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2009 Chevrolet Aveo5: 30,000 Mile Review

2009 Chevrolet Aveo5: 30,000 Mile Review

Weary of supporting all the ex-wives of the world's Sheiks, Emirs and Pashas in the manner to which they are accustomed, when my old Chrysler started crying for another transmission I decided to opt for a more economical vehicle. I drove every car sold in California for under $30,000 and on that...

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2010 Toyota Prius

2010 Toyota Prius Sales Up 50 Percent Over Last April

Toyota Motor Sales announced yesterday that its U.S. sales of new cars were up 24.4 percent over the previous April, during the worst of the economic meltdown. Despite recent... May 4, 2010 by  1


 
2010 Ford Escape Hybrid 4WD 4-door Hybrid Limited Angular Front Exterior View

A Look At The 2010 Ford Hybrid Escape

Being the first on the scene with its hybrid SUV, the Escape Hybrid, Ford has experience in the industry that many of its competitors can’t claim. With over six years... May 3, 2010 by  1


 
The 2010 Toyota Prius

Toyota Prius Owners Are Sensible and Level-Headed, In Other Words

Ah, yes, it must be about time for another outburst of Prius stereotyping. Three, two, one ... there! Did you hear it? Over there, in the slightly shrill tones of the... April 26, 2010 by 


 
Third-Generation Toyota Prius

Why Is The Prius The Most Popular Hybrid?

Leading all hybrid sales, and landing the number six position of the most purchased cars in America, some wonder why the Prius dominates the industry. But when looking at the... April 23, 2010 by 


 
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid 4-door Sedan Hybrid FWD Audio System

2010 Ford Escape Hybrid is the Best Green Move

The San Francisco Bay Area has a high concentration of hybrid cars. We road-tested a leader in the field and found the 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid Limited front-wheel-drive was a... April 20, 2010 by 


 
2011 Ford Fiesta

2011 Ford Fiesta Gets Sync Voice Control for Smartphone Apps

Well, you can't say Ford (NYSE:F) isn't pulling out all the stops to ensure the launch of its subcompact 2011 Ford Fiesta will be a smashing success. The last piece of news... April 19, 2010 by 


 
2012 Tesla Model S

Forecast For The Future of Small Plug-In Car Companies: Bleak

Last month was was a pretty great one for mainstream automakers planning to deliver plug-in vehicles. Publicity a-plenty, state and Federal grants announced, pricing... April 5, 2010 by  17


 
2005 Toyota Prius

The Punching Bag Hits Back: Prius Crash Was Driver Error, Toyota Says

Few automotive engineers believe in so-called "sudden acceleration". But until recently, there's been no way to determine what a driver what doing when he (or she) swears... March 19, 2010 by  50


 
2010 Toyota Prius 5dr HB II (Natl) Wheel Cap

2010 Toyota Prius: Testing the Brakes That Are Being Recalled

THIS ARTICLE HAS BEEN REMOVED AT THE REQUEST OF THE AUTHOR. Toyota has recalled the 2010 Toyota Prius and 2010 Lexus HS 250h hybrids to update software that controls the... February 16, 2010 by  3


 
2010 Toyota Prius

Toyota Prius Recall Guide: Sudden Acceleration & Brake Safety

With news this morning of yet another potential Toyota safety problem (steering in 2009 and 2010 Corolla models), it's increasingly hard to keep track of which models are... February 9, 2010 by  8


 
2010 Toyota Prius

RECALL: 2010 Toyota Prius, Lexus HS250h For ABS Software Update

As expected, Toyota has announced a recall for its 2010 Toyota Prius and 2010 Lexus HS 250h models to update the anti-lock braking system (ABS) software. The new software... February 9, 2010 by  2


 
G-Wiz charging in the U.K.

G-Wiz! the Electric Car That Started a Revolution

In early 2004, a tiny new car appeared on the streets of London. It confused, surprised and confounded everyone who saw it. It was more compact than a Smart ForTwo, it had... February 8, 2010 by  14


 
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid

New Hybrid Braking Issue: First Prius, Now Ford Fusion Hybrid

Another day, another hybrid braking problem. Only this time, it's not Toyota. It's Ford. Late yesterday, Ford announced a "customer satisfaction program" that will ask that... February 5, 2010 by  11


 
2010 Toyota Prius 5dr HB II (Natl) Angular Front Exterior View

UPDATE: Braking Issue In 2010 Toyota Prius Hybrid, Recall TBD

UPDATE: The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a formal inquiry into the brakes of the 2010 Toyota Prius hybrid. It has now received 124... February 4, 2010 by  7


 
2010 Toyota Prius 5dr HB II (Natl) Grille

UPDATE: Toyota Admits Braking Problems, On 2010 Prius Only

Things are moving fast in the land of Toyota safety issues and recalls. Yesterday, we told you that the 2010 Toyota Prius was being investigated for braking problems in... February 4, 2010 by 


 
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