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Honda Fit or smart fortwo?

KBBGreenEditor — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 18:48:15 GMT

Comparably equipped, the Honda Fit and smart fortwo are somewhat similarly priced. The five-door Fit is the more flexible and more energetic of the two, while the tiny smart car offers better fuel economy, turns more heads and fits in even more parking spaces.

If you had to choose one of them to drive for the next three years, which would you pick?

Chevy Volt vs. Prius Plug-in: Which are you more excited for?

KBBGreenEditor — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 19:19:51 GMT

It looks like we'll get to see a production-ready Chevy Volt at the Paris Motor Show in October. We also recently learned that the forthcoming Toyota Prius plug-in will offer roof-mounted solar panels to run the air conditioning. As details begin to trickle in, which of the dueling plug-in hybrids are you more excited about?

The future of Tesla?

KBBGreenEditor — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:45:47 GMT

The Tesla Roadster was jointly engineered by Tesla and Lotus. Will Tesla ever outsell Lotus in the U.S. (2,604 cars in 2007) or will its fate more closely resemble that of DeLorean?

Natural gas car tops 'greenest' list

ctytrungloi — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:37:43 GMT

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A car powered by natural gas topped an annual list of "greenest" 2007 model vehicles released Tuesday, while Volkswagen's diesel version of its Touareg SUV topped the "meanest" list for least environmentally friendly vehicles.

Honda's Civic GX, a $25,000 natural gas vehicle sold in California and New York, stood atop the "greenest" list, beating all gasoline-electric hybrids based on a "green score" derived from fuel economy as well as health and global warming impacts.

Natural gas is a much cleaner burning fuel than gasoline, but it is also much harder to find for refueling. As a result, Honda is also selling a refueling pump for homes with a natural gas connection........

Cadillac CTS Coupe

petty026 — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 06:23:25 GMT

GM is doing great again. Cadillac design is really hot and sexy. Watch out for this video, Cadillac CTS Coupe.

Diesel or hybrid?

KBBGreenEditor — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:52:37 GMT

The hybrid era is still gaining momentum. The potentially triumphant return of diesel is imminent. In five years, which will be more popular?

Electric cars were all the rage back in the early/mid 90's...

paulahines — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 04:30:03 GMT

...what happened? where did they all go?

Natural Gas vs. Gasoline | Pump vs. Home

GreenGal — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:31:46 GMT

Does anyone know the price per gasoline gallon equivalent of natural gas when pumped from home service? The local fuel station sells natural gas at a self-pump, it states the the equivalent is just under $2.00 gallon. But what about home? Of course you have to buy a "home service station" a la Honda's Phill.

Has anyone done a conversion? We are planning to take our gasoline engine on a big old Ford L800, convert it to propane (intake from an old school bus), then convert to natural gas.

Blue TEC engine

Coolcat — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 20:04:59 GMT

Are all the new 2009 models using Blue TEC engine or just some specific Make/Model?

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Natural Gas Car Highs and Lows: What's your opinion?

KBBGreenEditor — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:44:14 GMT

Natural gas costs less and burns cleaner than gasoline. But the Honda Civic GX is the only natural gas-powered vehicle available for retail sale, and only in California and New York. Are you one of the many people frustrated by that fact?

Here are more facts:

Natural Gas Car Highs: Cleaner and Cheaper than Gasoline

Natural Gas Car Lows: Cost versus Effciency

Nissan put my family at risk while ripping us off.

cweikert — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 02:42:33 GMT

My mother and fiancee went to the Nissan dealership in Greenville. My mother has serious problems with her legs and ankles and REQUIRES cruise control to sustain driving long distances. They told the dealer they wanted a safe car as well for my son who has already been through many operations including open and closed heart surgery. Upon bringing the car home they discovered it did not have cruise control, or ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) which is standard in most vehicles now. I returned to the dealership to speak to the dealer that sold them the car. It turns out he left under unusual circumstances. A representative was supposed to provide me with information but instead I sat their for at least 20 minutes. He came back and replied, I'm sorry. I thought my GM was coming to talk to you. They said there was nothing they could do. They are sorry, its not their fault, etc... We then began hearing a clicking sound. We live 2 hours away from this dealership. The first time we brought it there, they said it was nothing. We kept hearing it. We took it up there again, still nothing. We had to get the oil changed the clicking was still there, asked them about it again. They told us the master mechanic took and put a new wheel cover on it, that's what was causing the clicking. We left, the clicking was still there. I called them, upset of course, The women on the phone replied well our master mechanic drove it and didn't hear anything... so they really didn't put a wheel cover on? I spoke to the GM, he said he was unhappy about that, and this time he road with my fiancee. The clip that went between the axle and the wheel bearing was about to come off, the clip that held the tire on. They fixed it and again said sorry, it was a manufactures defect. Now, they tell me I'm stuck in a 19,000 dollar unsafe vehicle without ABS or cruise control, and I have to ride my 3 year old son around in this car regularly on 2 hour trips for doctor visits. This has been going on for over a month. I've asked to speak to the owner several times, the GM tells me that is not going to happen. I've never had any problems talking to an owner in the past for any business. This is not good practice.

Please help me get this story out. People need to know what type of company they are dealing with.

USPS gets Fuel Cell Equinox

mykytay — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:07:54 GMT

http://www.usps.com/communications/newsroom/2008/pr08_078a.htm

“We are looking for a vehicle that operates from a fuel source that reduces—or eliminates—our dependence on petroleum products, that is good for the environment, good for our customers and good for the Postal Service,” said Walter O’Tormey, vice president, Engineering, as he accepted the keys to the Equinox Fuel Cell that will be tested in Irvine, CA.

I think role of companies with large fleets and fairly limited driving ranges is key in polishing new tech before mass adoption. Way to go USPS!

I wonder where exactly in Irvine this is.

GM Bankruptcy

DoubleBlazer — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:09:35 GMT

It is the headline news everywhere! I am surprised that kbb doesnt have any opinion!

Honda Insight

DoubleBlazer — Mon, 04 May 2009 01:12:11 GMT

Anyone can write something about Honda Insight?

Chevrolet

ctytrungloi — Wed, 20 May 2009 08:43:50 GMT

As the owner and driver of a hybrid I have to say there are extra precautions you must take while in parking lots. I have lost count of how many people walking in the middle of the parking lot just don't hear the car and get out of the way. We have extra careful in the neighborhood to watch and predict where kids might run in front of the car.

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

The Opinion — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:44:39 GMT

I wouldn't mind trying out the new Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid - the engine shutting down every time you stop sounds pretty cool to me - even though it may not technically be a hybrid... I really think all vehicle engines should be designed that way... does not make much sense to have the motor running if you're standing still, does it?

Has anyone had a chance to try it? According to the video test here on kbb.com it shifts slowly between gears... has anyone else had the same experience?

Thanks!

Global Warming: Which side are you on?

KBBGreenEditor — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:24:03 GMT

The global warming debate seems to be growing increasingly contentious. One side sees very clearly that man is responsible for global climate change and the consequences will be dire if big changes aren't made starting right now. The other side argues that average temperature fluctuations are normal and natural and that the Earth knows how to take care of itself. Which side are you on?

Green Dealer

Coolcat — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:12:01 GMT

Any informaiton on Green Dealership? If Kbb can publish green dealership directory by zip code or metro area, we will give those green dealership priority when shopping for green car

Gasoline Car Highs: Refine, Pump & Go

ctytrungloi — Wed, 20 May 2009 08:44:59 GMT

Gasoline has its advantages, chief among them that it works. In fact, the gasoline engine does a good job of offering power for the dollar, which is why Americans settled on gasoline as their fuel of choice a century ago. For all the knocks on it, gasoline has a variety of advantages: it packs a lot of energy for its volume and weight, it's transportable, and it is available at a price that makes it accessible to the masses. In addition, the entire gasoline-based infrastructure works, from getting oil out of the ground to making gasoline available at a convenient pump very near when you are right now. There currently is no better alternative.

Motorcycles & Scooters

Larry — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 22:47:58 GMT

I'm currently researching the idea of purchasing a scooter. Then my manhood came in to question, so now I am looking into a motorcycle as well. Taking the DMV test soon to add a M1 to my Class C license.

I don't live that far from work so it would be ideal for me.

At the local motorcycle dealers, they are all sold out of scooters and people are back ordering them. In the next few months, you'll see alot more scooters and motorcycles driving on the roads.

It's time to shelve my Yukon for a while!

More on Motorcycles and Scooters...

alittle — Thu, 07 May 2009 20:16:01 GMT

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Sounds like cool technology - but what about the day-to-day?

jay campbell — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:02:05 GMT

From what I've read, the Mercedes BlueTEC system has some great technology. The injection timing and turbocharging systems sounds amazing, for instance. This system, though, has extra filters and scrubbers to get the soot and exhaust gases up to snuff. Do these need to be replaced or maintained regularly? Given the amount of junk that used to come out of diesel tailpipes in the '80s, I wouldn't be surprised if they needed frequent cleaning...

Also, I'd be a little worried about finding the the new clean diesel as my E light flashes. Is this gas becoming more available?

Volkswagen Jetta TDI

Coolcat — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:29:19 GMT

I was searching for the award winning Volkswagen Jetta TDI in your Green Sedan category, but it is not even on the list. Cant you just provide a link at the article?

Poll: Volt (and other "series hybrid") - is it electric.

mykytay — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:27:02 GMT

Chevy Volt is an awesome car. I've never seen in live but I'm very excited by the idea and hope it makes it to production.

Volt is all-electric drive, but it has gasoline generator to recharge the battery for the times when battery charge goes down. This makes it a "series hybrid".

Do you think Volt (and other series hybrids) is an Electric Car or just a Plug-in Hybrid.