What hybrid vehicle issues interest you most?
Upcoming hybrids?What hybrid car issues most interest you?
Is it the latest news on the latest hybrid cars, or the latest hybrid technologies and concepts? Is it the politics behind hybrids, such as tax credits, foreign oil dependency, gas taxes, etc?
Are you interested in hybrid performance issues, such as hybrid problems, hybrid customizations, or hypermiling?
What hybrid vehicle issues would you like to see more of on Hybridcarblog?
Labels: Hybrid Vehicles
posted by Dahcredyns at
10:17 AM
11 Comments:
# 1- Being able to purchase a compact hybrid with ac/cvt/pwr wind/cruise....which gets about 40/50 MPG for drive out price of $18K....
#2- Being able to purchase a compact hybrid with ac/cvt/pwr wind/cruise ..which gets about 40/50 MPG for drive out price of $18k...
:)
PS - the new Toyota Priuss III is really a beautiful car dang I wish I wish I could afford one!
The Honda CR-Z is the hybrid I'm waiting for. Hey, I'm almost 60 and want a small, sporty, attractive, fuel efficient car to commute to work in for my last 10 years of work. The Prius has gotten better looking and the Insight is pretty attractive too, but the CR-Z is awssome in appearance. I hope it lives up to its hype and I hope it doesn't cost an arm and a leg. If Ford came out with a car like the CR-Z, I'd consider it also. GM and Chrysler? Maybe by 2020, if they're still around, they'll have something like the CR-Z.
In terms of your writing topics, I guess, being a cynic of Detroit's blindness to reality, any news of their efforts to make cars marketable to our future would be good to read here. I don't mean the Volt hype either.
News on the politics of credits, etc. is also interesting, though I'd rather see subsidy then empty, loop-holed tax credit crap.
As US auto production continues to plummet, it would be good to get info on what fuel efficient vehicles are being built IN THE US. (ie - Mississippi Prius plant good, Mexican Fusions bad, ...)
Finally, perhaps other hybrid transportation news, like the Brammo Enertia electric motorcycle (http://www.enertiabike.com/)
yea whats fascinating is that the 'word' is around that if gains prices raise to near 3.oo in couple weeks, TOYOTA MAY consider reopening its PRIUS hybrid plant in USA!!
Cool huh ?:)
I think that would make prices even lower with dollars devaluation overseas ?
and where is HYUNDAI in all this hybrid news ??? They were suppose to be really moving but havent heard ONE peep :(
the fundamental thing about hybrids is that they shut off when not moving and that is a huge advantage in areas with air quality issues.
the question is - will hybrid technology become the defacto engine standard - even for SUVs and mini-vans and the like or will it continue to be sort of a niche product for affectionatos ?
I don't think the Volt is going anywhere... it is sooooo DETROIT... I do not think that they "get it".
If they were going to produce a funky mini-van or crossover as a plug-in.. it would have a chance to catch on if they could keep the price under 30K but the Volt as is IMHO is not going to appeal to your average affectionatos of hybrid technology.
It's more like a hybrid version of an updated Impala - eeeooouuuiii
Detroit continues to believe that "style" is what sells cars.
so that typically will believe that for a new model car to be successful that it must have "style".
I would say that most hybrid owners are not after Detroit-type style at all unless one likes the "junk" type styling that Detroit stylers seem to favor.
People don't buy Honda CRVs or Toyotas (any model) for "style".
they want a car that is reliable and cost-effective and really ...no tail fins or the modern-day equivalent...either
I have to say.. in all candor that the "look" of the Volt is a big turn-off to me (in case you haven't noticed).
that "look" tells me that, as usual, Chevy/Detroit does not have a clue as to what is going on in the mind of a potential buyer.
so .. I say.. forget the Volt and look for true innovation - combined with reliability and price point from Japan - possibly Ford...
somebody inside of GM HAS TO KNOW what a bomb the Volt is going to be if they don't redo it.
I think it is great that we are getting these articles about how great the future might be if this or that happens with this or that company with this or that technology, but it would be great to know what we can do NOW to be more fuel efficient. I think it would be great if Hybrid Cars can post articles that can teach regular drivers how to make their regular car get better gas mileage. Please inform us drivers who cannot currently afford a hybrid car how to make the most of what we have now! Thanks
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I'm looking forward to seeing hybrid "convertibles".
If hybrids are priced to compete with higher end vehicles, they should have the style to match....
Give $2500 for every hybrid thats Made in the USA Pay for it by a 25 cent gas tax
When I see Biodiesel compatible hybrids, preferably 70+ mpg, I'm in. I believe biodiesel is the best environmental and economic choice while we wait to transition to hydrogen. The issue is that government is legislating technology based on polluting dinosaur diesel that will kill biodiesel engines in the marketplace. What's the deal? Can't they get onboard with fundamental sustainablity?
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