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Volvo is introducing a series-produced plug-in hybrid as early as 2012. Pure electric power from the battery will cover the daily transport needs of 75 percent of European drivers. For longer distances, an efficient diesel hybrid engine automatically takes over. The combined range is about 1200 kilometres. Carbon dioxide emissions will average out at 49 [...] We have access to an extremely extensive bank of expertise. I feel that the name of the company, V², symbolises the strength of our cooperation. V stands for both Vattenfall and Volvo. Working together, one plus one is not two; rather, we will considerably multiply the scope for creating a truly successful plug-in hybrid car [...] A Volvo that can be fuelled with electricity from a standard wall socket will be a reality in 2012. Swedish energy company Vattenfall and the Volvo Car Corporation are launching an industrial joint venture partnership to introduce Plug-in hybrids on the market. The ground-breaking technology will considerably lower the environmental impact from traffic. In addition, [...] |
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