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Are Hybrid Drivers More Willing To Walk Away From Fuel-Sipping Cars?Are Hybrid Drivers More Willing To Walk Away From Fuel-Sipping Cars?

Stephen Edelstein

It’s a known phenomenon that low gas prices depress sales of hybrids and other green cars, but how strong is that affect? Cheaper fuel may cause buyers to refrain from trading in the cars they have...

Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Ad Slams Electric BMW i3: Gloves Come Off: FURTHER UPDATELexus CT 200h Hybrid Ad Slams Electric BMW i3: Gloves Come Off: FURTHER UPDATE

Stephen Edelstein

Is Toyota feeling more than a little threatened by electric and diesel alternatives to the hybrid segment it dominates? Its luxury Lexus brand has continued with a series of ads that either highlight the shortcomings of...

Coke Tests Add-In Hybrid System For Better Gas Mileage On Service VansCoke Tests Add-In Hybrid System For Better Gas Mileage On Service Vans

Stephen Edelstein

Operators of commercial vans have fewer options for fuel efficiency than individual buyers of passenger cars, but luckily, there’s always the aftermarket. Coca-Cola has recently been operating a fleet of new Chevrolet Express 3500 vans upfitted...

As Gas Gets Cheaper, Ford Ups Incentives On Smaller, More Efficient CarsAs Gas Gets Cheaper, Ford Ups Incentives On Smaller, More Efficient Cars

Stephen Edelstein

Sales of green cars and gas prices are inversely related. As fuel gets cheaper, the financial incentive of a more-efficient car decreases, and consumers lose interest. Given that trend, perhaps it’s not too surprising that Ford...

2014 Infiniti Q50, Q70 Hybrids Recalled Over Transmission Housing Issue2014 Infiniti Q50, Q70 Hybrids Recalled Over Transmission Housing Issue

Stephen Edelstein

Infiniti is recalling a few hundred 2014 model-year Q50 and Q70 hybrid sedans to fix an issue with their transmissions. The recall includes just 817 cars, all of which are being scrutinized because of concerns they...

Which City Will Have Most Hybrids, Electric Cars In Its Fleet?Which City Will Have Most Hybrids, Electric Cars In Its Fleet?

Stephen Edelstein

When it comes to deploying plug-in electric cars in municipal fleets, Indianapolis appears to be leading the way. The city announced last week that it will replace 425 non-police-pursuit vehicles with electric cars and plug-in hybrids...

Toyota Prius Hybrid 'Pushback': Still A Real ThingToyota Prius Hybrid 'Pushback': Still A Real Thing

Stephen Edelstein

In three generations and over a decade on sale, the Toyota Prius hybrid has become a common sight on U.S. roads, and has spurred the launch of numerous other hybrid models. Yet many people’s views of...

Forbidden Fruit: Toyota Esquire Hybrid Luxury MinivanForbidden Fruit: Toyota Esquire Hybrid Luxury Minivan

Stephen Edelstein

Car enthusiasts often pine after vehicles sold in other markets, but this “forbidden” fruit rarely comes in the form of a minivan. The new Toyota Esquire is certainly not like any minivan sold in the U.S.,...

Ford Fusion Vs Hyundai Sonata: Mid-Size Sedan Gas Mileage ComparisonFord Fusion Vs Hyundai Sonata: Mid-Size Sedan Gas Mileage Comparison

Stephen Edelstein

When it comes to mid-size sedans with multiple options for green powertrain, the 2015 Ford Fusion and 2015 Hyundai Sonata are fairly well matched. Both offer base naturally-aspirated engines, two turbocharged engines of similar displacements, and...

Another Study Confirms: Hybrids Do Best In Cities, Diesels On HighwaysAnother Study Confirms: Hybrids Do Best In Cities, Diesels On Highways

Stephen Edelstein

A vehicle’s design largely determines its fuel efficiency, but how it’s driven–and where–can have a significant impact as well. With their ability to drive solely on electric power at low speeds, hybrids appear better suited to...

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Are Hybrid Drivers More Willing To Walk Away From Fuel-Sipping Cars?Are Hybrid Drivers More Willing To Walk Away From Fuel-Sipping Cars?

Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Ad Slams Electric BMW i3: Gloves Come Off: FURTHER UPDATELexus CT 200h Hybrid Ad Slams Electric BMW i3: Gloves Come Off: FURTHER UPDATE

Coke Tests Add-In Hybrid System For Better Gas Mileage On Service VansCoke Tests Add-In Hybrid System For Better Gas Mileage On Service Vans

As Gas Gets Cheaper, Ford Ups Incentives On Smaller, More Efficient CarsAs Gas Gets Cheaper, Ford Ups Incentives On Smaller, More Efficient Cars

2014 Infiniti Q50, Q70 Hybrids Recalled Over Transmission Housing Issue2014 Infiniti Q50, Q70 Hybrids Recalled Over Transmission Housing Issue

Which City Will Have Most Hybrids, Electric Cars In Its Fleet?Which City Will Have Most Hybrids, Electric Cars In Its Fleet?

Toyota Prius Hybrid 'Pushback': Still A Real ThingToyota Prius Hybrid 'Pushback': Still A Real Thing

Forbidden Fruit: Toyota Esquire Hybrid Luxury MinivanForbidden Fruit: Toyota Esquire Hybrid Luxury Minivan

Ford Fusion Vs Hyundai Sonata: Mid-Size Sedan Gas Mileage ComparisonFord Fusion Vs Hyundai Sonata: Mid-Size Sedan Gas Mileage Comparison

Another Study Confirms: Hybrids Do Best In Cities, Diesels On HighwaysAnother Study Confirms: Hybrids Do Best In Cities, Diesels On Highways

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