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Finally! Look, I think of myself as a pretty eco-aware, green guy. I was born & raised in a part of the world that invented gorp and REI and looks like something from Lord of The Rings. I got no problem with saving the environment from our own greed and stupidity. I’m also, ironically, a […]
Read More »Hyundai Turns Blue at Paris Motor Show
Six new Hyundai models will make their international debut at the Paris Motor Show today. Designed at Hyundai’s European Design Centre in Russelsheim, Germany, the new five-door i20 will be the highlight at the show. The i20 is due to be launched in Europe towards the end of 2008. Hyundai will unveil the i20 blue, […]
Read More »2009 Mercury Mariner Review – the Hybrid SUV that can (and does) impress!
Mercury Mariner Hybrid Consumer Reviews Mercury Mariner Hybrid Overview Mercury Mariner Hybrid Photo Gallery Mercury Mariner Hybrid Specs Review by Holly R. | Photos by Derek Mau Pros: Really impressive (and decent) acceleration at speed Mileage, mileage, mileage Didn’t have to open the entire tailgate to get into the back of the vehicle Continuously variable […]
Read More »Plug-In 2008 Conference Report – Recharging the Future
The very first Plug-In Conference was held in San Jose, Calif. (7/22/2008 – 7/24/2008), to showcase the latest technological advances, market research, and policy initiatives shaping the future of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The three day conference brings together automotive manufacturers, component suppliers, electric utilities, government agencies, universities, and the environmental community to address […]
Read More »2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Review – Chevy's New Hybrid Sedan
Chevy Malibu Hybrid Overview Chevy Malibu Hybrid Specs Chevy Malibu Hybrid Consumer Reviews Chevy Malibu Hybrid Photo Gallery By Holly R. Pros: Decent mileage Acceleration is reasonable at speed Pretty stylish looking Looks roomy XM® Satellite Radio OnStar (Standard for ONE YEAR) Cons: Not a lot of storage in the main cabin Battery takes up […]
Read More »2008 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid Video Review
“From a stop, acceleration and low speed is all electric power. It’s silent. It’s eerily silent. Sometimes you think the car isn’t running, but once you get going, the transition between the electric and gas [motors] are very smooth…”
Read More »2008 Lexus GS 450h Review – Hybrid Power Without Compromise
Ever since the Honda Insight set the still-unmatched standard, hybrids have been designed primarily to maximize fuel economy. Lexus has taken a bold new approach — build hybrids that sacrifice nothing in performance and luxury to their flagship models – and has succeeded.
The key to understanding the GS is this: despite what Lexus’ marketing department tells you, the GS 450h Hybrid is a Grand Touring car at heart, not a sports car. It wants to spend all day swooping through long, stately curves at speeds far exceeding the legal limit, and it does so with grace and aplomb. Asking it to carve twisty, narrow canyon roads is like cutting carrots with a wood saw: it works better than you’d think, but it’s the wrong tool for the job.
Read More »2007 Lexus RX 400h Video Review
Lexus RX 400h Consumer Reviews Lexus RX 400h Overview Lexus RX 400h Photo Gallery Lexus RX 400h Expert Review The 2007 Lexus RX 400h is the first luxury SUV to feature a gas-electric hybrid drivetrain. The 2007 Lexus RX 400h has luxury and quality throughout. So if you’re in the market for an SUV and […]
Read More »2007 Lexus RX 400h Review – Bringing luxury and performance to the world of hybrid technology
Lexus RX 400h Overview Lexus RX 400h Specs Consumer Reviews of RX 400h Lexus RX 400h Photo Gallery Lexus RX 400h Video Review by Alex Kramer Pros Excellent acceleration Lexus luxury and quality Silky smooth ride Seamless hybrid powertrain Cons Overly cautious handling All that hybrid technology sure is pricey Not a true fuel sipper […]
Read More »2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Review – The 34 MPG SUV
Ford Escape Consumer Reviews Ford Escape Hybrid Consumer Reviews Ford Escape Hybrid Specs Ford Escape Hybrid Photo Gallery By Kurt Gensheimer Blings: Most fuel efficient SUV on the planet Cavernous interior More masculine exterior appearance Easy-to-use Nav system Dings: Brake pedal like stepping on a wet Nerf ball No traction control and downgraded NHTSA safety […]
Read More »Shift Into a 'Greener' Gear This Year
(NewsUSA) – Whether it’s a concern for the environment or the increasing cost of fuel, more and more people are seeing the hybrid vehicle as a viable option.
Hybrid cars are appealing because they pair a gasoline engine with one or more electric motors to achieve higher fuel efficiency and extremely low emissions.
Read More »Driving Impressions: 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid
The Civic hybrid is Honda’s entry level hybrid car. Unlike the Toyota Prius, the electric engine is incremental to the gas one, adding only 20 horsepower to the 4-cylinder’s 93 (the Prius adds 67 to the 4-cylinder’s 76). As a result, it doesn’t have the same eerie quietness of the Prius or the abundance of torque.
Read More »2007 Honda Civic Hybrid Review
I like this car. The Civic has a solid body structure, comfortable seats, and sips fuel. The interior colors mesh well together producing a pleasant visual experience for the occupants (albeit with a futuristic dash design) while the more-than-adequate sound system (love the XM satellite!) completes the auditory experience. The Galaxy Gray Metallic-colored Civic reminds me of a futuristic boat with a rising strake emanating from the front wheel well terminating at the rear bumper. Except for the small spoiler on the trunk lid, there are few sharp edges leading to aerodynamic efficiency.
Read More »2006 Ford Escape Hybrid 2WD Review
Ever since that first test drive, I’ve been amazed by the sophistication of the Escape Hybrid’s gas-electric power train. At first you don’t even really notice it, in that the car drives like every other car on the road. You push the gas and it goes, you push the brakes and it stops, and a tug on the wheel makes it turn. But once you start paying closer attention, the many hours spent developing this new technology becomes apparent.
Read More »First Impressions: 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid
2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid – editor review – by a woman – of the new Camry Hybrid. Included are specs, video and links to more editor reviews.
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