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Prius drives Toyota past 5-million mark in global hybrid sales
Since introducing the first Prius in Japan back in 1997, Toyota Motor Corp. has sold 5 million hybrids worldwide, including 2 million in the U.S., the automaker said Wednesday. Toyota said the owners of its hybrids have saved more than 3 billion gallons...
Tags: Google+, Vehicles, Chevrolet, Lexus, Luxury Vehicles
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Ford C-Max
“The size is right,” said one mother of two in an impromptu parking lot encounter with this week’s review vehicle, the 2013 Ford C-Max. She was even more enthusiastic when told about the fuel economy. Then came the issue of price,...
Tags: SUVs and Crossovers, Electricity Production and Distribution, Ford, Petroleum Industry, Hybrid Vehicles
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Green Wheels: Good and Bad News on EVs in March
We're now only weeks from the Connecticut-wide EV Road Rally April 27. I gave the details in a previous column, but you can get all the relevant dope at westportelectriccarclub.com. Do you have a plug-in vehicle to bring to the party? It's...
Tags: Vehicles, Ford, Hybrid Vehicles, Tesla, Services and Shopping
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Do You Really Need to Change Your Oil Every 3,000 Miles?
KickingTiresNo, you don't, according to every auto manufacturer we've talked to. The main advocates of the 3,000-mile oil change schedule are those who would profit by it: repair facilities, quick-lube chains and service departments at some new-car dealers. Years...Tags: Car Engine Repair, Ford, Oil Changes, Passenger Cars, Volkswagen
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Lexus tops Consumer Reports car rankings; Detroit fares poorly
This post has been corrected. See below for details.Lexus earned the top score in Consumer Reports' 2013 annual ranking of car brands and vehicles. The American car companies were near the bottom of the rankings. Japanese nameplates dominated the ratings with Subaru and Mazda tying for second. Overall,...Tags: Jeep, Dodge, General Motors Corp., Toyota, Hyundai
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Top 10 cars: best gas mileage, lowest sticker price
With gas prices continuing a steady upward climb, you may be headed to the dealer in search of something less thirsty at the pump. But which cars' sticker price gives you the most bang for your buck? We asked Edmunds.com to look at the vehicles with...
Tags: Chevrolet, Scion, Hybrid Vehicles, Ford, Nissan
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March's Fastest- and Slowest-Selling Cars
KickingTiresWe won't have March sales results until later today, but the month's fastest- and slowest-selling cars depict that a couple automakers are catching a break. With a faster-charging option, more cargo space and a lower starting price, the 2013 Nissan......Tags: Jeep, Vehicles, Chevrolet, Dodge, Nissan
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"Going green," could now cost you some "green"
ReporterOver the last several years, they've been popping up wherever you go -whether it's a Prius, Camry or Escape, hybrid often means a way to save money. "A lot of people just assume that it's to save gas and you're right, but people buy these cars 'cause...Tags: Vehicles, Hybrid Vehicles, Executive Branch, Government, Regional Authority
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Green Wheels: Our Plugged-In Rally
If you live in Connecticut (or just across its borders) and have an electric car or plug-in hybrid, it's worth considering taking part in an exciting road rally planned for the weekend after Earth Day. The first annual Connecticut EV Road Rally takes...
Tags: Westport, Chevrolet, Smart Car, Hybrid Vehicles, Nissan
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Big energy goals get a push
Tribune NewspapersA new National Research Council report says the U.S. may be able to reduce fossil fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2050 in light-duty cars and trucks. The highly ambitious goal could be reached, the report says, through a...Tags: Chevrolet, Environmental Politics, Hybrid Vehicles, Car Safety Tips and Advice, Nissan
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2013 Volkswagen Jetta: Hybrid vs. diesel
Tribune NewspapersFor all the advantages of diesel cars — fuel economy, robust torque, bomb-proof durability — many U.S. buyers just aren't that into them. Volkswagen knows as much. So despite offering a wide range of fuel-efficient diesels, the company is now...Tags: Car Engine Repair, Scion, Ford, Hybrid Vehicles, Passenger Cars
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Rapid Review: 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid
For all the advantages of diesel cars — fuel economy, robust torque, bomb-proof durability — many U.S. buyers just aren't that into them. Volkswagen knows as much. So despite offering a wide range of fuel-efficient diesels, the company is...
Tags: Car Engine Repair, Scion, Hybrid Vehicles, Ford, Passenger Cars
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