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2009 / 2010 Hybrid Car Guide

The annual 2010 Hybrid Guide is now available. Recently updated to include information on the 3rd generation Toyota Prius, the totally redesigned Honda Insight, and the highly acclaimed Ford Fusion hybrid - this book covers every new hybrid you can buy this year.
If you are considering the purchase of a hybrid vehicle, there are lots of […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | April 17th, 2010 | Continued

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2009 / 2010 Hybrid Car Guide

The annual 2010 Hybrid Guide is now available. Recently updated to include information on the 3rd generation Toyota Prius, the totally redesigned Honda Insight, and the highly acclaimed Ford Fusion hybrid - this book covers every new hybrid you can buy this year.
If you are considering the purchase of a hybrid vehicle, there are lots of […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | September 23rd, 2009 | Continued

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Your Hybrid Evangelist Awaits The Call

It’s late February, 2009 and we are nearing tip-off of what may prove to be the most competitive head to head to head hybrid race yet. Scheduled to make their debut in dealer showrooms this Spring are the 2010 hybrid Ford Fusion (and twin hybrid Mercury Milan), the 2010 Honda Insight, and the 3rd generation 2010 […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | February 22nd, 2009 | Continued

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2010 Hybrid Fusion & Milan Go 47 MPH in Electric

In late October, Ford officially unveiled to the public the newest additions to the world of hybrid sedans – the 2010 Ford Fusion hybrid and 2010 Mercury Milan hybrid. These ramped up new models represent some big advances in technology and Ford is hoping that it pays off by doubling their sales in the next […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | November 28th, 2008 | Continued

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The Hypermiling Guide For Beginners | Part One

How to Hypermile (A Guide for Beginners)
Hypermiling is getting a lot of attention these days, as the environment becomes more precious and the price at the pump climbs ever higher. Hypermiling is the practice of driving to get the maximum fuel efficiency of your vehicle. Wayne Gerdes of CleanMPG.com holds the hypermiling record (2,250 miles […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | July 18th, 2008 | Continued

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No Hybrid Batteries Means No Hybrid Cars

Why the hybrid market isn’t doing as well as it should
It’s no secret that hybrid cars are a great buy these days. As gas prices skyrocket, reaching new “record highs” each day, more and more people are rushing to their nearest car dealership and scrambling for hybrids. Demand is high and there should be more […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | June 20th, 2008 | Continued

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Gas Mileage Calculator | Compare Your Car To A Hybrid

Want to know how your current vehicle stacks up against hybrid cars in terms of gas mileage?  Before you run out to purchase a new green suv or car, it’s best to compare.  To help you with your decision, the following calculator shows you how much money you could save (in terms of fuel costs) by […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | May 24th, 2008 | Continued

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Introducing the 2009 Hybrid Honda Green?

Watch out Toyota.
Honda may have discovered the secret sauce behind your hybrid success.  First, you whip up a 5-door, five passenger hybrid sedan that is not available in a gas-only model.  Then you mix it with a price that most people can actually afford.  Last, you top it off with a name that is synonymous with the word hybrid.
Based on yesterday’s 2008 ”mid-year address” from CEO […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | May 21st, 2008 | Continued

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Get The Facts | Problems & Disadvantages of Hybrid Cars

Pros and Cons of Hybrid Cars
Part Two: Disadvantages
 
In the last post, we outlined some of the top advantages of owning a hybrid car. Now, we will look at a few of the disadvantages and potential problems associated with hybrid vehicles.
Get ready for some sticker shock.
One common complaint about hybrid cars is their initial price. According to Cars.com, […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | May 18th, 2008 | Continued

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Hybrid Cars - The Pros, Advantages, & Benefits

Pros and Cons of Hybrid Cars, a Two-Part Series
First, the Benefits and Advantages
 
Choosing a new car is all about weighing your options. When deciding between a hybrid car and conventional vehicle, a whole new set of factors comes into play and that does not make the decision any easier. This two-part blog series should help […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | May 9th, 2008 | Continued

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What Is A Hybrid Car? A Basic Overview of Hybrids

What’s Going On In There?
There are many ways hybrid cars are different from standard vehicles. There’s emissions, fuel consumption, cost and, of course, the mechanics of it all. The main difference between the two is that a hybrid car uses electricity combined with gasoline and a standard vehicle uses only gasoline.
In a gas-powered car, fuel […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | April 30th, 2008 | Continued

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Used Hybrid Cars | Tips to Finding A PreOwned Hybrid Car - Part 1

It’s no secret that hybrid vehicles cost more than their gas-only counterparts.  Unfortunately, the price of a shiny new eco-friendly, fuel saving green machine is more than many can afford.  Combine that expense with the fact that gas prices are fast approaching $4 per gallon, and you’ve got a lot of people searching for used hybrid cars.
The good news is […]

Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | April 19th, 2008 | Continued

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10,000 Mile Prius Oil Change Interval

From Prius3.com: I’ve had my 2010 Toyota Prius for nearly 12 months already and today I headed back to the dealership’s service department for my 15,000 mile oil change. I’d been watching the mail for a couple of weeks, hoping Toyota or the dealer would send me an oil change special coupon or discount - […]

13May2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 0 comments | Continued
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Insurance Discounts For Hybrid Owners

If you are considering the purchase or lease of a hybrid car, you might be wondering if you qualify for a discount on your car insurance. The short answer is yes, but much depends on which insurance company you select.
Since the majority of our readers either own a hybrid vehicle or have begun the process of researching them, we […]

11Mar2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 1 comment | Continued
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Best Selling Hybrid Cars In 2009

As the results roll in for 2009 hybrid car sales, it comes as no surprise to once again see the hybrid vehicle kingpin leading the pack. Which hybrid was the top seller last year?  That’s right, the Toyota Prius. The Prius snatched almost 50% of the hybrid market last year, and while it didn’t quite top its record […]

4Mar2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 1 comment | Continued
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Toyota Prius Snow Driving

Tomorrow is the first official day of winter but somebody forget to tell Mother Nature. Here in the Midwest, we’ve already seen over 17 inches of snow. That is more than half of our average annual snowfall (32″ where I live) and it seems we are just getting started. For the past few years, I’ve owned several […]

20Dec2009 | 1Hybrid1 | 2 comments | Continued
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Oil Supplies - Someone Is Lying

If a senior official from the International Energy Agency (IEA) is telling the truth, we are much closer to running out of oil than previously expected. The anonymous so-called “whistleblower” told the U.K. based Guardian that crude oil shortages have been purposely downplayed in World Energy Outlook reports to avoid triggering a buying panic.
In addition to allegations of […]

13Nov2009 | 1Hybrid1 | 0 comments | Continued
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Sai More Like HS 250h Than Prius

Japan Gets Toyota’s Second Hybrid-Only Sedan
Following the unveiling of the vastly popular third-generation Prius, Toyota is releasing a second hybrid-only sedan, the Toyota “Sai”. By most accounts, the Sai is being viewed as a slightly smaller, less expensive version of the Lexus HS 250h. You be the judge. The Sai is pictured to the right and the HS […]

28Oct2009 | 1Hybrid1 | 0 comments | Continued
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Honda CR-Z | First Manual Hybrid?

Honda has made some big strides in the global hybrid arena this year, most impressively with their totally redesigned 2010 Insight (the 2nd most popular hybrid in terms of overall sales every month since it reached dealer showrooms). Now the Big H is releasing new photos and information about the CR-Z hybrid concept, due to […]

7Oct2009 | 1Hybrid1 | 1 comment | Continued
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2010 Honda Insight Review

Unlike the previous version of the original Honda Insight, the totally redesigned 2010 model looks much less like a spaceship and a lot more like a state-of-the-art hybrid car. Geared mainly toward young, hip and price-conscious consumers, the Insight is both friendly on the environment and the pocketbook.
Although the 3rd generation Prius comes with a few more standard luxury features, […]

16Sep2009 | Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | 1 comment | Continued