Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review
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/ expand into other classes with their Highlander model of [...]
Lexus RX 400h Review
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 from Lexus, but is a gasoline/electric powered hybrid crossover SUV. [...]
Mazda Tribute Hybrid Review
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 It certainly isn’t in the outdated looks, lackluster acceleration, or even in the apathetic braking.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 more ‘built tough’ qualities with its Ford sibling, the Escape, [...]
Mercury Mariner Hybrid Review
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) battery pack tucked under the rear cargo area is covered by a limited 8-year/100,000-mile [...]
Ford Escape Hybrid Review
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 excellent fuel economy and low environmental effects. It is similar [...]
Toyota Camry Hybrid Review
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.
The Toyota Camry Hybrid is a more spacious, [...]
Nissan Altima Hybrid Review
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 degrees of success. Starting in 2007 Nissan [...]
Honda Civic Hybrid Review
Are you worried about how high gas prices are affecting your budget? Is caring for the environment important to you? Do you want a reasonably priced car that looks great and is fun to drive? The 2008 Honda Civic Hybrid is the car for you.
This hybrid vehicle uses both a gas powered [...]
Toyota Prius Review
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 California drivers grew interested when the state of California issued HOV passes [...]