Posted July 1st, 2009 by Janice
Porsche recently disclosed to a German newspaper that the first Cayenne Hybrid (and the one we like more, the Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid) is set to hit the dealership as early as the third quarter of 2010 with a sticker price starting at $124,500.
The specifics about the Cayenne Hybrid have not been revealed in full but some key features about the Cayenne S Hybrid variant sets the stage. The Cayenne S Hybrid is designed to perform like a vehicle with a V8 engine. Its emission level and fuel mileage will read like a four cylinder unit.
The numbers may just be similar with the other hybrids that consumers will soon lay their eyes on. The Cayenne S Hybrid though can boast of a perkier ride with a 333hp coming from a V6 DFI 3.0L Audi power plant under its hood combined with a 52hp electric engine.
The regular engine has a 324lb-ft torque while the electric component comes up with a 221 lb-ft torque. The electric engine depends on a 38kW Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack.
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Tags: 2010 hybrid cars, hybrid cars, Porsche
Posted June 24th, 2009 by Heather
Another reason to choose a hybrid vehicle is because, typically, the battery in a hybrid has quite a high capacity. The batteries are usually made out of a nickel metal hydride kind of substance. It can run the car when the need arises.
That is, of course, why they are called hybrids. A special power train technology will allow the vehicle to use two different sources of power, which makes for more fuel efficiency.
Of course, the choice to buy a hybrid — or not — is entirely yours. You should research the subject extensively on your own, and carefully way the pros and cons, the advantages and disadvantages.
You should remember, however, that there are no longer just a handful of choices when it comes to hybrid cars. That used to be the case, but it is not so any longer. Most of the most recognizable manufacturers have at least one type of hybrid vehicle — GMC, Toyota, Chevrolet, Honda, Ford, and so on.
Tags: hybrid cars, manufacturers, pros and cons
Posted June 22nd, 2009 by Heather
So, what else makes it worth it to buy a hybrid car? We all know that their engines give off far less emissions, that they tend to have better gas mileage, they do not idle as much as other cars, and they are unquestionably fuel efficient. But what else is there?
Their overall design has a lot to do with why hybrid cars are so popular as well. Specifically, they tend to be quite aerodynamic — which, yes, can benefit cars and other vehicles just as much as airplanes and things like that. In this case, the design makes for far less drag, plus typically, the tires are comprised of a very special type of rubber, which allows for less friction — in other words, you can save on tires as well!
Tags: hybrid cars, tips, why buy hybrids
Posted June 18th, 2009 by Heather
Now, don’t get me wrong. No one will ever try to say that saving the environment is not a good enough reason to buy a hybrid car. However, we as buyers and drivers have to think about ourselves as well. After all, should you buy a car in which you cannot trust? Should you buy something that is going to cost you money when it comes to maintenance and upkeep? Those are the hard hitting questions to which most buyers — buyers like you and me, with average incomes and average lives — want answers before they make the switch.
So, here are some of the many pros of hybrid cars. For instance, hybrid cars are made of very lightweight materials, which allows them, in turn, to be small and compact. It also allows for a very fuel efficient engine. So much so, in fact, that if you have to stop at a light or stop sign, the engine actually shuts down automatically — and automatically stars up again when you shift into gear.
This is due to the very things which give hybrid cars their names: an electric motor paired with a gasoline engine.
Tags: engines, Hybrids, pros
Posted June 17th, 2009 by Heather
Now, it is all well and good to say we should all be buying hybrid cars, but beyond vaguely realizing that they are good for the environment, a lot of us do not really realize why we should change up and start going hybrid. You have to admit that sometimes, it seems like a trend, if only because every manufacturer, from Lexus to Toyota, is coming up with a hybrid car now. So, while it might seem like an awful thing to say, it does sometimes leave one wondering if this is just another celebrity trend everyone seems to be following.
Of course that is not the case — but like say, it is easy to say that, which is why it is more than worth it to present some concrete evidence which proves going hybrid is a great idea.
First and foremost, of course, hybrid cars are way better for the environment — but saving the planet is not the only reason you should consider a hybrid. In the following series of post, we are going to look at some very thoughtful — and thought provoking — reasons you should make the change.
Tags: economically sound, hybrid vehicles, reasons to by a hybrid
Posted June 10th, 2009 by Heather
Ford – Ford, Ford, Ford, you are finally getting with the picture are you and getting yourself a hybrid car? Great! Personally, I am not a Ford fan and before you completely shun me … I have to say that it is because I have owned a Ford car before and all it did was break down on me! So that is my bias opinion, however, I do have to say that the newest 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid car absolutely looks like it is going to be incredible.
Not only is it one of the best hybrids on the market simply because of the way that they are testing it up to 1,000 miles, but it is definitely going to be huge. Ford, as a car company to work for is fantastic and while I know people are all on the hype about Ford – they are not the ones that are going bankrupt right now right? Right.
So when this beauty comes out, check it out! It’s a hybrid and finally, it is by Ford!
Tags: 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid, 2010 hybrid cars, cars, hybrid cars
Posted June 9th, 2009 by Heather
I have to say that when I found out that Mercury was coming out with their own hybrid car, I was just a little skeptical that it was going to happen! After all, they are pretty late in the game, however, this car is definitely promising to be awesome and I have to say that I am super excited! The car is going to be the 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid and it is absolutely going to be incredible!
The engine is going to be a 2.5 liter with a 4-cylinger and it is going to be mated with an electronically controlled and continuously variable transmission or e-CVT. This car is actually going to have all sorts of different features that a lot of the other hybrid cars do not have … for example a smaller, lighter, nickel-metal hydride battery and an enhanced electronic throttle control.
So if you are looking for a hybrid car that looks great and works fantastic – check out the 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid Car!
Tags: 2010 cars, 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid Car, cars, hybrid cars
Posted June 7th, 2009 by Heather
So let’s have a chat about Mitsubishi – they actually just announced that they are coming out with one of the latest and greatest electric cars! It is the iMiEV and it is a small and egg-shaped car, as you can see, but it goes on sale in Japan this year for about $45,660, however, it should be coming to the US very soon. This car is absolutely incredible and it does not take any gas at all, which with the rise of gas prices is awesome!
This car can drive up to 100 miles and can recharge fully in about 14 hours on 100-volts of power, so you never have to worry about how much power you are going to be using or how much distance you need to cover. While this car may look a little weird, it is definitely one of the best cars in the world and Mitsubishi is an incredible brand to have a car from.
So you want electric? You should totally import a Mitsubishi iMiEV!
Tags: electric cars, green cars, hybrid cars, iMiEV, Mitsubishi
Posted June 7th, 2009 by Heather
So I had a chance to test drive the latest and greatest car from Mercedes Benz and I have to say that the Mercedes Benz S400 Hybrid is definitely one of the best cars in the world – while it will not exactly arrive at show rooms until August of this year, this car is going to be the height of luxury and definitely going to be incredible for the environment. This car is going to be the first Mercedes Benz to run on a Lithium battery.
This incredible hybrid is going have a price tag of about $100,000 but it is absolutely going to be worth it. The driving experience alone is absolutely incredible and to be honest, this car is just competing with the other luxury hybrids like the Fisker Karma and the Lexus LS 600h L and by far, this is the cheapest of the bunch!
So check out the Mercedes Benz S400 Hybrid this August – you will absolutely love it!
Tags: cars, electric cars, hybrid cars, Mercedes Benz, Mercedes Benz S400 Hybrid
Posted May 27th, 2009 by Janice
Peugeot is not holding back with their innovations. It’s about to introduce the 3008 crossover that will become the platform under the PSA Peugeot Cirtoën Group of the HYmotion4 all-wheel drive technology application
. They’re definitely not holding back because they want to launch their hybrid crossover that’s all-wheel drive between this year and 2011.
The application they’re using or the HYmotion4 technology applies a design that’s called a ‘through-the-road’ providing an all-wheel drive that’s hybrid. Some time ago, the Paris Motor Show presented the Prologue Hybrid4 concept car. It had a two-liter HDi FAP engine, a 120 kW power, and torque with a maximum level of 300 Nm (front) and 200 Nm (rear).
The latest unit can either be electric or diesel. These two don’t have mechanical connections at all. This means that you can use the car with electricity and not able to use the diesel function. This makes it a better alternative since users have the liberty to choose what to use for the called situation. If you need to travel farther and the energy won’t sustain, use diesel engine.
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Tags: Citroën, Diesel, HYmotion4, Peugeot, Peugeot 3008
