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Most American hybrid is the Toyota Camry hybrid
According to the latest data from Cars.com, the Toyota Camry is the most American made car. The Toyota Camry hybrid is made in the same Kentucky assembly plant using many of the same parts. When all factors are considered, the Toyota Camry hybrid is the most American hybrid. (more)
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Buying a Toyota Prius hybrid car: What to expect. |
Went out shopping for a Toyota Prius c recently, so I thought I'd check out the hybrid shopping scene for the rest of the Prius family as well. The good news is that supplies are adequate, although Prius c selection is limited. The bad news is, outside of used Prius hybrids, there isn't much room for negotiation.
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Cheap hybrid cars that cost $20,000 or less |
Just a few years ago, the idea of cheap hybrid cars seemed almost like an oxymoron. Today, there are now 3 hybrids that cost less than $20,000.
If buyers factor total cost of ownership into their next car buying decision, they'll realize that these cheap, sub-$20,000 hybrid cars make real cost-effective sense.
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Consumer Reports continues its Toyota Camry hybrid love |
When a lot of consumers think reliable, bang for the buck sedan, they think the Toyota Camry, but they should be thinking Camry hybrid.
According to Consumer Reports, the Camry hybrid is the best family sedan, amongst all vehicles, not just hybrid cars, and they aren't the only ones.
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2012 Best hybrid cars for the city today |
When it comes to city cars, some of the best are hybrid cars, but not all hybrids offer the best city driving experience.
The best hybrid cars for the city offer great city fuel economy, excellent city handling and functionality, plus much more. So check out our list for 2012's best city hybrids.
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Smart buy: Many hybrid cars are an Intellichoice |
Hybrid car sales are declining. They don't make financial sense. Hybrids are just expensive green statements.
Nonsense. According to analysis from multiple sources, such as Intellichoice, many hybrid cars make great financial sense and several are 2012 best buys.
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Chevy Volt 2.0: How would you change GM’s plug-in? |
The Chevy Volt was designed to be adaptive, especially in terms of advanced electronics. So, should GM offer more electric range, less? How would you change Chevy Volt 2.0?
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The “un-Prius-like” Toyota Prius C is sporty and fun to drive |
The new smaller and cheaper Toyota Prius have an MSRP below $19,000. So, how does the new Prius fare against the compact and subcompact competition?
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Toyota Prius C Versus non-hybrid compacts and subcompacts |
The new smaller and cheaper Toyota Prius have an MSRP below $19,000. So, how does the new Prius fare against the compact and subcompact competition?
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NS4: Maybe the Camry hybrid can outsell the Prius one day |
By the end of this decade the Prius family could outsell Toyota’s money-maker, the Camry, according to some company statements. However, the NS4 plug-in hybrid concept suggests that maybe Toyota is having second thoughts about using the Prius is its key platform for world hybrid domination.
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Horsepower and hybrids: New Volkswagen Jetta mixes it up |
Will there ever be a hybrid that outsells the Toyota Prius, or at least sells as well? If you believe long term automotive forecasts, then you have to believe that someday an automaker will challenge Prius sales.
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Ford’s new hybrids – A perfect Fusion of fuel economy and price? |
Great new looks? Check. Luxurious interior? Check. The latest and greatest technology? Check. Outstanding fuel economy? Check. Check. Cost-effective price? To be determined. That's the 2013 Fusion hybrid story.
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Toyota Prius V versus Honda CR-V: Rethinking the crossover
The Toyota Prius V isn't your traditional crossover / wagon, but that's a good thing. Sure, you give up a little interior space, but almost twice the fuel economy of crossovers like the CR-V, the Prius V is reshaping the segment
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Hybrid premium an investment for these two hybrid cars
According to the pundits, hybrid cars are a green statement, but a bad financial move. Not so according to recent analysis. In fact, the Toyota Prius and the Toyota Camry hybrid are two of the most cost-effective cars available after 5 years of ownership.
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Hybrid cars safer than conventional vehicles
Most people buy hybrid cars for better fuel economy, whether that's to save money on energy costs or whether that's to reduce CO2 emissions.
But now there's another reason to buy a hybrid. They're safer.
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2012 Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value
Sure, most of us buy hybrid cars because we are interested in great fuel economy, but a number of hybrid cars also offer great resale value. Check out the list for 2012.
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KBB picks: Honda Insight, Ford Escape hybrid and Chevy Volt
Kelly Blue Book has offered up its top hybrid and electric car picks based on cost-effectiveness using KBB's resale value projections.
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Toyota Prius: Still the greatest car on the planet
The Toyota Prius is the king of hybrid cars, at least based on sales. But, really the Prius isn't just the best hybrid car available, it's the best car available.
Factor in fuel economy, emission's reductions, cargo room, functionality, reliability and costs, and it's hard to beat the Prius.
The Prius isn't just about hybrid technology, it's about practical, common sense
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Best new hybrids and plug-ins of 2012
A new year and several new hybrid cars and plug-in vehicles. So, which are the best new hybrid and plug-in vehicles of 2012?
While there are some compelling stories, the most interesting 2012 narrative in the new hybrid and plug-in segment is oddly quite mild.
Of course, that depends on what you're looking for in 2012.
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2012 Honda Insight: Still Honda’s best hybrid
The 2012 Honda Insight hybrid is being improved with better rear visibility, increased fuel economy, and an updated interior. Thus, when it comes to Honda hybrid cars, the Insight is still best in class, at least until Honda brings the Fit hybrid to the US. (more) |
Cheaper compact hybrids coming from Honda
What's the future in the view of Honda?
Like other automakers, Honda is going to work on new engine technologies to reduce fuel economy and CO2 emissions, but Honda believes the best path to increased efficiency is via its hybrid technologies. Therefore, expect cheaper compact hybrid cars and a new hybrid drive for midsized hybrids soon.
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Did the 2012 Honda Civic hybrid catch up to the Toyota Prius?
The revamped, lithium-powered 2012 Honda Civic hybrid is clearly the best Civic hybrid ever. However, is the new Civic hybrid ready to top the king of hybrid cars, the Toyota Prius?
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Toyota Camry hybrid the best Camry available
The new Toyota Camry hybrid isn't just the most fuel efficient and cost-effective hybrid in its segment, it might just be the best Toyota Camry, Period.
If you own your car for 5+ years, then the Camry hybrid is the best Camry. Hybrid cars like the Camry truly do close the hybrid markup gap. (more) |
Time to sell your hybrid?
Used car prices, especially for used vehicles are at their highest levels in years. If you thought about selling or trading in your hybrid, now might be the time.
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40 mpg club: Does anyone really need a hybrid or plug-in?
40 mpg. That seems to be the bar the auto industry wants to judge itself by when it comes to fuel economy, and numerous new non-hybrids have been added to the 40 mpg club.
But do these cars really achieve 40 mpg in the real world?
Even more important, are these new 40 mpg vehicles better and more cost-effective purchases compared to hybrid cars?
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