Chevy unveils two-mode hybrid Tahoe

[CF-Mike]

Hybrid SUVs....very interesting method.

Originally Posted by leftlanenews.com

Chevrolet today announced the addition of the world’s first two-mode full hybrid propulsion system for the Chevrolet Tahoe. The system offers an outstanding 25-percent improvement in fuel economy over the standard model. “The Chevrolet Tahoe Two-mode Hybrid combines the functionality and comfort of a full-size SUV with a two-mode full hybrid system that optimizes fuel efficiency in both city and highway driving, the way most Americans use their vehicles,� said Tom Stephens, group vice president, GM Powertrain. “The Tahoe Two-mode Hybrid delivers on GM’s commitment to apply advanced technologies where we will realize the most fuel savings.�



The Vortec V-8 powered Tahoe Two-mode Hybrid is expected to deliver a composite fuel efficiency improvement of 25 percent when combined with Active Fuel Managementâ„¢ cylinder deactivation technology. The Tahoe Hybrid will go on sale next year as a 2008 model, along with the GMC Yukon Two-mode Hybrid. Pricing and production volumes have not been announced.