Teaser image for the upcoming Buick hybrid crossover

Buick has released a teaser image for its upcoming plug-in hybrid crossover vehicle, and shortly after, news surfaced that the company has another crossover in the works.

The hybrid crossover is pegged for a 2011 release date, and with that timeframe, it should become the first widely-available commercial plug-in hybrid x-over.

The second crossover looks to be different from the hybrid one, with indications that it won’t just be a gas version. Sources say that the second vehicle could be based on the Chevrolet Aveo

The 2010 Lexus 450h

The RX series of crossovers is perhaps Lexus’ best-selling line of vehicles. That shouldn’t figure to change in the near future, with the impending release of the 2010 Lexus RX450h hybrid CUV.

It is powered by a V6 engine and, of course, an electric hybrid system. Power is rated at 295 horsepower. Driving on city traffic, the CUV is good for 28mpg, while it goes for 27mpg (odd) on highway traffic.

It comes with an outstanding Mark Levinson 15-speaker audio system, as well as various modes of connectivity with BlueTooth and iPod compaitibility, proof of its luxury segment. It will also be given high-end interior trim and furnishings.

Another interesting feature is that the gauges are illuminated by so-called “organic molecules that create light with the application of electricity.