June 12th, 2008
Tiguan HyMotion
HERNDON, Va.–Volkswagen of America, Inc. is showcasing its broad range of near-term and future fuel-efficient powertrain technologies with the all-new 2.0 liter TSI Tiguan, the upcoming 2.0 liter Jetta TDI and the North American debut of the Tiguan HyMotion Fuel Cell Concept.
Originally shown at the Shanghai Motor Show and the 2007 Michelin Challenge Bibendum, the Tiguan HyMotion highlights the current state of Volkswagen’s hydrogen fuel cell research and development. The Tiguan HyMotion features a hydrogen fuel cell system, which provides over 107 horsepower and produces zero tailpipe emissions (clean water vapor is its only bi-product). The innovative new Tiguan builds upon Volkswagen’s ongoing development of the fuel cell as previously demonstrated with the Touran HyMotion.
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June 12th, 2008
With gas prices hitting well over the 4-dollar mark with no where to go but up, we have no choice but to put up with high gas prices. Let’s face it: our days of using and abusing gas are over. The general trend in recent months has been selling off SUV’s and trucks or trading them in for small cars. But what if you’re stuck with that truck or SUV? Fortunately for you, there’s help in sight.
Hypermiling. The concept is simple. Get your vehicle to make use of every drop of gas in your tank in the most efficient manner. No, we’re not talking about tailing trailer trucks on the freeway here! We’re talking common sense driving tips. You can read more about hypermiling at www.hypermiling.com/.
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