Category Archives: Luxury Hybrids

As the world becomes increasingly “green”, automobile hybrids are unveiled regularly. Exotic cars are slower to embrace hybrid technology, as it entails the development of new technology to ensure that the overall power of an exotic engine does not suffer. Large government incentives and an awareness of our environment and resources are fueling these developments and changes. These changes are interesting to observe as the development of future technology inches forward, on a more environmentally-friendly road.

Lexus LFA Tribute Video Hints at Successor

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Imagine Lifestyles

The Lexus LFA was the very first supercar created by the company. It was an international sensation, an impressive first attempt packing 560 horses and a lofty $375,000 price tag. Since it has been a few years, Lexus has released an LFA tribute video to remind us of its awesomeness. The video also hints that there will be more Lexus supercars to come. It has been a few years since the launch of the Lexus LFA supercar. Now the company has released a tribute video to remind the world of its talents and hint at a future luxury supercar. The …→ Continue reading

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BMW i3 EV Shows More of its Electrified Body

Posted on April 20, 2013 by Imagine Lifestyles

BMW has been taking off more and more camouflage, revealing previously unseen parts of the elusive new plug-in i3 EV. This marks the next level version of the hybrid formerly known as the ‘Mega City Vehicle’ (MCV). The BMW i3 EV is a hatchback and should be emerging from obscurity to full production form quite soon—possibly by the end of the year. BMW i3 EV continues to shed camouflage in a sort of slow striptease The BMW i line is geared toward an environmental and urban approach at the luxury car. The i sub brand is smaller, futuristic, and capable …→ Continue reading

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Which Mercedes Benz Models Were Awarded for Being Green?

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Imagine Lifestyles

Not one, but two Mercedes Benz vehicles have been acknowledged for their environmental endeavors! Both the ML 250 BlueTec 4Matic and the B200 Natural Gas Drive have nabbed the title “Winners in Green” from Auto Test. Auto Test is a popular German auto magazine and the environmental auto ranking is published annually. The Mercedes ML250 BlueTec and the B200 GNG were both named “Most environmentally friendly” in their class by Auto Test. Criteria for the green award include fuel consumption, emissions, manufacturing conditions, recycling and the environmental systems of the manufacturer. This is the second year in a row that …→ Continue reading

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Tesla Electric Model S Doing Burnouts Like A Boss

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Imagine Lifestyles

Who says an electric car cannot do burnouts like a boss? Check out this Tesla electric Model S tearing it up just like a muscle car! It may boast a battery, but this beast can still deliver, hitting the 0-60 marker in 4.4 and the quarter-mile in 12.5 seconds. It may not be a Ferrari, but it is certainly something different and aggressive! The Tesla Model S electric car surprises with looks, electric capacity and a bit of unexpected power! Tesla Model S specs: 60 kWh microprocessor controlled, lithium-ion battery Rear-wheel drive Liquid-cooled powertrain includes battery, motor, gearbox and drive inverter …→ Continue reading

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16 Fisker Luxury Hybrids Explode During Sandy

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Imagine Lifestyles

Fisker luxury hybrids have experience bad Karma once again, thanks to Mother Nature! When hurricane Sandy ripped across the east coast, she left a fleet of Fisker Karma hybrids in her wake that apparently simply exploded during the storm! According to Fisker, one Karma caught fire after the saltwater left a corrosive residue on the control unit, which eventually shorted and burst into flames. That fire is said to have spread to the other 15 cars, which survived the surge without combusting. Fisker Karma The stricken lot was brimming with 16 Fisker Karma hybrid cars, waiting to fill the demand …→ Continue reading

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Gears Shift for Audi R8 e-tron Production?

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Imagine Lifestyles

It once was a sure thing: the Audi R8 e-tron was slated to hit production and emerge toward the end of the year. This could be a pipe dream, according to recent hints dropped in Car and Driver and by Audi of America! According to Brad Stertz, corporate communications manager for Audi of America, the production is not exactly derailed, but more of a road-based laboratory than a prototype heading for production. If you listen carefully, you can hear hearts breaking around the world. The Audi R8 e-tron is the electric version of its sexy sibling. Some reports claim that …→ Continue reading

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Video: Lexus Unveils LF-LC Blue Hybrid Concept

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Imagine Lifestyles

Lexus is hitting the hybrid track with the launch of the LF-LC recently in Australia. By the looks of this car, they are springing forward on the heels of the Lexus LFA supercar. Referred to as the Lexus LF-LC Blue Hybrid concept, it is certainly a dazzling sight. But it is what is on the inside that counts, so let’s get down to specs. Lurking under the sleek hood is an advanced Lexus hybrid drive system pushing out 500 horses. That is quite a bang from a battery pack! The svelte hybrid goes way heavy on lightweight carbon fiber, yet …→ Continue reading

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Ferrari to Unleash 900 Prancing Hybrid Horses in Detroit (Video)

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Imagine Lifestyles

While Lamborghini has not entered the hybrid supercar race (and claims they will never), Ferrari and others are stampeding ahead with their respective versions. In fact, the 900-hp Ferrari hybrid is slated to appear at this year’s Detroit Motor Show. Yes, I said 900 horses and hybrid in the same sentence. Details on the hybrid Ferrari chassis can be found here. Video at bottom of post. Fun fact: A hybrid drivetrain also is a way to boost performance. The horsepower race among gas-electric hybrids is getting better with each introduction. But will the word ‘hybrid’ someday lose its association with …→ Continue reading

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Fisker Raises $100 Million Dollars for Luxury Plug-in Vehicles

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Imagine Lifestyles

Fisker has been occupied rounding up investors for its luxury plug-in vehicles, to the tune of $100 million dollars! The enormous sum stemmed from private investors interested in pushing the new technology into the mainstream. The fat funding will also assist in ironing out the issues with the Fisker Karma as they prep the next version. Nothing says confidence like a cool $100 million investment While $100 million sounds like a lot of cash, it is just the latest addition to a $1.2 billion dollar stockpile raised thus far in the game. For its endeavors, investors will be receiving a …→ Continue reading

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Video Clip: BMW Electrifies San Francisco

Posted on September 13, 2012 by admin

Innovative and momentum-charged BMW is revving up its hybrid luxury initiatives with electric car sharing programs across California. Recently, the green reached the shores of San Francisco, where BMW is providing car sharing, parking and more for its earthy cars. This is not the first incentive by the brand geared to reduce fuel dependence and consumption, think back to the recent Real Goods Solar arrangement. BMW is expanding its premium car-sharing program in San Francisco. The DriveNow program officially made tracks in the Bay Area this summer, showing off 70 premium examples of electric vehicles. On the heels of this program, …→ Continue reading

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