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Are the Hybrids & Electric Vehicles Set For Mass-Markets?

Are the Hybrids & Electric Vehicles Set For Mass-Markets?

The Geneva Motor Show has indicated that there is a strong interest for the greener cars across the Globe. Almost all the companies are gearing towards a green future. While Toyota is ahead in the race with the Prius being already successfully marketed, Chevrolet is catching up with Volt and Nissan is all set to

Have You Looked at Nissan’s Electric Leaf Yet?

Have You Looked at Nissan’s Electric Leaf Yet?

Inspite of the recent fiasco of Toyota?s massive recall of the hybrid vehicle, Prius, the owners of Prius have actually given a thumbs-up to the car. This is an indicator of customer interest in adopting newer and greener technologies across the world. Customer confidence in trying out electric cars is also at an all time

Prius’s Brakes’ Glitch Adds to Toyota’s Agony

Prius’s Brakes’ Glitch Adds to Toyota’s Agony

Toyota, the world?s largest automaker, seems to be in a bigger mess than the analysts would have thought it to be. A delay in addressing Prius?s recall seems to have hit a tough patch in Obama administration with the US Government clearly not happy with the way things have been handled so far.
To give you

Toyota’s Cup of Woes Overflows – Recalls Make Life Difficult

Toyota’s Cup of Woes Overflows – Recalls Make Life Difficult

The automotive world is beset with recent issues of recalls by Toyota. It must be appreciated that until now all the Japanese manufacturers have had a smooth running with all their products so far and issuing a recall notice for millions of cars in itself signifies a solid commitment to the consumer cause. And we

Toyota Reeling Again From 2010 Prius Braking Concerns

Toyota Reeling Again From 2010 Prius Braking Concerns

On the heels of their Sudden Acceleration Recalls, Toyota is now under pressure for braking issues on the Prius, Toyota?s popular hybrid. According to Ray LaHood, Transportation Secretary, Transportation officials will begin an inquiry after reports were received that the Japanese government has initiated an investigation in brake malfunction complaints, according to the Japan Automobile

Toyota Preparing to Launch Inexpensive Compact Hybrid

Toyota Preparing to Launch Inexpensive Compact Hybrid

With gas prices almost as unpredictable as the weather, it?s nice to know that Toyota is working hard to create vehicles that are not only affordable and equipped with genuine Toyota parts, but also have high gas mileage.
That?s why I was excited to learn recently about a new compact hybrid car that will go into

Small Cars Have Arrived – Says Toyota & Volkswagen

Small Cars Have Arrived – Says Toyota & Volkswagen

At the first automotive motor show of the New Year in New Delhi, India, things seem to have suddenly become hot for almost all the major automotive companies. Be it the Volkswagen, Toyota or General Motors. Every company seems to be making efforts to come up with a solution to the needs of emerging economies

Hertz Car Rentals. About Hertz Car Rentals.

Hertz Car Rentals. About Hertz Car Rentals.

Hertz Car Rentals is the world?s largest car rental agency, with outlets in over 8100 locations across 145 countries worldwide. To hire from Hertz Car Rentals you must meet a few basic requirements; you must meet the rental office location?s minimum age requirement. You must have a valid driver?s license and a valid form of

The Darker Side of Hybrid Car Technology

The Darker Side of Hybrid Car Technology

Where it begins…
In the beginning when electric cars were invented, it was obvious their limitations would restrict their use to mundane commutes within city limits. The biggest issue was their lack of range, power and painfully long turnaround times. The third point immediately relegates the electric car into a subservient role to their Internal Combustion

Used Toyota – How the Prius Has Gone From Strength to Strength

Used Toyota – How the Prius Has Gone From Strength to Strength

Ok, I admit it I have succumbed to the eco-friendly realm of popularity. When the Toyota Prius first came out in 1997 I didn?t notice many on the road. This could have been because it was one of the first commercial cars on the market and first impressions were sceptical. However in the last few