New Hybrid Planned for Market

Though Nissan has been very limited with the details, Business Week reports that a new hybrid is in the works for 2010.  This would be a major step for Nissan, especially considering Toyota and Honda have already produced successful hybrids in the market. 

Currently, Nissan has the hybrid Altima, which still uses hybrid components from Toyota.  However, for this planned hybrid, Nissan is working to develop their own hybrid system that they expect to provide better power and response than their opponents.  The system will then be used in all of their hybrid applications, but the primary recipient will be a luxury model in 2010.  Nissan's luxury division, Infiniti, is expected to bring the car to American markets.  

This new hybrid engine will most likely be used in other applications for Nissan.  These applications include luxury cars, standard models, sports cars, and even their SUVs.  With the growing demand for hybrids and fuel efficiency, this is likely a wise decision for Nissan.

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