Motoring: VW unveils XL1 concept diesel-hybrid which boasts 313 MPG

The new Volkswagen XL1 Super Efficient Vehicle (SEV) has been unveiled at the Qatar Motor Show. Pioneering construction techniques, an advanced plug-in hybrid drivetrain and innovative packaging all play a part in allowing the XL1 to return 313 mpg on the combined cycle while emitting 24 g/km of CO2 to set a new benchmark for vehicle efficiency. We have mixed feeling about the design, it partly looks like an Audi but it also has a little something-something from the Honda Insight.

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Motoring: Porsche's 918 RSR 767HP hybrid revs up Detroit Auto Show

After a notable absence, Porsche made a big comeback at the Detroit Auto Show with the Porsche 918 RSR, which puts out a combined total of 767 horsepower. The V8 engine alone puts out 563 horsepower and two electric motors on the front wheels contribute a total 150 kW of power. Hit jump for the full story.

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Motoring: Nissan to offer 500 Leafs to Toronto fleets

Nissan Canada has committed the availability of 500 Leaf electric cars for sale to partners of the Toronto Atmospheric Fund (TAF), with initial deliveries beginning in the second half of 2011.

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Preview: Dell Inspiron Duo is more than meets the eye

Well what have we here! Another tablet? No, wait it's a netbook or something in between. This is Dell's Inspiron Duo and it looks good. The hybrid device is expected to hit the usual Dell outlets in December, hope it comes to Canada.