Friday, March 13, 2009

Japanese Cars Race Ahead for World Green Car Award

After two years of German dominance, Japanese automakers have made an impressive comeback in the green car segment of the World Car Awards.

Mitsubishi iMiEV, Honda FCX Clarity and Toyota iQ have made it to the top three finalists for the coveted honour of The 2009 World Green Car Award announced. The awards are a program initiated by, organized by, and conducted by automotive journalists from all over the world. The awards will be given out at the New York International Auto Show on the 9th April, next month.

Honda Civic Hybrid was the first winner in 2006 when the awards started. The 2007 award went to Mecedez Benz E320 Bluetec and the last year's prize went to BMW 118d with Efficient Dynamics.

More at http://www.wcoty.com/media/?release=44&year=2009

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