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First GM Hybrids in Dubai
General Motors today delivered its first hybrid vehicles in the Middle East to the Government of Dubai and the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The vehicles, which include the Chevrolet Tahoe hybrid and the Chevrolet Malibu hybrid, are part of a ground-breaking project that involves a 12-month trial using the vehicles as public taxis that could eventually lead to one of the largest hybrid fleets in the world.

The trial is the first of its kind in the region and firmly places Dubai among the world’s leading cities in pioneering the use of environmentally-friendly public transportation.

The agreement between the Government of Dubai and GM is a first step in the RTA’s comprehensive plan to make all taxis in Dubai environmentally-friendly, and is in line with their vision to reduce vehicle pollution and ensure a clean environment for future generations.

Terry Johnsson, President of General Motors - Middle East Operations, said “When the Dubai Government decided to investigate the feasibility of alternative propulsion systems in the Middle East, GM moved very quickly to support them. Naturally, we are very pleased to be part of such an historic and important project.”

GM was the first automotive company to approach the Dubai government on this project. The rapid introduction of the Chevrolet hybrids was the result of close cooperation established between GM and the RTA, and included training over 100 personnel, including first responders, in on the operation, safety protocols and maintenance of hybrid vehicles.

The Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid offers full-size SUV functionality with lower emissions and 50 per cent better fuel economy in city driving than its gasoline-only sibling. With 21mpg in city driving, the fuel efficiency of the world’s first hybrid full-size SUV is similar to that of much smaller sedans. The Malibu Hybrid - Chevrolet’s first production hybrid car - also delivers lower exhaust emissions as well as the highest fuel economy of any Malibu model. Read Article
First GM Hybrids in Dubai



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richard112360richard112360 - 6/7/2008 12:08:22 PM
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With gas selling in the UAE for 40-50 cents per gallon, why would GM want to sell Hybrids in The UAE?? Makes no sense.

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rumnycrumnyc - 6/7/2008 12:18:18 PM
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duh...cos they make more money selling it for four dollars a gallon to americans lol...


Peyton18Peyton18 - 6/7/2008 12:48:05 PM
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I know someone living in dubai... Gas is 17 cents. CENTS

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richard112360richard112360 - 6/7/2008 12:53:02 PM
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Excuse me if I was off 23-33 cents. With Desert temperatures approaching 110-120F I just don't see hybrid engines being a viable option in the UAE.


Peyton18Peyton18 - 6/7/2008 2:18:51 PM
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Oh I didn't even read your post I'm sorry, I was just noting that a hybrid has no place in the UAE as its not cost effective.


utahnkidutahnkid - 6/8/2008 1:09:21 AM
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Haha reeelaaax richard...


AMiodynskiAMiodynski - 6/7/2008 1:44:40 PM
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Only thing we should be delivering to the desert is a nuke...

No reason the world has to pay so much for gas !!!

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utahnkidutahnkid - 6/8/2008 1:10:35 AM
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So your plan is to destroy the largest current source of it?? Yeah that'll work..


SteveLSteveL - 6/7/2008 3:44:37 PM
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There are other reasons to own a hybrid other than better gas mileage. It’s to produce less pollution and use fewer natural resources. Who in the He%% cars if they are selling them to Dubai. It’s a business deal that makes money and for GM and it’s a great place to test. If the hybrids can stand the dessert temp, sand and dirt without breaking down then it’s that much better for somebody buying one in the US. Even if gas was a $1.00 gallon and car manufactures where selling hybrids at a cost around a non hybrid and they have a good reputation, I would consider buying one just for these other reasons and a am far from a hippy. However I do agree that it is bull$#!! That we are paying $4.00 a gallon.

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utahnkidutahnkid - 6/8/2008 1:17:49 AM
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Yeah because the huge complicated batteries they use require no production or resources and grow on trees, huh? That's the biggest problem with hippies.. They never look at the entire picture. If you're genuinely THAT concerned about environmental impact then you better turn this computer off, sell your cars for a bicycle, and use only public transportation for longer trips. Heck you might as well just throw yourself from a tall building so we can save that poor baby dolphins' life you're negatively impacting. What's that? You're not THAT concerned? That's what I thought.


TexLandRoverTexLandRover - 6/9/2008 4:45:07 PM
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The three guys in the picture look like they've never been in a truck before ... having so much fun! Love the folks in Dubai, they know how to have a good time.

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