Chevy Volt in China!

Rocky Mount Ford Dealer is a long way from China, but that is where the new release of the highly anticipated Chevy Volt is taking place.  General Motors is releasing the Chevy Volt primarily in the United States, and a few global markets have been selected to receive the fuel efficient vehicle as well.  China is a large segment of the auto market, and they need high fuel efficiency vehicles just like any other urban region.  Chattanooga Nissan Dealers also sell a wide variety of fuel efficient vehicles, like the popular Nissan Sentra. 

Similar to the American government, China has agreed to help subsidize the initial high costs of ownership to increase popularity of the electric car market in their country.  They plan on investing about $14.7 billion over the next ten years.  As of right now, the price of the Chevy Volt in China has not been released yet.  You can find the prices of vehicles by going to Fort Worth Dodge Chrysler Dealers or visiting dealership websites.  Currently, there are great deals on outgoing 2010 inventory, but the Volt is an all new model.  At the World Expo 2010 held in Shanghai this year, General Motors brought two of the electric vehicles to be part of the fleet used to transport the VIP in attendance. 

In the United States, the 2011 Chevrolet Volt will cost you a minimum of $40,280.  China hopes to keep the price of the Volt competitive in their market to increase sales and popularity.  Some things about the Volt that consumers and auto experts hope to see quick improvement on, especially when you consider the price, are: overall size, the fact that there are only four seat belts when several small cars have five, and the backseat being rather uncomfortable and unaccommodating.  Besides that, being able to drive 300 miles on a single charge is quite impressive.

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Smart ForTwo Sales are Down!

When you think of a green automobile, chances are you think of a small Toyota rather than a vehicle from Dodge Jeep Dealer Connecticut.  One of the original icon green cars to be released stateside is having problems keeping up its annual sales; the Smart For Two is continually having decreasing sales.  The main reason sales are down is that there are so many hybrids on the market and people typically need more than two seats.  Think of the little sports car from Birmingham Nissan Dealers; we would be willing to bet that the sales of the less versatile vehicle don't compare to their popular Altima model. 

So what exactly are the numbers for the Smart For Two sales in the United States?  Well, they don't compare to the success of the sporty engine line up at Sarasota Mazda Dealer!  In 2008, there were 25,000 units of the small car sold in the United States, and it is expected that sales for 2010 will only be about one third of that!  On the global market, there were 114,000 sold in 2009 but it is only anticipated that 100,000 or so will sell this year!  As the popularity and variety of small efficient cars increases, the limited variety that Smart offers its consumers is hurting its sales.  There has been no innovation recently and the car is still only offered as a coupe or cabrio model. 

Summer sales have not done well stateside either.  Compared to July 2009, sales are down by 60.5%, or 560 units.  Looking at global sales for July, there is only a decrease of 20%, meaning that the bulk of the failing sales are coming from the United States.  Daimler has announced that a newly redesigned Smart For Two will be released during the third quarter, and that that is anticipated to increase sales.  If not, though, there is already talk of reviving the Smart For Four.  The car went out of production in 2006, but if sales don't pick up, we will see them on the market again in 2013. 

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Chevy Orlando: Microvan European Style!

Even though the exact numbers for fuel efficiency haven't been released yet, it is too great of news that the Chevy Orlando concept car is actually in production and will be available in European markets in early 2011.  While there are spy cameras leaking pictures of the new microvan, a few details have been released.  First off, the car is only slightly longer than the Chevy Cruze by about three inches, but still much smaller than the Chevy Silverado.  Secondly, the car will likely not be available at San Diego Toyota or any other U.S. dealership as the car is set to be sold in Europe, Asia, and Canada.  Maybe some Americans that live in the northern United States will sneak a peek at some of the ones that Canadians have purchased and occasionally drive down to the states. 

The line up at Alberta Mazda Dealers offer some great choices, and even the Mazda5 resembles the Chevy Orlando.  We first saw this concept car in the making back in 2008 at the Paris Auto Show.  There are some rumors that we will see this car in the United States, but that is only likely if gas prices go back above $4 per gallon.  Right now, the Equinox and Traverse are meeting the needs of the minivan market in America and also giving drivers the fuel efficiency they crave.  There will be two models of the Orlando available: the 1.8 liter four cylinder regular gas engine with 141 horsepower or the diesel 2.0 liter engine with 131 or 163 horsepower. 

The Orlando offers a long list of unique features that will make drivers love driving this car.  There is the ability to seat seven passengers in three rows of seating, and the second and third rows are elevated in theater style so everyone can see clearly out the front window.  Chevrolet even made a special holder for your MP3 player that will charge it while you are listening to it.  All trim levels come standard with air conditioning and electronic stability control.

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Honda Fit Hybrid Review;

The Honda Fit which will be released soon is Honda's latest subcompact hybrid vehicle. This model may not be available in the United States, although there is no official word one way or another. Chevrolet models can be purchased from New Orleans Chevrolet Dealers throughout the country that are fuel efficient, and the Chevy Volt extended range electric vehicle will also be available at Chevy dealerships soon. Many automakers are looking to release hybrid vehicles, and Europe is experimenting with putting diesel engines on small vehicles to improve fuel efficiency. Port Charlotte Used Cars dealers also sell several vehicle models that are fuel efficient and well built.

The Ford Fusion hybrid is one of the first popular American hybrid models, and this vehicle can be found at Memphis Ford Dealers. The Honda Fit will definitely be released in Europe. The model will feature 87 hp with a 1.3 liter gasoline engine combined with an electric engine, and it will feature the latest hybrid engine technology from Honda. Honda is adding hybrid engines more to its smaller vehicle models for the optimal fuel efficiency. Other competitors put hybrid engines in larger vehicles in order to greatly increase their fuel efficiency. Toyota is another automaker that has a small vehicle, the Prius, that gets excellent fuel economy.

The Fit Hybrid will debut at the 2010 Paris Auto Show and it will have similarities to the Honda Insight Hybrid especially its hybrid drive system. Performance figures were expected to be anywhere from 60 to 65 mpg for the vehicle's fuel economy with CO2 emissions being around 100g/km. The efficiency for this model would be greater than many other hybrid models, and it would force rivals to improve their own hybrid technology. The current Honda Fit non-hybrid vehicle starts at $14,900, and the hybrid system will be expected to add an additional $2,000 to $2,500 to the price of the model.

American Hybrids.

If you are in the market for a green car but are too eager to wait for the new electric vehicles to hit the market, see if you can find one at Used Cars Sarasota.  There are lots of hybrid models available that have excellent fuel efficiency.  Buyers that prefer something newer can go to their local VW Dealer.  If you don't see a hybrid model there that you like, remember that the diesel engine options they offer have low emissions as the diesel burns clean.  Plus, they typically have the Volkswagen turbocharged engine, which is sporty and fun to drive! 

The popular hybrid may still be the Prius from Toyota Los Angeles, but American auto makers are stepping up their hybrid game.  While Ford may have offered other hybrid models in past years, currently there are hybrid versions of the Ford Fusion and the Ford Escape.  With a starting price of only $28,100, the Fusion Hybrid offers drivers great fuel economy in an attractive vehicles.  The Ford Escape starts out at $29,865 and is still SUV capable.  Lincoln is offering the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid at the same price as the regular gasoline engine model.  So for only $34,330 drivers will have luxury and 41 mpg city!  Mercury offers their Milan and Mariner in hybrid versions as well as regular engine options.  That is impressive for a company with only four vehicles in their entire line up!

General Motors offers a wide array of hybrid options to choose from.  There is the Cadillac Escalade, but the starting price of $73,425 makes this hard for many people to afford.  The Chevy Tahoe Hybrid is a bit more affordable, with a starting price of $50,720.  GM is proud to have the two hybrid full size truck models in their inventory.  The GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado are both available in a hybrid form, while their full size truck cousins from other companies have yet to follow suit.  GMC has their full size SUV in hybrid form; the Yukon and Yukon Denali both have hybrid counterparts.  Keep in mind when you are looking at the larger hybrid vehicles that the fuel mileage won't be drastically improved like you see with the smaller cars.

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World's First Diesel Hybrid SUV!

The world's first diesel hybrid SUV has been revealed. The Peugeot 3008 Hybrid4 is the latest new vehicle design for SUV models. The model is sold by the French automaker Peugeot and it is now being shown at auto shows throughout the country. Sarasota Used Cars also sells several hybrid and fuel efficient vehicle models. The latest vehicle design has optimal fuel efficiencies and an excellent build quality. The Chevy Volt is another new hybrid model that is coming out and it will be found at dealerships such as Orlando Chevrolet Dealers.

The SUV will not be sold in the United States, but it might be an initiative for a trend of diesel automobiles to enter U.S. markets where they have not been very popular. Wichita Chevrolet Dealers will be selling the Chevy Volt, and they currently sell other great fuel efficient models that Chevrolet has released over the years.

The crossover vehicle will be capable of 68 mpg which is one of the highest fuel efficiencies out of all the vehicles in the world. The all wheel drive vehicle only emits 99 grams per kilometer of CO2. This vehicle is a 163 horsepower 2.0 liter turbodiesel engine with a manual transmission that is electronically controlled. The engine switches off every time the vehicle is stopped as many other hybrids do.

Diesel hybrids have not been as popular as gasoline hybrids because they develop their higher torques at lower engine speeds. Also, diesel engines are more efficient than gasoline engines already, and it is more difficult to improve efficiency with diesel models than with gasoline models. Diesel engines convert 35 percent of their energy to torque, whereas gasoline engines convert only 25 percent of their energy to torque. As a result, the designers of diesel hybrids have a long way to go to improve the models, but the French automaker of Peugeot did.

Nissan's new Leaf?

Before you buy any where make sure you check out all of the amazing deals and great prices on a great line up of modern luxury vehicles at Arizona Volkswagen. Also make sure you check out all of the amazing deals and great prices on a great line up of vehicles at Buick GMC Birmingham. Nissan is turning over a new leaf, but this time it is going electric. The Nissan's leaf is a electric car with a 100 miles distance, and a short time span to charge the battery so you can be back on the road in no time. Keep in mind to check out all of the great deals and amazing prices at Cincinnati Chevy.

The leaf is not a compact car. In fact it seats a small family with enough room for all of them to sit comfortably, and no one has to squeeze in. The Nissan Leaf is a great car, and it releases zero emissions. Unlike other cars in it's class the Nissan leaf has stream line looks inside and out. Everything about this vehicle is main stream except for the way it gives off zero emission and a lot of power to go with it.

This car offers you power with out the gas mileage, and it also offers you a spark all it's own. The Nissan Leaf is perfect for any generation, because it offers you anything you could think of for a vehicle of it's class. Even the interior of this Nissan is one of a kind.

Over all you can not go wrong with this vehicle. It gives you the best of both worlds, and then a little extra. The Nissan Leaf is in a class all it's own, and from the looks of things it is not going to be going any where for a long time. The Leaf is taking the lead in today's go green challenge.

Hand Crank Hybrid!

Did you know that there is a hybrid model of the Chevy Silverado Bradenton available for purchase now?  It is the third most fuel efficient truck on the market today, or the most fuel efficient full size truck.  American engineers are coming up with great things on a daily basis.  There is a man by the name of Charles Samuel Greenwood and he has developed a car that is powered by electricity and human power.  While you won't find this car at your local Honda Pittsburgh dealership, the entrepreneur is taking $50 deposits and he will make you one of these nifty little inventions for a low price tag of $15,500.  This zero emissions vehicle is completely street legal, but its speeds are limited, as one might guess seeing that the car is powered by a hand crank!

While we aren't sure how practical this idea is or if it will even catch on in our American society today, but the fact that someone has created something so ingenious is worth reporting on.  Regular, everyday consumers can still buy a great hybrid or clean burning diesel engine vehicle from your local VW Dealer.  Or, you can be patient and get yourself what Greenwood is calling the HumanCar Imagine PS.  His hopes is that this car will be available for purchase towards the end of 2011. 

So what was Greenwood's inspiration for creating something you might see in a Flintstone's movie?  It came many years ago when he was a young engineer in his first laboratory job in what we now regard as Silicon Valley.  Greenwood saw how overweight people were becoming and how much time they spent in their cars for their daily commute.  Not to mention that it is a commute that is continually increasing in time!  So, he put his thinking cap on and created a vehicle that requires human power to power the car!  At the same time you are helping improve the environment by reducing your carbon foot print, you are also improving your health. 

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Cars With Over 40 MPG;

For big savings at the fuel pump, you should check out the vehicles that get over 40 mpg and can be found at North Carolina Used Cars dealerships. Many vehicles both used and new have great fuel efficiency, and vehicles like hybrids have some of the top fuel efficiencies out on the market. The Chevy Volt for instance will be a combination of electric and gasoline power and the model will be available at Peoria Chevrolet Dealers, although it is not a traditional hybrid like the Toyota Prius.

Hyundai and other automakers that have not offered very many hybrid vehicle models will likely begin to offer more as the market becomes more competitive, and Hyundai's most fuel efficient models can be purchased at Boston Hyundai Dealers. Although there are many benefits to purchasing a hybrid vehicle model, many Americans and others have turned to buying subcompact vehicles in order to save money at the gas pump.

The Toyota Prius is a hybrid vehicle that is more expensive than most subcompacts, but it cannot be beat in terms of fuel economy. The Prius gets 45 mpg in the city and 48 mpg on the highway and works by combining an electric engine with a gasoline engine and a large battery. The Prius is also one of the most reliable vehicles on the market that is built with Toyota's excellent manufacturing process.

The Honda Civic hybrid gets 40 mpg in the city and 45 mpg on the highway which makes it another top competitor. The Honda Civic is not as fuel efficient as the Prius but it is certainly up there. The Civic is not as expensive as the Prius and it also features excellent reliability and popularity. It also has a hybrid engine that combines both gasoline and electric power similar to the Prius.

Revealing the Kia Pop.

You can find some great vehicles at Sarasota Used Cars, but there is no way you will see this futuristic little thing from Kia there!  Recently, Kia released photos of their concept car, the Kia Pop.  It will make its grand debut to the auto industry at the Paris auto show next month.  The folks at Peoria VW Dealer know how important and popular the small and electric car market is becoming, and the sales of their hybrid or diesel engine models do consistently well.  As small cars like the Nissan Versa from Nissan Sacramento or the Toyota Yaris gain popularity in America, we will see continued innovation from auto makers. 

Coming in right at 3,000 millimeters long, which is 3 meters or roughly 9.8 feet, it is the exact same length as the Toyota iQ which can carry four people.  The popular Smart For Two is a little shorter, but not by much, just a little under 1 foot, or 300 millimeters.  The Kia Pop has the ability to carry three passengers.  There is a seat for the driver, a seat for the front seat passenger, and then one seat in the back positioned behind the passenger.  This differs slightly from the Toyota iQ, which has the ability to seat four.  Well, they call it the ability to seat 3+1, meaning that you can comfortably fit three adults and then a child or piece of luggage possibly in the fourth seat. 

The Kia Pop will be completely electric and produce absolutely zero emissions.  They will not release further details about the car until September 30th at the auto show, but we predict you will see some of the same features as the Toyota iQ, which is the exact same length.  Toyota was able to make such a small car by using a flat fuel tank that is positioned under the seats.  Also, because the space is smaller they can install a smaller air conditioner and heater to do the same job.

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GM to Bring Back Mild Hybrids?

GM might be bringing back mild hybrid vehicles after the company previously launched just one model with the technology. GM's Saturn brand which was discontinued had one mild hybrid model, and previous year GM vehicles can be browsed at a Bradenton Used Cars dealership. The Saturn model was capable of an increased fuel efficient of 15 percent. You might also consider checking out different VW Specials for deals on the latest or past VW models as well.

Suzuki Rochester also sells vehicle models which are fuel efficient like the Swift. GM has decided to reintroduce vehicles that may feature mild
hybrid technology and there may be vehicles released next year that have this technology. Mild hybrids are vehicles that are not powered by electric engines, but they start and restop the engine with batteries in order to save on gas costs. The electric motor also provides a boost during acceleration, but the difference is that mild hybrids can not be propelled on electricity alone.

GM may also end up making their own electric motors for their new mild hybrid vehicles rather than purchasing them from a supplier. The first GM electric motors will be produced at the company's White Marsh powertrain plant in Baltimore Maryland. A GM executive said that it is important for GM to understand hybrid and electric vehicle technology in order to be able to properly integrate this technology in its latest models.

With greater understanding of electric motors the company will be able to create better and more powerful electric vehicles that are more competitive with automakers like Toyota and Honda who have had more experience with electric vehicle production. Still, GM is ahead of the curve since the company has already made plans to introduce an extended range electric vehicle by the end of 2010 and there are other plans for mild hybrids or other electric vehicles to be released in 2011 and 2012.

Ford's new production

Before you buy any where make sure you check out all of the amazing deals and prices at Arizona VW along with their amazing line up of modern luxury vehicles. Also make sure you check out all of the amazing deals and prices on a great line up of vehicles at Ohio Ford Service. Ford is going green in the best way. After years of pushing their vehicles to go green along with there dealerships Ford Motors is now pushing for their production to go green. Ford has once again taken the lead in the go green race with this newest step possible. Also make sure you check out all of the amazing deals and prices at GMC Oklahoma City.

Ford Motor Company is refitting one of their factories to go and be green. They are refitting it with solar power panels to run the lights, and wind mills to run the production line. Ford is one of the first automotive motor companies to go green in production, but thanks to the rate of competition they wont be the last.

Ford motors is one of the first to go green in production, but they are taking it a step further with transportation. Along with the other factory refits Ford is putting in 10 charging stations for the vehicles that will be delivering the materials. Ford is making sure that everything about this factory is going to be green from the transportation to the cars rolling of the line.

Ford is using the refitted factor to produce their hybrid vehicle line up. By doing this Ford is pushing the go green challenge ahead in every standard I can think of.

Over all Ford Motors is remaking and rebuilding everything they are to stay on top of the game, and provide you with everything you could ever want or need out of a vehicle.

Green Technologies.

Drivers who are trying to be more green can take advantage of current Ford Incentives going on and pick up a new Hybrid Fusion or Hybrid Escape if you need more room and off road capability.  Both get you fantastic gas mileage and have fewer emissions!  Of course the line up at your local AZ Volkswagen Dealer has some great fuel savers to offer and they have won more than few safety awards this year.  But other companies besides auto makers are doing their part to make the overall driving experience more green for all drivers, sometimes without them even realizing it!  So next time you drive your new Nissan Philadelphia vehicle, look around you and see if you can spot some of the following technologies in action!  As more and more people jump on the green band wagon, it will be interesting to see how our future unfolds.

A company located in Burtonsville, MD called New Energy Technologies is hoping to create systems that will harvest energy as vehicles are slowing down.  The systems are currently being tested at a fast-food drive thru and a hotel on the east coast, but if these speed bump like pads were at locations like stop lights and toll booths, they would help slow cars down, saving the drivers brake pads, and producing energy at the same time!  Sounds like a win-win situation for everybody. 

There is a grocery store chain in the United Kingdom that has installed specialized plates in their parking lots so that as cars are driving over them, kinetic energy is produced and stored.  The amounts are not incredibly high, but at the end of the day, this system supplies enough power to supply the check out counters!  Critics suggest that really these plates are making cars work harder to produce the energy, so it isn't the best option.  Let's just call it a work in progress! 

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Tesla Sales Decrease with New EPA Rules;

Tesla's sales have been up and down throughout the year and now the company is facing a drop in 2010 sales as opposed to its 2009 sales of its Roadster model, the only vehicle which is being offered by Tesla at the moment. Chevrolet and other automakers will be offering electric or hybrid vehicle models to compete with Tesla once Tesla starts distributing more vehicle models, and Chevy's latest hybrids can be purchased at a discount from a Greenville Chevy Sale.

VW Peoria will sell the new Volkswagen Jetta hybrid which will be released in 2011 and feature the latest in hybrid technology. Other automakers like Mazda and Nissan have joined the electric vehicle production mix later on than competitors but are now looking to release several new hybrid or electric models in upcoming years. Mazda's current fuel efficient models can be purchased from a Mazda Fayetteville dealership.

Tesla's sales have decreased over news that new rules could require Tesla and other automakers to decrease their advertised mileage estimates. Tesla had delivered 1,200 as of June 30, 2010 for the 2010 year but it only had 130 orders to fill which was down from 2009. Sales have decreased for 2010 which may be a result of the recession or other economic factors.

Although Tesla is by no means dependent on its Roadster sales in order for the company to have financing, it is interesting that the Roadster has decreased in sales numbers for 2010. Perhaps in the 3rd and 4th quarter of 2010 sales may increase for the company.

Tesla does not anticipate being profitable until 2012 when its Model S sedan will be released, however the new EPA estimates may pose a challenge for Tesla and may require it to shift its marketing and advertising techniques. Tesla is owned by Elon Musk, a serial entrepreneur and is a publicly traded company.

Mazda2's Fuel Efficiency!

When you think of a green car, you should think of something small driving down the crowded streets of Europe.  That school of thought is making its way to the United States, and with the release of the Mazda2 hatchback, smaller cars really are becoming the future.  Think of the entire Volkswagen line up; unless you have kids, you probably wanted their sporty Golf rather than the Passat.  And Reading Kia needs to jump on the hybrid bandwagon already once they are done selling their Soul to the younger crowds.  And as far as the line up at NC Jeep Dealer, well, we aren't holding our breath anytime soon for off road capable vehicles to meet green criteria.  Nonetheless, there are enough eco-conscious brands out there that make a wide array of fuel efficient and alternative vehicles; Ford, Toyota, and Honda quickly come to mind.  This sporty four cylinder, brand new model, from Mazda may not have roaring amounts of horsepower or a turbocharged engine, but when you are getting 28 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway, you probably weren't buying this car with the hopes of winning races!

The 2011 Mazda2 has a 1.5 liter four cylinder engine that only gives you 100 horsepower.  Remember though, this little car only weighs 2,300 pounds, and the tight responsive handling still make you feel like you are driving a sporty car that lives up to the "zoom zoom" motto.  It is suggested you go with the manual transmission as the automatic four speed tranny is a little rough under high acceleration.

Immediate competition includes the Toyota Yaris, which boasts a smaller price tag and slightly better fuel economy.  The 2011 Ford Fiesta has been highly anticipated after its success in Europe.  Plus, Nissan has two models in this class, the Versa and the Cube.  Tall people will fit comfortably in the front seat, but the back seat is small, cramped, and uncomfortable.  Plus, there is less cargo room than lots of the competition.  You only have 13.3 cubic feet of storage and the 60/40 seats don't even fold all the way flat, which is pretty much standard nowadays.  With the seats folded down, you get 27.8 cubic feet of cargo room, but to put that in perspective, with the back seats of the Honda Fit folded flat, you get an impressive 57.3 cubic feet of room.

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Hybrid Sales Down 33%

The folks at Washington DC Lexus should be happy with the recent news of their hybrid sales for July 2010 compared to last year's sales.  Lexus and Toyota combined represented 73.9% of the total hybrid sales in the United States.  This is great news, but the fact that hybrid sales only accounted for 2.27% of the entire sales and fell 33% compared to last year is not so great news.  While the economy is doing better and there was a 5% increase in vehicle sales compared to last year, Americans should be being more eco-conscious and paying a bit more for the hybrid models.  You already don't see many hybrid models at Cincinnati Used Car Auctions because their owners end up loving them so much they don't get traded in often, unless someone needs a different size for some reason.  Of course, Arizona VW Dealers are sitting pretty this month, as their total sales increased by 27% compared to last year's sales.  While it didn't itemize out their hybrid sales, VW does sell many hybrid or clean burning diesel engine vehicles. 

Other vehicles that did well include Honda and some of their hybrid models.  The Honda Civic Hybrid sold 617 cars and the brand new model Honda Insight sold an impressive 1,858 units!  Ford's hybrid line up did pretty well in total sales.  Ford and Mercury combined sold 2,986 hybrids for July 2010.  The Fusion sold 1,586 and the Escape sold 1,260!  People like the trusted reputation and quality you get from Ford products anymore.  The more costly Mercury Milan sold 90 units and the Mercury Mariner sold 100 units.  Toyota, as mentioned before, had the biggest piece of the hybrid pie this last month.  14,102 Prius models were sold and the Camry Hybrid sold 1,276.  Even the large Highlander Hybrid managed to move 575 units off the lots.  The new Lexus hybrid models are selling better than expected, with the RX450h selling 1,356 models! 

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Ford's Fuel Efficient Trucks

VW Arizona Dealers may feel a bit of sales competition from Ford, but not from their cute little cars like you would expect.  Ford has recently announced that they are putting four new engines in their F-150 full size pick up trucks, and that will result in increased fuel economy around 20%!  Pittsburgh Used Cars might have a harder time selling their truck inventory, especially when consumers know they can go get a full size brand new truck from Ford that will give them the best fuel economy in the class.  But if after reading this you still don't want a truck, then at least go see St. Petersburg Mazda Dealer for some of their sporty models. 

Ford is going to put six speed automatic transmissions on their entire F-150 line up!  That higher speed will give all the trucks better fuel economy when traveling at higher speeds, say on the highway.  That should make green consumers happy.  Plus, the trucks are all going to come with SelectShift, which allows drivers to switch to something similar to manual mode.  This will be especially helpful when towing so that drivers will have the option to manually switch between high and low gears so that they get the best power and fuel efficiency combination.  Ford continues to set standards; they are the only truck company so far to offer six speed transmissions as a standard feature.

Ford will be offering a 5.0 liter V8, giving drivers 360 horsepower and 380 pound feet of torque, plus the ability to tow 9,800 pounds!  The other V8 engine will be a 6.2 liter with 411 horsepower and 434 pound feet of torque and the capability of towing 11,300 pounds.  Both of these will be class leaders in fuel economy when compared to comparable engines in other truck brands.

The real fuel efficient truck to watch for is the 3.5 liter V6 with EcoBoost.  While the horsepower and torque specifications haven't been established yet, this truck will get the best fuel economy in the entire F-150 line up.  It will be available in early 2011.

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Bright Automotive Hires Former Tesla Executive

Bright Automotive is a manufacturer of electric vehicles and it has now hired former Chrysler and Tesla executive Mike Donoughe as its chief operating officer. Arizona VW Dealers will offer a new hybrid Volkswagen Jetta in the next year, and Bright Automotive is working with mainstream automakers to produce hybrid and electric vehicle models. Hartford Honda also sells the Honda Insight hybrid which is one of the more popular hybrid offerings on the market.

Bright Automotive is producing a hybrid vehicle model that will be made in conjunction with GM and perhaps other automakers. GM is working with Bright Automotive to produce a new plug-in hybrid model. Check out Ford Specials on the Ford Fusion Hybrid and other Ford hybrids have been produced by Ford exclusively and have been excellent models.

GM is investing over $5 million into Bright Automotive and providing the company with technology to develop its hybrid plug-in model. The company is based out of Anderson, Indiana. Reuben Munger, CEO of Bright Automotive said that “Mike is a perfect fit for Bright because he understands the rigor required to bring a successful, high-volume truck to market. And having served in a leadership role at Telsa, he knows how to lead in a young, advanced technology-focused enterprise."

Bright Automotive will be looking to use the experience and leadership skills of Donoughe to help it produce new vehicle models over the next few years that will feature the latest in electric and hybrid technology. Electric vehicle manufacturers are going to be one of the most important types of technology companies in the future as these companies will allow American automakers to continue to be competitive.

Companies like Tesla Motors and Bright Automotive work with mainstream automakers to provide them with the latest electric vehicle technology, and it is these types of joint venture projects that will help the American economy bounce back.

Going Green Even To The Production?

Everyday, there are reports from every automaker stating what they are doing with their steps forward and "going green". Some automakers have made it their passion and taken it a step farther. They are now building cars on a "zero landfill factory". We can question this to some degree and determine what does any of that mean? Does it benefit the dealers, like Cincinnati Ford Dealers? Does the factory pass on savings to the dealer or is this just a way to save production cost? Even having green vehicles, Peoria Vw doesn't constitute as a "zero landfill factory".

So, you ask, what constitutes as a "zero landfill factory"? The Subaru's Indiana Automotive Plant (Sia) is one of them that started the "green thing to do" and has no waste. It's truly phenomenal that a plant can be this cautious. Now, everyone knows that if you do not have people to assist in this vast sea, it will not become what it could. Subaru does not have to worry in this field, all their workers pitch in and do the right thing. 99% of the waste is recycled and the other 1% is turned into electricity. Sia has even a paint solvent recovery system, where the paint breaks down to the base elements and reused and reused. The big plastic pieces that holds the engines and brass lug nuts that are used temporarily, are sent back to the origin place to be reused. There are an abundant amount of recycling barrels that say paper, plastic or metal, to help their employees do the right thing. Last year they recycled 15 tons of their soda cans and nothing escapes the possibility of being recycled. Even the food from the cafeteria goes to another plant that uses the waste to produce electricity.

Subaru has not kept this all to themselves. They have assisted other manufacturers to use ideas to make their unit more efficient. Even Energy Star Reflective Roofing, it reduces surface temperatures thus using less air conditioning to keep the building cool. From Rolls Royce to Honda, Ford Rouge Plant to Toyota, all these manufacturers have taken steps to reduce waste and maintain costs.

Volt Continues to Receive Republican Criticism;

The Chevy Volt which will debut later in 2010 has received quite a bit of criticism from Republican pundits like Rush Limbaugh and Glenn Beck. They have left other automakers like Volkswagen along for now, whose models can be found at a local VW Dealer. There have been a string of editorials in newspapers like the Chicago Tribune and Tucson citizen after Rush Limbaugh made some negative comments about Chevy's latest plug-in hybrid vehicle. There were no complaints about the Ford F-150 which can be found at a F-150 Inventory, but the Chevy Volt has received criticism for being overpriced and having a limited electric range.

Many automakers like Acura and Volkswagen are looking to also introduce their own new hybrid or electric vehicle models. Some of the latest fuel efficient Acura models can be purchased from a Trenton Acura dealership. The Volt has received most of its criticism for its starting price of $41,000. However with government tax incentives, the price drops down to $33,500 which is more reasonable for the new electric vehicle.

Some have called it a "plaything for the rich" but the vehicle after incentives is not nearly as high priced as many of the luxury vehicle offerings on the market at the moment. If some of these bloggers really want to go after vehicle manufacturers for offering high priced vehicles, they should consider criticizing Mercedes-Benz or other luxury vehicle makers who start off some of their mid-range vehicles at $50,000. The Volt does offer much for its price, particularly several included technology features and a dual electric and gasoline engine with a 340 mile range.

Still, if the Volt is half as good as what some analysts expect it to be, it will be worth the high price. With a large range and a little extra room over the Prius, the Volt will appeal to many different buyers.

Honda's Insight to the Green Market

Consumers are probably, at this point, equally tired of hearing about the Chevy Volt as they are anticipating its arrival at Cincinnati Chevy.  When it comes to the green auto industry news, we have heard every small step that the Volt has taken along the way.  While the Volt is exciting because of its electrical components, it is hard to ignore the tried and true green efforts, like hybrid and diesel engine options we can see at Peoria VW.  Even some of the newer model cars at Honda New Orleans are using alternative forms of fuel, like the 2010 Civic GX NGV, which runs off of compressed natural gas.

Brand new in the 2010 Honda line up was the Insight, a five passenger sedan.  There are three trim levels available, the LX, EX, and EX with Navigation.  The interesting thing about this model is that all three trims have the same engine.  Drivers can expect to get a mere 88 horsepower from their 1.3 liter four cylinder gas engine that is coupled with a nickel-metal hydride battery.  But, the electric motor components add 13 horsepower, but the max horsepower drivers get is 98.  But, when you are getting 43 mpg on the highway and 40 mpg around town, you aren't purchasing this car to beat people in a race! 

The LX trim has a starting MSRP of $19,800.  The Insight is a standard four door hatchback.  The base LX model comes with auto climate control, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, power accessories, CD player with auxiliary jack, and the driver seat has a height adjustment feature.  The EX trim has a starting MSRP of $21,300, and this adds cruise control, USB port and iPod radio connections, intermittent wipers with variable speeds, 15 inch alloy wheels, and paddle shifters on the steering wheel.  Lastly, the EX with Navigation starts out at $23,100.  The nice thing about this optional trim level is that all the controls are voice operated and there is a Bluetooth connection ready. 

Ford is going green?

Before you buy any where make sure you check out all of the amazing vehicles and low prices at Cincinnati Ford. Keep in mind to check out all of the amazing deals and prices on modern luxury at VW Dealer. Ford Motor Company is reaching a all time high with the go green effort, but they are not stopping any time soon. Ford Motors has new standards such as the go green dealerships. By making one little change at a time Ford is making a huge difference. Keep in mind to check out all of the amazing deals and low prices at Witchita Toyota.

Ford has been taking the go green challenge head on. They have redesign and remade their vehicles to run cleaner and stronger then ever before. Ford has also been making a come back with the go green effort.

They have put standards in place such as the go green dealership. They also have new engines that have twice the power, but they have run twice as clean. They are making engines run cleaner and longer then ever before.

Ford has been making head way in a whole new way. They are putting programs in place to increase gas mileage with out increasing the price tag. Ford Motor Vehicles has made vehicles that run like a hybrid with out the price tag of one. Lowing the numbers on the vehicles price tag, and in creasing gas mileage in one of the main goals of Ford Motors.

Over all you can't go wrong with Ford Motors. They have been around for years, and they have taken the go green challenge to heart. Ford Motor Company is leading the way. Ford is one of the leading companies in the go green challenge, and they do not plan on slowing down any time soon.

Honda's Alternative Vehicles

Alternative fuel sources are going to become more and more needed.  Americans are already making the switch to smaller vehicles or even a diesel option from Peoria Volkswagen.  Hybrid models are becoming increasingly popular and consumers are demanding options like the Altima Hybrid from High Point Nissan Dealer, especially after having the Toyota Prius be the main option for so many years.  Even the incredibly safe and heavy cars from Volvo Dealer Nashua are announcing that they will have hybrid models available for either 2011 or 2012.  Honda has two different cars you can choose from if you want to go above and beyond simply getting a hybrid version of the car you already own.  The 2010 Civic GX NGV and the FCX Clarity FCEV are, or will be soon, available at your local Honda dealership. 

The Natural Gas Vehicle is estimated to get 24 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway and has a starting price of $25,340.  This vehicle does not take any regular gasoline but rather runs off of Compressed Natural Gas, and the fact that it has absolutely no emissions gives you access to HOV lanes in several states.  You won't be totally lost for power either as the four cylinder engine 1.8 liter gives you 113 horsepower.  Make sure you know the specific compressed gas retailers that are near you and are available nationwide. 

The FCX Clarity FCEV is a highly anticipated vehicle.  It will be released in limited quantities primarily in Southern California for 3 year lease periods.  Leasers will pay $600 per month, but that includes all maintenance costs and what we know as gap insurance.  This vehicle is especially interesting because it is a fuel cell electric vehicle, so you don't have a charging station that you plug into like some people might think.  Rather, power is generated from hydrogen mixing with oxygen to create electricity and emits heat and water vapor only into the air.  

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The Explorer is all green?

Before you buy any where make sure you check out all of the amazing prices and great deals on modern luxury at VW Dealer. Also make sure you check out all of the amazing low prices on their great line up of working class trucks at Ford Dealer New York. The Ford Explorer is all green for this up and coming year. Ford Motors has not only made the Explorer extremely fuel efficient, but it is also made out of 85% percent recycled materials. Keep in mind to check out all of the amazing deals and prices at Winston Chevy Dealer.

Ford Motor Company is once again going green but in a whole new way. To create this one of a kind Ford Motors vehicle line they used things such as the left over steel from the Ford F-150 line up and bio foam. Doing this reduced the carbon foot print that was made by up to half. The emissions used to create the 2011 Ford Explored where far smaller then anything else on the line.

While many thought the go green effort could go no further that is where they where wrong. Ford Motor Company has not yet given up on the go green standards, and instead they are pushing harder and further a head then ever before. Ford Motors is taking the lead in the go green effort once again.

Ford Motors is still planning to improve this already highly reviewed vehicle. They are also planning on releasing more fuel efficient vehicles then ever before, and the Ford Explorer is just the first step in this process.

The Explorer is all green from the recycled materials used to build it to it's high fuel efficiency and low emissions. The Ford Explorer is just another step forward in the go green effort.

Drive Greener!

Now that you have taken the first major step towards being a more green American by purchasing a green vehicle like the Ford Fusion Hybrid from a Ford Dealer Los Angeles, you can do a bit more by improving the way you drive your vehicle.  There is always more we can do to reduce our emissions, and when you were smart and took advantage of the Ford Incentives in buying your new car, it would have been helpful had the manufacturers included tips on even further reducing your carbon footprint.  One thing you can do is try to find a carpool in your area to take advantage of.  Parking in the metropolis areas near Arizona VW Dealers can be a big and expensive hassle, so try and find a corporate vanpool option.  Just recently the Environmental Protection Agency as well as the Department of Transportation have started offering incentives to businesses and corporations who establish carpool programs.  Some companies are offering extra time off from work, the option to dress in casual clothes, monthly drawings for prizes, and other great ideas to encourage employees to participate in carpool programs. 

Other things you can do include altering your parking habits.  During those hot summer months it is best for you to try to find a parking spot in the shade.  Not only will the shade help preserve your vehicle's interior, it will also reduce the evaporation of fuel from your gas tank.  Also, your interior temperature will be cooler so ideally you will not have to use your air conditioning as much when you get back in your car.  If you have a garage at your house, you really should park in it.  Think of how important it was for you to purchase a house with a garage and how much that garage amenity increased your mortgage payment.  Now if you are like many Americans, your garage is full of junk you need to store in the attic or haul away to the Goodwill.  If you look at it like you are paying a portion of your mortgage to store junk you haven't gotten around to getting rid of, I bet you will clean it out so you can actually park your vehicle inside; where it belongs! 

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Nissan's Altima

Before you buy any where make sure you check out all of the amazing deals and prices on modern luxury at Peoria VW. Also keep in mind all of the amazing vehicles and low prices at Ford Dealer Chattanooga. Nissan is going green to save you green, and Nissan's Altima is at the front of the line. After all of the changes that Nissan has made to their vehicles this hybrid is one of the best. The Altima is in a class all it's own. Keep in mind to check out all of the amazing deals and low prices at Brandon Chevy Dealer.

Unlike the rest of the cars in it's class this hybrid does not make you think of a box when you see it. The Altima offers you main stream looks with sleek curves and angles not box like looks, but the upgrades don't stop their. This Nissan is also offering you luxury on the inside as well.

The Nissan Altima gives you enough room to seat a small to mid-sized family with out any one squeezing in, and it also gives you a trunk that is made for cargo space. The features this car offers you are also at the top of it's class.

There is only one down side to the Altima, and that is the sticker price. While the sticker price might give you a little sticker shock it is more then worth it for this car. Ever thing about this car is made for luxury, power, and fuel efficiency.

Nissan is leading the way in the go green challenge, and they are not stopping with just the Altima. Nissan is continuing to push their limits ans standards to great a whole new generation of green vehicles. Nissan is here to stay with their all new line up of vehicles for 2010, and they are not going any where for a long time.

Affordable Green SUV from Ford!

Car companies are responding to what people want; greener cars.  Even the TDI Volkswagen models may consumer gasoline, but it is clean burning diesel that have incredibly low emissions.  Almost all car makers now offer a hybrid model.  You can get anything from a large SUV Hybrid Tahoe from Chevrolet Dealer Dayton to the smaller sedan Hybrid Malibu.  And for those people looking for something a bit smaller but still with off road capability, look no further than taking advantage of some Ford Incentives and getting yourself a new Ford Escape Hybrid.  Somehow, engineers were able to give you the power you want from a V6 model but with the fuel efficiency of a four cylinder.  Plus, the Escape Hybrid is the most fuel efficient SUV on the road today! 

The Escape Hybrid comes either in base or limited trim levels.  The base model will give you 16-inch alloy wheels, power controlled driver seat, dual zone climate control, Sync, ABS, full power controls, stability control, and front and side curtain airbags.  The Limited Escape Hybrid will upgrade you to leather seats, heater front seats, interior multicolor lighting, sunroof, and back up parking assistance.  There are many optional features you can with on the limited; parallel parking system that is fully automated, Sirius Travel Link, digital music storage capabilities, and touchscreen in-dash navigation. 

U.S. News ranks it #7 in the large category of Affordable Compact SUVs.  It earned that ranking with a base MSRP of $29,860 only going as high as $34,120 for the Limited with all wheel drive.  Drivers are expected to get about 34 mpg around town and 31 mpg on the highway.  Plus, for the 2010 model, it comes equipped with MyKey, which is technology that allows you to program the top speed the vehicle can travel as well as the top volume level for the stereo.  Parents will love that if they have teenage drivers!

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Going Green Again?

Going green is a question that is often asked. Is it cost effective to go green and does it still have the power that you need when accelerating is called upon? There are different makes and models on the market and different types of "green" cars. The Nissan Leaf is all electric while other hybrids use the combination of gas too. In the busiest city of all North America, New York Nissan Dealers has the Leaf to compete with the other big name automakers. Just about every automobile maker has a "green" car, North Carolina Used Carshas Chevy Hybrids to choose from. There are Volkswagen Deals on Toureg BlueMotion hybrid that is newly released this year. Ford also, has their lineup of hybrids along Mercury also.

When choosing to go green, the government has put some incentives to go along with that. Federal Tax Credits on hybrids vary depending on what car you choose. There are even additional incentives from state or local agencies to help with the offset of hybrids costing more than regular gasoline cars. Even the all electric vehicles have more incentives than the other hybrids.

Chevrolet has available hybrid options in the Malibu, Tahoe and Silverado. The Tahoe is such a key vehicle for a hybrid, it helps mothers with multiple children and various places to be at all the time. The Silverado being the "man's best friend" when transporting loads at full capacity to towing. The Volkswagen and their Toureg BlueMotion hybrid are claiming it can tow up to 7,700 lbs which beats the Chevy that can on tow 6,000 lbs. The VW keeps the SUV like features with the having excellent fuel efficiency. This engine can operate in electric boost. Nissan Leaf is a smaller vehicle but is all electric and it can go farther on a charge than the Chevy Volt. So, from truck to SUV to car, there are ways to save the ozone in vehicles with low emissions. Technology is paving the way for fuel efficiency and freeing us from dependency from fossils fuels.