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Toyota is building up all the excitement required for the upcoming Auto Expo. Toyota racing fans and aficionados will be able to see the TS040 hybrid car showcased at the show.
The all-wheel-drive TS040 has a 989 horsepower hybrid powertrain. We can expect the 2015 Toyota TS040 Hybrid to be exhibited, which is closely based on 2014's winning version of the TS040 in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The new one is updated to comply with the latest regulations. Since it has a new crash structure, the front required some redesigning. Toyota has revised the aerodynamics package, reconfigured the suspension and made it lighter.
The car's hybrid technology works on the same conventional principle of regenerative braking due to mechanical brakes. This one additionally delivers regenerative braking when the driver decelerates for a turn. The energy generated to the motor is stored in a super capacitor. When the car accelerates again, the stored energy is used up to deliver a boost in power.
Apart from the regular line-up, Toyota also plans to showcase the hybrid systems in view of the latest emission norms in India. Hybrid vehicles have been appreciated for their ideal combination of luxury and hybrid technology. These have been primarily developed with an intention to promote green vehicles in our country. We can expect more related systems and technology from the carmaker at the biennial event next month.
