17th September 2008
The 2009 GMC Sierra, which is due to arrive in limited availability in the fall of 2008, is an exciting new entry to the hybrid vehicle market. Looking identical to the 2008 model and to the Chevrolet Silverado, the GMC Sierra is a full size pickup truck ...
17th September 2008
Trucks don't usually tend to make the best hybrids, their large engines and very heavy bodies mean that their gas mileage is notoriously low, and it's difficult to keep the essence of the vehicle and still be able to improve that. People who want a truck ...
17th September 2008
Toyota was one of the first entrants into commercial production of hybrid models, and their Hybrid Synergy Drive is still the industry standard for improving fuel economy and performance in a hybrid car. They're aiming to stay on top of the heap /and/ exp...
17th September 2008
Even though the Mercury Mariner Hybrid shares its platform and technologies with its siblings the Ford Escape Hybrid and Mazda Tribute Hybird, the Mercury manages to come off as the most refined of the trio.
The 330-volt nickel-metal-hydride (NIMH) bat...
17th September 2008
A first look at the new Mazda Tribute Hybrid might have you asking where the ‘zoom-zoom’ is. It certainly isn’t in the outdated looks, lackluster acceleration, or even in the apathetic braking. In fact, the 2008 Tribute Hybrid actually shares a lot ...
17th September 2008
The Lexus RX 400h was introduced in 2006 as the world’s first hybrid-powered luxury crossover SUV. It is a fuel efficient, environmentally conscious version of its popular counterpart, the Lexus RX 350. It has the same sleek style that you would expect ...
17th September 2008
The 2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid has been described as “impressive”, “stunning” and “magnificent” by both reviewers and owners. They’re not talking about the Yukon Hybrid’s performance, amenities or looks, although all are average or above. They...
17th September 2008
First released in 1994, the Ford Escape hybrid is a gas-electric alternative to Ford Motor Company’s original SUV. It is the first automobile to unite the full capacity of a sport utility vehicle with the great benefits of a hybrid, which include excell...
17th September 2008
Hybrids are gaining popularity with the steady increase in fuel costs and the growing knowledge that car emissions are destroying air quality. With the Dodge Durango Hybrid, you get to save on fuel and keep your roomy, sporty vehicle. The Dodge Durango Hy...
17th September 2008
While Chrysler’s Aspen continues to build popularity among those consumers still interested in luxury SUVs despite the increasing price of fuel, the overall segment continues to slump. Chrysler’s answer is to add a dual-mode hybrid gas-electric drive ...
17th September 2008
The Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid touts itself as 'America's first full-size two-mode SUV hybrid.' This amazingly fuel efficient hybrid car reduces gas prices for any driver. In fact, this hybrid SUV is so popular that the Green Car Journal has named it the 'Gre...
17th September 2008
What comes to mind when you think about the Cadillac Escalade? Good looks? Sure. Rap stars with lots of ‘bling’? Possibly. Fuel economy of 20+ miles per gallon? Doubtful, but that’s exactly what GM’s luxury division is hoping to change with the in...
17th September 2008
Everyone has seen the futuristic Toyota Prius as they have navigated the highways. It arrived on the scene in 2004 and was quick to gain supporters. Its popularity soared in Hollywood among those whose “green” lifestyle needed a matching car. Other Ca...
17th September 2008
It is said that as a hybrid the Toyota Camry hybrid does not have the same performance capabilities as the conventional sedan, but I would venture to say that as a moderate recreational driver, this car has all the performance capabilities one would need....
17th September 2008
Hybrid cars are in a state of ever increasing demand, a response to the rising gas prices. When fuel economy and gas mileage are the consumer desires of the era, every major car company in the industry is beginning to field hybrid designs with varying deg...
