Archive: June 2009
2009 Chevrolet HHR Review: Chevrolet’s 1940s Suburban Throwback
The Chevrolet HHR was launched at the Los Angeles Auto Show back in 2005 for the 2006 model year and from that point on it has been criticized as a Chrysler PT Cruiser copycat. Well, maybe it is, but since the PT Cruiser had been on the market since 1999 (see my recent update), it does seem...
Chrysler PT Cruiser Survives Through 2011
We're all irrationally fond of some cars, and one of ours is the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. Technically, it's a small minivan, but the retro-styled gangster look has always... June 30, 2009 by John Voelcker 5
Video: Tesla Model S Electric Car
The Tesla Model S is not in production yet, but this new YouTube video shows a car that certainly looks ready to go. Showcasing the interior space and the striking beauty... June 30, 2009 by Eric Loveday 1
June's Most Popular Posts: 2010 Toyota Prius Reference Guide Rocks
June is about to exit, so once again it's time for the five most popular posts for the month on AllAboutPrius.com. # 1: 30 Days of the 2010 Toyota Prius: Your Reference... June 30, 2009 by John Voelcker
Consumer Reports Disappointed with 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid
The hybrid war between the venerated 3rd generation Toyota Prius and the 2nd generation Honda Insight has barely begun, but its increasingly looking like Honda is the loser... June 30, 2009 by Lyle Dennis 4
June's Most Popular Green Car Posts: All About Electric Cars
By now it's a tradition: We celebrate the last day of the month by running down the most popular posts on GreenCarReports.com. For June, only a single Top Five post from May... June 30, 2009 by John Voelcker 2
Mercedes Hybrid Bus Combines Fuel Cell and Diesel Electric Technology
The Mercedes-Benz Citaro FuelCell Hybrid city bus was presented by Daimler at a conference of public transport authorities recently in Vienna. The bus is unique in that it... June 30, 2009 by Eric Loveday 3
XR3 Motors 3 Wheel Trike Delivers 225 mpg, May Go Into Production Soon
XR3 Motors believes that their three wheeled trike that achieves a claimed 225 mpg could be headed to production soon. XR3 Motors, led by alternative vehicle veteran of 30... June 30, 2009 by Eric Loveday 5
Persistent Rumors: Toyota To Give GM A Version Of The Prius
According to a report in Bloomberg today, Toyota may give General Motors a version of their iconic Prius hybrid. This news broke even as General Motors announced that their... June 29, 2009 by Robert Scardino 2
Cars.com Survey: $4 Per Gallon Gas Spurs Interest In More Efficient Cars?
At first glance, a recent survey published by Cars.com appears to reinforce the idea that economics trump eco-consciousness when drivers choose which vehicles to buy. The... June 29, 2009 by Robert Scardino 3
2009 AutoPacific Ideal Vehicle Awards: What Small Cars Took Top Honors?
Today AutoPacific announced their 2009 winners of the Ideal Vehicle Awards (IVA). If you are like me, the first thing you are asking yourself is, ‘How did they come up with... June 29, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew
Lightning Hybrids Opens Its Doors to the People: We Check Out Their Open House
Friday evening I took another drive up to the Lightning Hybrid facilities in Loveland, Colorado for their Open House and technology demonstrations of the prototype LH4. The... June 29, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew
The Greenest Aston Martin Will Be...A Toyota ?!?!?
Clearly carbon constraints, higher gas-mileage mandates, and concern over oil supplies are putting pressure on carmakers to change their lineups. And the loss of one-third of... June 29, 2009 by John Voelcker 1
The Truth About Cars Reconsiders: 2010 Toyota Prius Is Fantastic
Three weeks ago, when Jay Shoemaker from The Truth About Cars reviewed the 2010 Toyota Prius, he didn't hold back. He hated it. Loathed it. Despised it. He didn't like the... June 29, 2009 by John Voelcker
Madison Gas and Electric Purchases Six Coulomb Charging Stations For Chicago Area
Madison Gas and Electric has purchased six Couloumb ChargePoint charging stations from Carbon Day Automotive for us in the Chicago area. The chargers will be available for... June 29, 2009 by Eric Loveday
Elon Musk Says Prius Not a True Hybrid: Calls it 2% Electric
Elon Musk doesnt pull any punches, and has made many remarks that draw attention, and well he's at it again. He now questions the idea that a Prius is a true hybrid. Musk... June 29, 2009 by Eric Loveday 12
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