Unlike hybrid cars and SUVs, the hybrid truck has had a limited consumer response and a limited production. There are several reasons for this, but it really is a shame. Hybrid technology is designed to improve fuel economy [...]
Prius V Launch Delayed
Not surprisingly, the Prius V launch for April has officially been delayed. No word on when the launch will happen, but it was scheduled for April in Japan. No decisions have been made about the summertime launch in the US.Something to keep [...]
New York Loses Out on Hybrid Taxi
After years of courtroom battles, NYC has lost out on their bid to force all taxis to go hybrid. The Supreme Court has refused to hear their argument, letting the ruling from the lower court stand. Taxi owners argued the city was regulating [...]
Honda Civic Hybrid Recall 2006 - 2007
Honda is recalling MY 2006-2007 Honda Civic Hybrid to replace a DC to DC converter. The DC-DC converter is part of the IMA system and may experience an internal failure leading to stalling and malfunction of the headlights.Around 37,000 Civic Hybrids [...]
Is the EPA Setting Us Up?
The EPA is currently working out the EPA standards on electric and plug-in electric vehicles and there's been quite a lot of debate on how, why, who, what, etc... But this is the first time I've seen the values being labeled as outright fraudulence:Using [...]
Do We Really Want Green Cars
According to US News and World Report, "Despite all the hype surrounding hybrid and electric cars, some people just aren’t buying it. According to a new study, “some people” are most consumers."That really doesn't cut it with me. Despite the hype and [...]
Federal Tax Credit for the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
2011 Hyundai Sonata HybridThe 2011 Sonata Hybrid will come with a $1,300 tax credit (if you qualify). Unfortunately, if you're interested, you need to get it now. The tax credit expires at the end of the year. Which means [...]