Posts Tagged ‘Hybrids’
The Best Hybrid SUVs for 2020
The hybrid SUV segment was born in 2005 with the launch of the Ford Escape Hybrid. Fast forward 15 years and the Escape Hybrid is no longer alone. Most automakers now offer a hybrid SUV. There’s one for just about every price point and person. While choice is never a bad thing, all of those…
Read MoreNew “Leaked” Details Point To Potential Ford Bronco Hybrid
When Ford officially unveiled the 2021 Ford Bronco, a green version was conspicuously missing from the lineup. It seemed a bit odd, since every major automaker is slowly shifting towards hybrid and electric models. Now, less than a week after the new Bronco debuted, there’s some (unofficial) hints at a battery-powered version. This according to…
Read MoreThe Smallest Cars You Can Buy Right Now
While larger pick-up trucks and SUVs may be popular with consumers, they aren’t the only vehicle options available today. There are a number of extremely small subcompact cars that act as a counterweight to the bigger, more aggressive and less fuel-efficient rigs that seem to dominate the industry. Many of these tiny vehicles are popular…
Read MoreInside The 2020 Kia Niro: An Affordable Performance SUV
With the 2020 edition, the Kia Niro SUV continues to impress. The five-seater crossover continues to push forward with enhanced fuel economy through hybrid and electric versions. The Niro also boasts wide cargo space and attractive pricing. Indeed, starting at under $35,000, the Kia Niro is a top SUV for anyone who wants rugged durability…
Read MoreIt’s Not Easy Being Green: Breaking Down The Different Eco-Friendly Driving Options
When you hear the term “green” in reference to vehicles, what typically comes to mind? Most people picture a Toyota Prius, since it’s one of the more popular green models. At the same time, there are so many other green vehicles on the market, or currently in development. Distinguishing between all these different types of…
Read MoreInside the 2020 Honda Clarity: The Future of Alternative Fuel
With each passing year, there are more and more alternative fuel vehicles roaming the streets. Models that were once limited only to California are popping up all over the country. The 2020 Honda Clarity is one of these vehicles. Available in a variety of fuel types, the Clarity widens the field to better fit into…
Read MoreGreen with Envy: The 2018 Chevrolet Volt
For a car that first appeared in 2011, the Chevrolet Volt has been largely successful at avoiding the scornful comments most anti-Prius proponents fling at electric cars. All the same, it’s not a car for everyone. The Volt isn’t completely electric, as it has a gas-powered engine that will kick in when the electric batteries lose charge, but it does offer alternative transportation solutions for those looking to save a little at the gas pump — and save a lot in taxes. We’ve gathered the lowdown on the 2018 Chevy Volt below, focusing on key points that will help you decide whether this gas-electric hybrid is truly for you or not.
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