Check out the complete photo gallery of 2008 hybrids
Combined with Active Fuel Management, General Motors’ 2008 two-mode hybrid is expected to give 25-percent fuel efficiency improvement. This system utilizes two ECVT (electronically continuously variable transmission) modes. It allows for the use of smaller hybrid electric drive motors and optimizes efficiency at both high and low speeds.
GM’s two-mode hybrids for 2008:
Other two-mode hybrids coming:
- GMC Sierra
- Chevrolet Silverado
- Cadillac Escalade
Other hybrids for 2008:
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
- 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid
- 2008 Honda Civic Hybrid
- 2008 Honda Fit Hybrid
- 2008 Lexus RX 400h
- 2008 Lexus GS 450h
- 2008 Lexus LS 600h
- 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid
- 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
- 2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid
- 2008 Saturn Aura Green Line
- 2008 Saturn Vue Green Line
- 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid
- 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
- 2008 Toyota Prius
- 2009 Dodge Durango
More Hybrid Information:
Hybrids 101
Why is electricity an alt fuel? How exactly do mild, full and plug-in hybrids work? Plus FAQs about hybrids.
Hybrid Buying Guide
Check out the photos and test drives of current hybrid models, plus the lowdown on up-and-coming models.
Hybrid Maintenance and Safety Issues
Get the scoop on hybrid maintenance: from routine maintenance and professional repairs to safety issues and “beware the orange.”
Hybrid Tax Credits & Rebates
They go hand-in-hand: reduce your taxes and greenhouse gas contribution when you buy a hybrid vehicle.
Learn More at Hybrid Central.