Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 6, 2012

Road testing by Consumer Reports has found the fuel economy on the 2013 Fusion Hybrid sedan and new C-Max Hybrid falling far short below Ford (and EPA) triple 47 mpg (5.0 Consumer Reports found the Fusion Hybrid delivered 39 mpg (6.0 Yes, the disclaimer on EPA fuel-economy labels notes that “your results may differ.”

Fusion 244

Fusion EPA Ford MPG 244

Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2009

The 2010 Prius. Toyota also previewed the vehicle this weekend in Los Angeles via its “Prius Connection” program for select early adopters and enthusiast forum participants, attracting potential buyers from across the US and Canada. This is about a 10% improvement in EPA-rated combined cycle fuel economy over the older generation.

Prius 186

Prius 2010 Toyota Hybrid 186

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2009

The role of emotion in buying cars. Other product attributes like reliability and safety, strongly influence consumer perceptions, as do employee enthusiasm and the company’s impact on the economy.” Would you buy this vehicle? ” Why is the Prius a success? Not exactly a value proposition.

Market 170

Market Green Prius Re-Charge 170