Hybrid Vehicles Articles

1). Hybrid Cars - Technology Of The Future Or Passing Fad? By : Rick Hendershot
Hybrid cars have been getting a lot of buzz the last three or four years, and now with the soaring cost of oil and gasoline, hybrids are expected to get hotter than ever. Here are some Questions and Answers about hybrids. 1. What is a hybrid car? A vehicle is a hybrid when it combines two or more sources of power. Hybrid cars almost always have a gasoline engine and an auxiliary electric motor system that runs off rechargeable batteries.
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2). Ethanol and E85 - Fuels Of The Future? By : Donovan Baldwin
Copyright 2006 Donovan Baldwin Pure ethanol or E100 is also known as ethyl alcohol or grain alcohol. It is made when corn, grain, or other agricultural products are fermented, distilled, and denatured and because of this, it is a continually renewable resource, a true benefit in the world of alternative fuels. Another benefit is the fact that, unlike many other, mainly petroleum based, fuels, it contributes nothing to the build-up of greenhouse gases.
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3). Why Hybrid Car Drivers Need Thick Skin By : Rick Hendershot
Buying a hybrid car is more than a calculated decision to save fuel. It is a statement about "saving the planet". Even if the chances are pretty slim that hybrid technology will actually make much difference, it gives hybrid owners the right to feel superior. After all, they care about the planet. And the rest of the world obviously doesn't. But if you're one of those hybrid owners you'd better be ready to lose some friends.
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4). Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles - The Next Step In Hybrid Evolution By : Dale Classic
Hybrid vehicles are selling like hot cakes and everyone is wondering where this will lead. Will hybrid technology evolve as fast as computers did, so that every 18 months the latest model is twice as efficient as the old model? Unlike computer evolution, there is a road map of sorts for the journey ahead for hybrid car and truck owners. The current hybrids available from Toyota, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Honda and others are designated HEV vehicles, which stands for “Hybrid Electric Vehicle.
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5). Hybrid Car Technology By : Donovan Baldwin
Copyright 2006 Donovan Baldwin LEADING UP TO THE NEED FOR A HYBRID VEHICLE For most of the lifetime of automobiles, propulsion has been provided by the gasoline or diesel powered internal combustion type of engine. There have been brief flirtations with steam, electricity, and vehicles that could use a variety of fuels, but most of these have fallen by the wayside as the gasoline engine pushed billions of vehicles down the road.
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6). Renewable Energy: Biodiesel By : Donovan Baldwin
Copyright 2006 Donovan Baldwin You may have heard of biodiesel (or even biowillie), but for those who don't know much about it, we will get to an explanation of it in a moment. I just wanted to start with a small list of the benefits of using biodiesel. BENEFITS OF BIODIESEL Requires no special delivery equipment and can use existing infrastructure.
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7). Getting A Tax Break With Your Hybrid Vehicle By : Gray Rollins
Buying a hybrid car gives the phrase “go green” a whole new meaning. Not only is it good for the environment, it’s also good for your pocket book. Check out the tax benefits of hybrid vehicles for yourself. The government has decided that encouraging drivers to do their part to protect the environment could be better enhanced by offering tax incentives.
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8). Hybrid Cars and Improved Fuel Economy Tips By : John McCollim
The new Hybrid Cars are an excellent choice for anyone looking to save money at the gas pump and help the environment. Many car manufacturers are making hybrids because they are small and fuel-efficient.
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9). Fuel Economy And Personal Choices By : Donovan Baldwin
Copyright 2006 Donovan Baldwin I used to be an over-the-road, long haul truck driver. For a while, I even owned and drove my own truck. As an owner-operator, I became interested in fuel economy, and very aware of how personal choices can affect fuel economy and fuel costs. I'm off the road now, although I still travel a great deal, mainly by car. Like everyone else, I have listened to, and watched, news stories, discussions, and interviews on the present and future state of energy and energy sources.
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10). Help Slash the U.S.’s Dependency on Overseas Oil – Buy a Hybrid! By : Michael Plante
Anyone who follows political policy of the United States can tell you that America consumes a quarter of the world’s oil supply but only has 3% of the world’s oil reserves on its territory...
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11). The Latest Hybrid Cars By : Richard Henderson
The hybrid car has finally gone upmarket and now all the major companies are building their own. Take a look at the latest 2007 models.
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12). There Are Positives And Negatives In More Than The Batteries Of Hybrid Cars By : Gregg Hall
Hybrid cars are here to stay. More and more car manufacturers are working on concept cars and hybrids are becoming more and more mainstream every day. At some point in the future, we will all drive hybrid cars.
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13). Can You Really Get A True Sports Car In A Hybrid By : Gregg Hall
The hybrid car market has finally caught up with the individuals who need the speed. It has taken some time but the hybrid market has developed sports cars with the same features in place so that you are able to save fuel while not sacrificing on performance.
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14). How Do Hybrid Vehicles Work? By : Gray Rollins
How many times have you pulled up to the pumps lately only to be shocked at the price of gasoline? Suddenly your $25 tank of gas is costing $40. Have you considered trading your vehicle in for something that gets better fuel economy? How about a Hybrid vehicle? If you’ve ever wondered “how do hybrid vehicles work?” read on. Hybrid vehicles address two issues – global warming by reducing emissions and reduced fuel costs.
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15). IRS Incentives for Hybrid Owners By : Michael Plante
The hybrid car has not come into the world without a shroud of rumors following carefully behind. From rumors of exploding batteries, electrical and digital nightmares, and poorly met expectations letting down consumers, the hybrid has had to struggle to overcome many misconceptions...
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16). Hybrid Cars Are The Vehicles Of Choice These Days By : John McCollim
Hybrid Cars are becoming more and more popular. Hybrids are both stylish and have a reputation for being safe and fuel efficient. With more and more consumers focusing on the ongoing problem of air pollution, it is not surprising they are drawn to hybrid Cars.
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17). The Reasons For Choosing Hybrid Vehicles Go Beyond Fuel Savings By : Gregg Hall
We all see the high price of gas a day and how much it can cost to fill up the car. There have been attempts throughout the years to find a better method to help cars run. The hybrid has been the best attempt yet.
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18). How Japanese Automakers Are Keeping The Big Three On Their Toes By : Gregg Hall
There has been talk within many different sectors of the government and the public about how people need to try and make a difference in whatever way they can. With this in mind, hybrids have come to be seen as more and more popular so that people can both save money and make an impact in their own way on the greenhouse gases within the country they live in.
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19). The Simple Explanation Of How Hybrid Vehicles Work By : Gregg Hall
Hybrid cars all have an electrical portion of the engine as well as a gasoline powered part of the car. When getting you around town, the car will often use electricity when the car is sitting idle.
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20). How The Hybrid Battery System Works To Provide Needed Power By : Gregg Hall
With hybrid cars, electrical motor pool takes energy from the batteries while also continuing to put energy into the batteries. This deleted the need for anyone to have to plug your car in every night to recharge the batteries.
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21). So You Have Decided On A Hybrid, But What Kind Of Hybrid? By : Gregg Hall
The hybrid car market has been constantly increasing as we have seen gas continue to increase in price. People are looking for alternatives to combat this factor. This particular article will give you some information as to factors you should look into when doing hybrid car comparisons.
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22). How The New Hybrid Cars Are Already Evolving By : Gregg Hall
When you talk about a hybrid car, it uses both electricity as well as gas to power the car. If if you are at a stoplight or are waiting in traffic and are simply idling, the electric portion of the engine takes over.
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23). The Reasons For The Higher Price Of Hybrid Cars And How They Are Justified By : Gregg Hall
Because of advanced technology which is within hybrids, they may cost an extra dozen or $2000 or more over the conventional gasoline powered equivalent. The main reason for the difference in price besides the advanced technology is the cost of the batteries.
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24). As The World Population Increases So Will The Population Of Hybrid Cars By : Gregg Hall
We as consumers do not want to continue to have to pay high gas price in the future but rather have alternatives: vehicles which are not as dependent upon gas. Hybrid cars will continue to develop so that there is less reliance upon gas.
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25). Reasons Why You Should Keep Honda Hybrids At The Top Of Your List By : Gregg Hall
This article will focus upon Honda and the Civic hybrid which it has brought to the table. Honda has always been known for its great gas mileage but it has set a higher standard with its lineup of hybrid cars.
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