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Honda to end production of the Insight hybrid, commits to the expansion of hybrid offerings in the US

Green Car Congress

Annual sales of the second-generation Honda Insight. Data: Honda. Honda announced that while the US model Insight will be available at dealerships in the US through the end of the year, production of the hybrid will end in summer 2014. However, Honda hybrid sales have not achieved the traction in the US market that Toyota did.

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Feature: Are Eco-Friendly Cars Expensive to Own?

Clean Fleet Report

They found that hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles (especially electric cars) easily saved their owners money when looking at the purchase price, fuel costs and regular maintenance. On the other hand, the Honda Civic costs its owners, on average, about $350 a month. Hybrids and EVs can cost you less.

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Event: WAJ Media Day: A Million Dollar Drive

Clean Fleet Report

Lexus ES 300h F Sport (2022). The F Sport styling cues (unique front bumper and grille, black finish 19-inch wheels, rear spoiler and sport-themed interior) makes this hybrid very distinctive-looking to go with its performance, comfort and excellent 44 mpg highway fuel economy. Lexus LC 500 Convertible. Honda Civic Sport.

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LA show displays green car ‘glimpse into the future’

Green Cars News

More importantly, will feature more than 50 of the newest hybrids and alternative. fuel vehicles including hybrids, modern clean-diesel, electric, hydrogen fuel cell and ethanol powered vehicles. Modern, clean diesel vehicles are becoming a competitive hybrid alternative. Honda FCX Clarity. Honda Insight Hybrid.

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Santa Monica AltFuel Expo Sets up

Plugs and Cars

One can be quite encouraged by the 30 odd alternative fuel cars of all shapes and sizes. Honda with the remaining CNG vehicle from a major and two hydrogen fuel cell cars. An actress was introduced and praised for her altfuel vehicle, which she said was a Lexus Hybrid SUV. A few bio-cars were there.

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Road Test: 2022 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec Advance

Clean Fleet Report

Built in the Honda-Acura plant in East Liberty, Ohio, the RDX has been a longtime Acura success story, and there is nothing about the 2022 RDX that should derail that record. Flash Drive: 2022 Lexus NX. Road Trip: 2021 Lexus NX 300h. Roadside Assistance – Four years/50,000 miles. Cruising toward the next generation.

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

Toyota and its upmarket Lexus division have 16 hybrid models, making the combined nameplates the leader in hybrid offerings. Road Test: 2021 Honda Odyssey. [ In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. Hybrid hauling people and things is our thing.

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