Toyo Tire Talk pdf
Subject : Hybrid Cars and Their Tires
Hybrid cars are drawing much attention today as fuel prices are almost at their highest levels, and concerns about the environment is ever increasing worldwide. Excellent fuel economy, low vehicle emissions and low noise are major advantages of hybrid vehicles. As a new generation motor vehicle, Hybrids have been gaining in popularity in various countries, especially North America.
Hybrid Car Market Trend
According to research results from the Nomura Research Institute (NRI) in Japan, in 2004 there were 168,000 hybrid cars sold worldwide.
This figure indicates an increase of 115% on the previous year. NRI also predicts that the annual rate of increase for the hybrid car market worldwide will be 44% from 2006 to 2010.
What is a Hybrid Car ?
By definition, a hybrid car is one that employs two or…
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