A Hemi Hybrid?

12.30.2007 | 12:46 pm | HEMI News

Chrysler has announced its upcoming 09 Dodge Durango Hemi hybrid and Chrysler Aspen Hemi hybrid models.  A Hemi Hybrid you say?  Yes that is what we thought.

Both models will get a new hybrid power train using the 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 with a system that shuts off cylinders under light-loads. Combined, the Hemi and electric motor develop 385 hp. Both models have four-wheel drive, through a single-speed transfer case.

Although the tow rating for the non-hybrid models is higher at 8,950 pounds, the hybrid model is still approved for trailer towing with a 6,000-pound rating, but with a much improved fuel economy.

The hybrids, which are said to deliver more than 25-percent fuel economy improvement and up to a 40-percent improvement in the city, will start arriving at showrooms in the summer of 2008.

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Will the Government kill the HEMI

12.27.2007 | 8:57 am | HEMI News

With the recently passed energy bill demanding that manufacturer’s meet a fleet wide requirement of 35MPG up from the 27.5 MPG of today.  This will require a annual 3.3% increase per year.

If the increases can not be met, the HEMI powered vehicles will possibly see large price increases because of fees for failing to meet a minimum MPG, or they will disappear completely, again.

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