Hybrid Vehicles

2010 Prius due in Jan 2009

jstack6 — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 19:03:31 -0800

The newest version of the prius will start being delivered in Jan 2009. News is it will be 30% more efficient. That could bring the mpg to well over 50 even with the new EPA drive testing methods.

The plug-in option won't be available until 2010 and then mostly for fleets. Toyota also won't have the lithium battery option available for a while. They say they have improved NiMH batteries.

Lithium battery in the 08 Prius?

Kelly J — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 10:43:31 -0700

I had heard that the 08 Prius was going to have a lithium batters. I am in the process of trading in my Acura, (20 MPG city) for an 08 Prius. From the research I have done the 08 does not have the lithium battery. Have I missed something or is there a future date for release?

Thanks!

Eco-friendly car services

sghendri — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 12:22:08 -0700

Does anyone know of any hybrid/eco-friendly car services in Los Angeles?

Hybrid Truck?

brentrhenry — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 06:33:36 -0700

I currently own a Toyota Tacoma pickup. Is there a good hybrid truck available yet?

PHEV plug-in hybrids

jstack6 — Sat, 26 May 2007 21:09:37 -0700

This type of hybrid needs it's own topic. Many people don't know but there are many types of hybrids. You have the lowest form millions drive called the nano hybrid where the battery and electric motor just starts the motor. That is the oldest and lowest form dating back to 1913. All modern cars use this simple starter motor.

Honda Civic Hybrid vs. Toyota Prius

jarodsafehouse71 — Thu, 24 May 2007 07:44:34 -0700

I've read some great things here about the Prius, and I was wondering if anyone drives or knows much about the new Honda Civic Hybrid?

jsh

New Lexus Hybrid Vehicle

Funny Farm — Thu, 17 May 2007 05:37:57 -0700

For those of you who miss their luxury cars, I just read an article announcing that there will be a high end Hybrid Lexus out later this year. It will appear first in Japan and then elsewhere.

Toyota Unveils New Luxury Hybrid Vehicle
Thursday, May 17, 2007
TOKYO - Toyota's commitment to hybrid automobiles was on full display Thursday when it unveiled its most expensive gasoline-electric vehicle yet - the 15 million yen ($124,000) luxury sedan Lexus LS.

Possibility of Getting HOV Carpool Lane Stickers For Hybrid Cars In California

Charley — Wed, 16 May 2007 17:56:00 -0700

Hello,

I just recently purchased a new Toyota Prius and was wondering what is the truth regarding getting an HOV Carpool lane sticker in California? I've heard that the full allotment are all gone now, but then I've seen some indication that there are actually another batch available. Is it still worth pursuing? I understand that a used Toyota Prius with these stickers can sell for $4K over what the car is actually worth.

Charley

From Porsche to Prius

Joseph — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 11:21:49 -0700

After my self-realization that the only way that we will be able to fix the planet is by our individual contributions I have decided to sell my beloved Porsche 911 automobile and move to a Toyota Prius. My whole mindset has undergone a complete change in that it is up to me and each one of us to do what we can to help fix the planet. We should all be concerned about global warming, pollution, recycling, fossil fuel consumption, the rain forest, etc., but the reality of our day-to-day existence usually limits us to choosing our particular battles.

Hybrids on the Rise in LA

Joseph — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 10:39:43 -0700

All,