 30 new vehicles are scheduled to be revealed for the first time this week and a number of electric-powered vehicles are set to debut at the North American International Auto show.
Ford won the award for the best green city car for the the Fusion Hybrid.
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BlueMotionTechnologies houses all of Volkswagen’s best eco-friendly tech. It currently includes a new start-stop system, regenerative braking, SCR catalytic converter and the no storage catalytic converter.
The electric VW Up to start construction until 2013 with an electric motor and 240 kg batteries under the floor. Top speed is 135 km / h and a maximum range 130 km. The all-electric vehicle was spotlighted at the VW stage during the Frankfurt Motor Show. It features a 3+1 setup that allows the folding of most seats for more cargo space.
E-UP uses an electric motor that provides a continuous 40 kilowatt output, with a maximum burst of 60 kW. VW expects to build 500-1 000 cars per year, the price around 250 000 SEK.
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