April, 2003: NY Auto Show

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April, 2003 NY Auto Show
BMW 745h (hydrogen) The BMW Clean Energy system
involves liquid hydrogen produced from water
using solar power. Hydrogen-powered cars mitigate
a number of environmental problems -- they don't
create any harmful emissions, they don't deplete
any natural resources, and they don't pose a
danger to the atmosphere.

• GM Hy-wire Concept
• General Motors offered a first look at Hy-wire,
  the first drivable vehicle that combines a
  hydrogen fuel cell with by-wire technology. All
  controls, such as steering, accelerating, braking
  and shifting are handled by a steering wheel
  system that uses electronics.

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April, 2003 NY Auto Show
Ford Escape Hybrid By combining a highly
efficient internal combustion engine with a
state-of-the-art electric transaxle, the Escape
Hybrid delivers good performance and fuel
efficiency with low emissions.

• 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid
• This car is a Civic inside and out, so you can
  expect a safe, fun, and dependable ride. Plus,
  its powertrain uses gasoline-electric technology
  that allow it to travel up to 650 miles on a
  single tank of gas. Also, its battery recharges
  itself.

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April, 2003 NY Auto Show
2003 Ford Focus Hybrid Fuel Cell The innovative
powertrain of the Ford Focus Hybrid now combines
a Ni-MH high-voltage battery with the
hydrogen-powered fuel-cell engine to help
increase performance and efficiency while still
providing zero emissions.

• 2003 Honda Insight
• Introduced in 2000, the Insight was the first
  mass-produced hybrid vehicle to be offered to
  U.S. consumers. It features many advanced
  construction techniques, and happens to be
  America's most fuel-efficient car, getting
  upwards of 60 mpg.

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April, 2003 NY Auto Show
2003 Toyota Prius Hybrid The Prius never needs to
be plugged in for recharging. It has an
EPA-estimated rating of 52 miles per gallon in
city driving and 45 mpg on the highway. It also
has the same amenities as a regular gas-powered
car.

• Mercedes-Benz
• A-Class Fuel Cell
• This car features a highly innovative interior
  design and offers just as much space as the
  standard production version. Powered by pure
  hydrogen, the "Fuel-Cell" model is a genuine
  zero-emission vehicles.