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    people and countries would no longer allow autos to damage their living environment or the Earth’s ecosystem, and the Prius embraces this fundamental idea and would contribute to Toyota’s growth in the moral dimension. In 1997 the Prius, a hybrid-electric vehicle was introduced. Proposing 100% improvement in fuel economy, and 80% enhancement in engine efficiency with less emissions than gas driven vehicle’s (Chao, Chen, Hsu, & Chen, 2008). In 2015, the automaker announced its goal to reduce

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    Prius for Sale near Spokane The 2015 Toyota Prius for sale near Spokane looks sharp. The sloping nose, high rear end and smooth lines increase aerodynamic flow to improve fuel-efficiency, while improving passenger access to the car. Unlike many hybrid cars, the Prius is spacious, with 21.6 cubic-feet of cargo space, and ample leg, shoulder, head and knee space for every passenger. Inside, every 2015 Toyota Prius has plenty of state-of-the-art comfort and safety amenities. For instance, the standard

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    She introduced me to the various dimensions of electronics. Then we proposed a new and efficient topology for battery chargers in hybrid electric vehicles. Management Committee of my college gave us recognition by internally funding the expenses of the project. Simulations and Hardware design experience moulded my interest deeply. My propensity towards electronics became firm when I received

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    The Toyota Highlander is a three-row SUV, a midsize crossover with room for up to eight. Introduced in 2001, the most recent edition hit the market in 2014. This month at the New York International Auto Show, the 2017 Toyota Highlander will take a bow, a significantly refreshed model updated to keep this model on top in a highly competitive segment. Charting the Changes Just in time for its mid product cycle update, the 2017 Toyota Highlander offers numerous design, engineering, and safety updates

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    1. Executive Summary Toyota Motor Corporation Australia (Toyota, Australia) which deals with a wide range of car segments has manufactured the Prius Car in the automotive industry which is one of the best hybrid synergy drive in today business environment. And provide a competitive advantage to other business by achieving and environmental friendly car and providing the best efficient fuel system. The report begins with the introduction of the company where brief background information

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    Toyota Research Paper

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    Operations, and Other Operations. The Automotive Operations segment designs, manufactures, assembles, and sells cars, recreational and sport-utility vehicles, minivans and trucks, and related parts and accessories. The Financial Services Operations segment primarily provides finance to dealers and their customers for the purchase or lease of Toyota vehicles. This segment also provides retail financing, retail leasing, wholesale financing and insurance, credit cards, and mortgage loans. The Other Operations

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    Toyota Prius Case

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    Introduction The Toyota Prius is a full hybrid electric mid-size hatchback, formerly a compact sedan developed and manufactured by the Toyota Motor Corporation. The EPA and California Air Resources Board (CARB) rate the Prius as among the cleanest vehicles sold in the United States based on smog-forming emissions. The Prius first went on sale in Japan in 1997, and was available at all four Toyota Japan dealerships, making it the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle. It was subsequently introduced

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    Industries. This was done so that he could manufacture automobiles. Today Toyota has more than 50 plants in over 25 countries and regions and remains the world’s largest automaker by the amount of cars sold. In 2014 Japanese company sold 10.23 million vehicles allowing them to beat out both Volkswagen and General Motors. Toyota has not always been perfect throughout their long journey. Toyota experienced a large amount of recalls within the United States. After the recalls the President of the company

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    The package also includes special license plates that allow Volt owners to drive in transit lanes. McGuinty claimed that this package will encourage Canadians to buy “greener” vehicles. However, the Ford Fusion, Honda Insight and Toyota Prius, none of which come with a subsidy package, are all more fuel efficient, and therefore “greener”, than the Volt (Morgan, 2009). There is no reason for GM to improve the Volt’s design or fuel

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    Chapter 2 1. For each of the determinants of demand in Equation 2.1, identify an example illustrating the effect on the demand for hybrid gasoline-electric vehicles such as the Toyota Prius. Then do the same for each of the determinants of supply in Equation 2.2. In each instance, would equilibrium market price increase or decrease? Consider substitutes such as plug-in hybrids, the Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt, and complements such as gasoline and lithium ion laptop computer batteries. Solution for # 1

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