Page 4 of 2008 Lexus GS Hybrid by Lexus U.S.A.

2008 lexus gs hybrid technology as you might expect the gs hybrid is equipped with the latest in automotive technology to begin with there s the powerful v6 gasoline engine featuring dual variable valve timing with intelligence vvt-i by continually monitoring the engine s valves the vvt-i system provides optimum performance at any speed paired with this extraordinary engine is a high-output permanent-magnet electric-drive motor and ensuring a smooth transition from gasoline to electric power is an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission ecvt another important feature is regenerative braking with it kinetic energy that is normally lost as heat during braking coasting or deceleration is captured and used to recharge the battery and to help you keep an eye on all that power the conventional tachometer has been replaced with a power meter allowing you to quickly monitor the level of electrical output with just a glance at the optional equipment shown instrument panel 4

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