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Embracing a century of EV history

Electric Auto Association

But then I realized that I’m an engineer, not a dealer of anything. I’d been driving my Honda Insight to Chicago every couple of months for chapter meetings,” Steiner said. Frankly, there’s always someone there who argues in favor of investing in clean diesel or clean gas, but not electric. This saved me the trip.”.

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Embracing a century of EV history

Electric Auto Association

But then I realized that I’m an engineer, not a dealer of anything. I’d been driving my Honda Insight to Chicago every couple of months for chapter meetings,” Steiner said. Frankly, there’s always someone there who argues in favor of investing in clean diesel or clean gas, but not electric. This saved me the trip.”.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Clean Fleet Report

The gas-electric punch. Go into a Hyundai dealer for a lengthy test drive and see how this hybrid sedan fits your lifestyle. Road Test: 2020 Honda Insight. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class. of torque, for a total system 192 hp and 210 lb.-ft.

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Cash for Clunkers Buoys US Auto Sales; Hybrid Sales Up 31.8% for Monthly New Vehicle Share of 3.55%

Green Car Congress

GM dealers delivered 189,443 total vehicles in July, a 19.4% Some highlights: The all-new redesigned Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted best-ever July sales of 19,173 units, up 29.7% Total sales of the fuel-efficient Honda Civic increased 3.1% The new Honda Insight hybrid posted 2,295 units. General Motors.

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Road Test: 2022 Honda Civic Sedan 1.5T Touring

Clean Fleet Report

The Honda Civic was America’s best-selling compact sedan in 2021. To truly appreciate how good this car is, go into your Honda dealer and request a lengthy test drive that should include highway onramps and a few tight corners. Road Test: 2020 Honda Insight Hybrid. You just may be driving home in one.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

The Toyota Prius has come a long way since it debuted 22 years ago, as the second hybrid car to be sold in the United States (after the first generation Honda Insight). The 2023 Prius is arriving in North America dealers in early December 2022. Its worldwide sales top 6+ million, demonstrating its popularity.

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Final Test: 2021 Mazda6 Carbon Edition

Clean Fleet Report

Starting with the accelerator pedal being hinged to the floor (as opposed to being suspended), the ability to get on-and-off the gas is nicely sensitive to the touch. Request a lengthy test drive at your Mazda dealer that includes high-speed highway onramps and maybe even a few challenging corners on mountain or country roads.

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