Archive for the ‘Green vehicles’

  • 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid – A Quick Overview on the model

    Green vehicles | June 28, 2011 at 11:29 am
    The Hyundai has finally come forward with its valiant effort but still the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers awkward braking and acceleration. The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is still considered as the top contender when it comes to fuel efficient hybrid powered family sedans. For 2011, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is totally a new model with refreshed designs and improved features and functions. The Hyundai sticks to the simple formula which has been used in the hybrid car in order to achieve good fuel economy numbers. With the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, the Korean automaker not only intends to stand in the competitive hybrid segment but is truly appreciable. From the various other hybrid models that are available in the market, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid  [...]
  • 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid – A Quick Review on the model

    Green vehicles | June 14, 2011 at 8:27 am
    The next generation models of SUVs in next few years are going to dazzle the auto industries. People are becoming more attentive when it comes to buying something for families and thus go green is the best option. Even though there is growth in the market, people are still flowing towards the best model Ford Escape Hybrid. The Ford Escape Hybrid was debuted in 2005 and since it has been considered as the main stream model when it comes to hybrid SUV. The 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid is long run model which offers combination of excellent and practicality fuel economy to make its worth for the green car buyers. For: Scored top marks in crash tests, peppy performance, innovative and high tech features and most fuel efficient SUV. Against: Lack Luster  [...]
  • 2011 Chevrolet Volt – Most Fuel-efficient model in Hybrid segment

    Green vehicles | May 17, 2011 at 5:31 am
    The 2011 Chevrolet Volt is a plug in hybrid that offers best fuel efficient among the rivals that are available in the hybrid car segment. There were confusing rumors been raised when it got debuted for the first time in the Hybrid market. Volt is one of the best hybrid models that allow perfect combination of green car buyer. For: Useful 300 mile maximum range, low monthly fuel cost especially for normal driving, high tech cabin, appealing standard features. Against: Home charger is necessary, no power front seats, touchy brakes, small back seat two people, questionable value. Body styles, Trim levels and options The all new 2011 Chevrolet Volt is available with midsize five door hatchback sedan that cans easily accodomate four occupants.  [...]
  • 2011 Nissan Leaf – A Quick Review on model

    Green vehicles | May 9, 2011 at 7:22 am
    For 2011, Nissan Leaf offers spacious and quite cabin, snappy acceleration and intelligent navigation system. This model is the perfect example for the question “Who killed the electric car?” It’s because Nissan brings the electric car back from dead. The 2011 Nissan Leaf is full electric mainstream car wrapped with plenty of exclusive electric features. The Leaf is powered with lithium ion battery, one of the prime vehicles featured with advanced battery technology. It was found that the employ of litiun ion battery offers better acceleration as compared with nickel metal hydride. Unlike Chevrolet Volt, the 2011 Nissan Leaf does not offer any backup for gasoline engine. Leaf is the best electric car model for shorter trips or for commuting,  [...]
  • Lexus LS600H L’s – Overview on the 2011 model

    Green vehicles | April 26, 2011 at 9:56 am
    For the 2011, the Lexus LS600H L’s is not available with optional stabilizer suspension and is discontinued in the further production, rest all has kept unchanged. When it comes to buy the hybrid car, the ratio of the fuel economy should be considered for the green vehicles. The 2011 Lexus LS600H L is considered as the full size luxury sedan which is entirely based on wheelbase version powered with sibling LS 460. Lexus is known as the expensive line up in the models that are fully loaded with high tech features and extensive materials. The price tag attached to the Lexus LS600H is for $1,11,350 respectively. The hybrid vehicle is available with features such as 19 inch alloy wheels, keyless ignition, power door closers, LED projector headlights,  [...]
  • Cadillac Escalade Hybrid – Overview on 2011 model

    Green vehicles | April 20, 2011 at 11:40 am
    For the 2011, the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid has been updated with the changes in the navigation system. The Escalade Hybrid is perfect for those who are looking for luxurious sport utility vehicles that weigh around 6,000 pounds easily. Though the model lacks in fuel economy but has great “tow mode” technology in hybrid specifications. The SUV model is some what similar to the related siblings GMC Yukon Hybrid and Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid. The Escalade Hybrid SUV promises to offers almost all luxurious technical features and functions that are socially acceptable and appreciated by the customers. Well talking on the asset side, the 2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid is certainly ahead with more fuel efficient technology than the predecessor model.  [...]
  • Mercury Mariner Hybrid – Overview on the 2011 model

    Green vehicles | April 6, 2011 at 8:00 am
    The Mercury Mariner Hybrid is similar to SUV, particularly designed for those who are crazy for buying green cars. The tailpipe emissions, high fuel economy and sporty features are the major highlights of the Mariner hybrid model. The versatile nature of the car allows you to carry the high profile lifestyle that includes decent cargo space and all standard features of sporty cars. It is going to be the last year for Mercury Mariner to get its name plate to be displayed on it. Though there are not many changes for the particular models, but has got addition of optional navigation system for HD Radio. The 2011 Mercury Mariner Hybrid is potentially strong in order to share good platforms as progenitor’s weakness and strengths. Beside these  [...]
  • Honda Civic Hybrid Review

    Green vehicles | March 23, 2011 at 10:58 am
    The 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid is one of the best when it comes to buy affordable small cars that offer excellent safety data and reliability features. Though the car doesn’t allow much cargo space, it is considered as the best Hybrid car who provides you contemporary looks and reliability in the Green market that suit you perfectly. The major highlights for the Civic Hybrid is for quality interiors, futuristic exteriors and fantastic standard & optional features such as heated leather seats, XM Satellite radio, telescoping and tilt steering wheels, tilt and other navigation and communications options, which most of the buyer’s look for. In addition to these the Honda Civic Hybrid receives excellent interiors and exteriors and ranks top  [...]
  • Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Review

    Green vehicles | March 14, 2011 at 9:13 am
    The Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid was the first vehicle in the market who utilizes the two mode hybrid powertrain in partnership with BMW, General Motors and Daimler Chrysler. As the demand for the ever-increasing and the significant role playing in saving the environment from being polluted is contributed in large by the Hybrid Vehicles. Addressing this issue, facing such problems and then too overcome from such things, the General Motors introduced the Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles. The “Tahoe” has strong potential to stand in the top position among the other hybrid vehicles. The Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid, when launched as the full size SUV was a larger breed vehicle; significantly powered with the gas powered versions. In 2007, the Tahoe Hybrid was  [...]
  • Volkswagen Bulli Reborn as “Microbus” at Geneva Motor Show

    Green vehicles, News | March 2, 2011 at 12:22 pm
    After the ten years of journey, the Volkswagen again hinted a return for the Iconic Microbus with Bulli Concept which was launched at the Geneva Motor Show. The Microbus is been interpreted as the electric vehicle with an iPad options. The concept is known as the Bulli because the Germans have named the amazing idea that was introduced back in the year 1950. Besides these it has got two tone paint, bench seats and oversized badge. The Iconic Microbus concept will be accessible with a seating arrangement for six occupants and with electric drivetrain that has made an debut recently in the Geneva Motor Show. The Volkswagen says Microbus concept as the Bulli, because it has got a range of 186 miles that runs with 40 Kilowatt hr with the help of  [...]
  • Now green gets easy with Ford Escape Hybrid

    Cars, Green vehicles | June 18, 2010 at 9:49 am
    The newly unveiled mass-produced battery assisted SUV is back after its first launch in the year 2004. The new Ford Escape Hybrid is a class leading economy car giving you absolutely no compromise over the quality. The sales of the new Ford Hybrid have steadily risen every year since the time it has come into market. The new Ford Escape Hybrid is a cool CUV giving you great fuel economy. The V8 powered engine comes with a larger 2.5 liter four cylinder engine having a nickel metal hydride batter pack. The new Ford Escape Hybrid comes with body on frame sport utility type features with a rear wheel drive system. The new Escape Hybrid is a unibody car with a front wheel drive platform. The new Ford Escape Hybrid has a comfortable seats and excellent  [...]