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Yo! Hybrid Car From Russia

Not typically known for its automotive industry, Russia may jump to the head of the field with a new home-grown, low-cost gas-electric hybrid car.
Driving the car’s development is Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov. U.S. readers might know Prokhorov as the new owner of the NBA basketball team, the New Jersey Nets. His idea is to create […]

8Jan2011 | 1Hybrid1 | 1 comment | Continued
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E-Cars Dominate European Auto Shows

Many car manufacturers used the recent Geneva and Paris auto shows to debut their E-Car prototypes. These cars are typically very small two-seaters (some are larger) that are all electric or plug-in hybrids.
And while production models for some may be years away, the prototypes reveal some interesting feature sets that are likely to be included […]

5Dec2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 0 comments | Continued
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Jaguar Concept Like No Other Hybrid

Concerned about trading off performance when moving to a hybrid? As some New Yawka’s say in Brooklyn, fugetaboutit. Jaguar used the Paris Auto Show to unveil the Jaguar C-X75, an electric vehicle concept car with a kick.
Reports about the car note that Jaguar believes the C-X75 will be able to go from 0 to 60 […]

2Nov2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 0 comments | Continued
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2012 Honda Fit Hybrid - Sneak Peak

The wait for the newest Honda hybrid just got shorter. The 2012 Honda Fit Hybrid will go on sale in Japan this month (October 2010), being sold as a 2011 model, and it will be available in Europe in early 2011. The car may also be introduced to other markets (like the U.S.) later next […]

17Oct2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 0 comments | Continued
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2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Review

The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid: Affordable Luxury and 41 MPG
Lincoln’s first foray into the hybrid market is the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.
The MKZ uses the same engine and motors as its corporate counterparts, the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan. Specifically, the MKZ has a 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle engine and two electric motors, which combined produce 191 horsepower. […]

21Sep2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 0 comments | Continued
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CR-Z Hybrid CRaZe

Honda CR-Z Puts the Fun in Hybrid Driving
The Honda CRZ is a compact hybrid electric vehicle designed to serve as a hybrid sports car. Specifically, with this car, Honda marries traditional sports car features with an electric/gasoline powertrain.
The two-seat car has a 1.5 liter, four cylinder engine that delivers 112 hp and Honda’s Integrated Motor […]

3Sep2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 0 comments | Continued
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HS 250h Review

Lexus HS 250h touts economy and safety features
The 2010 Lexus HS 250h is a four-door, five-passenger hybrid luxury sedan.  And while its exterior looks like a standard Toyota/Lexus economy car, the Lexus HS 250h offers a high-end interior, advanced safety features, and is loaded with the latest technologies to make a drive enjoyable.
Compared to other […]

16Aug2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 0 comments | 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 | 7 comments | Continued
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Get The 2011 Hybrid Car Guide

The annual 2011 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 […]

17Apr2010 | Jeff Carey | Hybrid Guy | 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-electric vehicle or have begun the process of researching them, we […]

11Mar2010 | 1Hybrid1 | 1 comment | Continued