Cars Technic Blog

To Plug, or
not To Plug? That will be the question in late 2010. The biggest
advantage of today’s gas/electric hybrids is that they don’t need to be
plugged in to a power source in order to recharge their batteries. So
what’s with all the static about automakers introducing plug-in hybrids
such as the Chevrolet Volt, or the .
A 42-mpg Toyota Prius Touring model was tested with a plug-in
conversion and its gas mileage increased to 67 mpg overall, during the
first 35 miles of test driving, after the battery depleted its charge.
A , the plug-in Prius does show that this
technology will produce huge gains in fuel-economy. And we drivers are
more than happy to be headed in this direction for the future of hybrid
vehicles.

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How to save gas? A very good question that has numerous (and obvious) answers. Not only it is possible for a driver to significantly reduce gas expenditures, it is also possible to exploit every drop of precious gasoline?so long as one is armed with the knowledge of how to do so.

For the everyday car user, being wise and frugal when it comes to gasoline consumption is a responsibility that would not only save cash, but also help conserve energy. And so, here are some tips on how to save on gasoline.

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The pros and cons of the Lexus RX 400h

The Lexus RX 400h was introduced in 2006 as the world’s first hybrid-powered luxury crossover SUV. It is a fuel efficient, environmentally conscious version of its popular counterpart, the Lexus RX 350. It has the same sleek style that you would expect from Lexus, but is a gasoline/electric powered hybrid crossover SUV. While gas prices continue to rise, the hybrid-powered Lexus RX 400h boasts excellent fuel economy, increased horsepower, and fewer emissions. Buying a hybrid vehicle has tax benefits as well, and may qualify you for up to $3,000 in tax credits.

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The pros and cons of the GMC Yukon Hybrid

The 2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid has been described as “impressive?, “stunning? and “magnificent? by both reviewers and owners. They’re not talking about the Yukon Hybrid’s performance, amenities or looks, although all are average or above. They’re talking, instead, about the fuel economy figures they see with this hefty hybrid. Both of GM’s 2009 full-size SUV hybrid models, Yukon and Tahoe, feature the innovative, 2-mode hybrid system, introduced in 2008. Combined with GM’s active fuel management technology and a unique late-intake valve opening system, the computer-modulated 2-mode electronic variable transmission (EVT) technology translates into real savings at the pump. Since its ?08 debut, the GMC Yukon Hybrid has boosted gas mileage nearly 30% compared with non-hybrid Yukon models. EPA estimates of 21 mpg/city and 22 mpg/hwy for the 2WD Yukon Hybrid and 20/20 for the 4WD model are, indeed, impressive.

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The pros and cons of the Ford Escape Hybrid

First released in 1994, the Ford Escape hybrid is a gas-electric alternative to Ford Motor Company’s original SUV. It is the first automobile to unite the full capacity of a sport utility vehicle with the great benefits of a hybrid, which include excellent fuel economy and low environmental effects. It is similar in body and features to the earlier Escape, but is distinguished by its “Hybrid? symbol located in the rear. The vehicle’s most appealing feature is its fuel economy.

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The pros and cons of the Lexus GS 450h

In today’s fuel economy driven car market, manufacturers are increasingly offering hybrid designs and pushing the boundaries of the technology to deliver better gas mileage. Lexus is well on their way to leading the pack with the Lexus GS 450h, which ranked #3 out of 12 in the Large Luxury Car class in a recent U.S. News ranking. It has won numerous awards for fuel cost, retained value. The Washington Post even called it “a happy mixture of better and best.”

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Embracing new technologies can be difficult for ‘old dogs’, but when it comes to improving our environment every advance is important and worthy of scrutiny.

It might be hard for some to imagine it, but back in the 1970s, the big west coast cities of San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego had very poor air quality. In fact it was so bad that it was compromising the health of residents, especially children. Respirator diseases, particularly asthma was on the increase

The government of California recognized that the main contributor to pollution in its cities was motor vehicle exhaust emissions. They had constructed spaghetti-like freeways to manage the huge volume of traffic caused by commuters travelling to and from major centers. Cheap gas was available and the car-pooling trend had not yet taken hold.

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Everyone is feeling the pain at the gas pump, and it can be difficult for many people to fill up their tank with gas prices so high. More than every before people are beginning to ask how to get better gas mileage, and thankfully, there are some things that can be done to increase the mileage that you get out of your gas.

How can I achieve better gas mileage? With the price of gas well over $4 these days, this is a question that is on most peoples mind today. Everyone is feeling the price pain at the gas pump, and it can be difficult for many people to fill up their tank with gas prices so high. More than ever before people are beginning to ask how to get better gas mileage, and thankfully, there are some things that can be done to enhance the mileage that you get out of your gas.

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Gas prices have been skyrocketing. Many people are concerned about the higher gas prices and are looking for ways to get better gas economy. Get better gas mileage with these tips.

Over The Pas several months, fuel prices have peaked to record highs across North America. This can real put a strain on your budget, and many people are looking for ways to make their gas count. Now is a great time to start looking into ways so you can get better gas mileage and start saving money. So, here are some great tips that will help you get better gas mileage and save some money so the price at the gas pump won’t hurt you quite so much.

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What is smart gas mileage? Find information on good mileage ratings, improving gas mileage factors, increasing fuel economy advice, better fuel mileage ratings and more

It is generally thought that in order to get more gas mileage one has to buy a car which is more fuel efficient. This is not the only consideration for getting more mileage. It is also a fact that the driving technique and the behavior of the driver also goes hand in hand with the fuel efficiency of a car. There are latest technologies which offer higher mileage but one can also achieve the same in old technology cars with the help of rectifying the driving errors. One should drive at a constant speed, should use gears and cruise control in the right fashion , be cautious with the running of car air-conditioning and keep the car well maintained.

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