2005 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid Car

2005 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid Car, another great car with a great mileage. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has first of its kind, the hybrid propulsion technology which gives much improved fuel economy to the car. The car is powered by Vortec 5300 5.3-liter V8 engine with a 4 speed hydrometric transmission. Another new equipment in the cars is its compact 14kw electric induction motor, which is used in starting the car and replaced traditional motor and alternator starter. The new starter is well integrated with engine and transmission. 4 120volt/20-amp electrical auxiliary power outlets are also provided which is fitted below rear seat.

The car has 4 doors and has a rear seating capacity for 3 persons with front bucket seat. All 2005 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid Cars have antilock brakes and drums replace the rear discs. The Ride Control Suspension offers 2 level of shock absorbers firmness, which suits both roads, a loads. There is a return of option like satellite radio and a rear dvd for crew cabs.

2005 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid Car Specifications and prices:
Class: large pickup truck
MSRP: $18,190 - 39,490
Invoice: $16,462 - 34,554
Engines: 5.3L V8
Transmissions: 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive

2005 Honda Accord Hybrid car

With Insight, Honda became the first automaker to introduce hybrid cars in US. The introduction of first hybrid V6 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid from Honda makes it the first automaker in US to have 3 models of hybrid cars.

The 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid is very similar to standard Accord sedan in terms of looks. The major focus of all the hybrid cars is on fuel economy. It is different in the case of new car from Honda. 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid car is made with a focus on better performance.

Toyota Prius though was was not the first in the hybrid cars market in US, was stealing all the lime light from Honda. 2005 Honda Accord hybrid could be seen as a comeback of Honda hybrid car which is for sure going to steal some paparazzi from Prius. Toyota is scheduled to launch hybrid version of Camry but with the launch of 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid, it is not going to be easy ride for Toyota new hybrid car.

Accord is going to use same Integrated Motor Assist technology which is used by other hybrid cars from Honda. For the first time this will be applied on 6 cylinder engine. The car is coming with 3.0-liter V-6 engine. The fuel economy for the car is impressive 32 mpg city and 38 mpg highway.

Specifications and prices for 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid car:
MSRP Price Range: $30,140 - $32,140
Invoice Price: $27,115 - $28,912
Engines: 3.0L V6
Transmissions: 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive

Toyota Prius Making Waves for Hybrid Vehicles

The concept vehicle a few years back is now making big news around the world. The Toyota Prius is currentle the cleanest family car on the planet today. Voted as the 2005 European Car of the Year, the Prius sets a new standard on hybrid cars.

The car was chosen as the winner from a list of seven finalists and beat the competition comprehensively. It gathered 406 points as compared to Citroën C4 (267), Ford Focus (228), and Vauxhall Astra (180). Other cars in the consideration were Renault Modus, Peugeot 407 and BMW 1-series.

Toyota Prius Hybrid featured prominently at this year's "Red Carpet Green Cars" event as twenty of Hollywood's A-listers are set to arrive at the Oscars in chauffeur-driven Toyota Prius hybrid vehicles instead of the customary gas-guzzling limos. Participants in the "drive" for global sustainability at the "Red Carpet -- Green Cars" event include veterans Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins, and Robin Williams, as well as some new faces consisting of: Selma Hayek, Penelope Cruz, Layra Linney, and best actor nominee Leonardo DiCaprio among many others.

The latest Consumer Reports owner satisfaction survey reported the Toyota Prius won near-unanimous praise with 94 per cent of respondents saying that they would definitely get one again. The second-generation Toyota Prius becomes the first hybrid to top the list, sending the Lexus LS430 luxury sedan down to second place. The sporty Honda S2000 was in third place.

The owner satisfaction survey is part of the Consumer Reports annual survey, which asked its subscribers if they would buy the car or truck they own again, considering its price, performance, comfort, and reliability. This year CR received more than 250,000 responses to this question for 2002 to 2004 models, which were used to determine owner-satisfaction ratings and lists of Most and Least Satisfying vehicles.

Awareness of the benefits of hybrids has dramatically increased and fuel economy is the No. 1 purchase reason for the Prius, so it's safe to say that rising fuel prices are putting a spotlight on hybrid vehicles.

Toyota Prius’ use of technology is amazing. Turning a key in a traditional ignition does not do starting the Prius; instead it is initiated by pressing the round "Power" button on the dash. There is an interactive, touch sensitive, Multi-Information display screen mounted in the center console. The display has many modes and can show things like the energy flow between the power train components, fuel consumption, radio settings, climate control, or many of the Prius’ other functions.

Toyota Prius is certainly a hybrid car that is environment friendly. It carries an AT-PZEV rating, which makes the Prius one the cleanest production cars on the road today when it comes to emissions. It is 90% cleaner than that of the average car. Combined with the Prius’ excellent gas mileage, it is a great choice for the environment.

2006 Lexus RX 400h: Arrival of Toyota's High Performance Hybrid

Hybrid Synergy Drive reveals another virtue: Performance. Public viewing of the 2006 Lexus RX400 in early 2005 reveals combined fuel efficiency in the range of the current EPA average rating for a four- cylinder compact sedan. The RX400h will be a SULEV rated vehicle which means driving from Los Angeles to New York and back nine times (54,000 miles) yet produce less- smog forming emissions.

The 2006 Lexus RX400h combines 3.3 liter V6 gasoline engine with two electric drive motors: a strong 120 kW (161 horsepower) motor positioned near the rear wheels. The new Hybrid System will deliver a peak output of 270 horsepower with a 20% increase compared to the non-hybrid RX330 power train. Much more impressive is the 30-50 mph passing acceleration of the high output electric motor that delivers a high burst of torque.

Future Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drives hold the potential to operate even more efficiently using new types of batteries and fuels. According to Fujio Cho, President of Toyota Motor Corporation " Toyota's Hybrid System will make up the heart of our hydrogen fuel cell program of tomorrow".

The advantage of a hybrid driveline is that it eliminates hardships associated with electric cars to provide breakthrough performance, exemplary fuel efficiency, very low exhaust emissions, and a high level of convenience.

2006 Lexus RX400h introduces a new era of enhanced performance dimension to the widely known hybrid advantages of excellent fuel mileage and low emissions. The RX 400h will be rated as a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) in California (Tier 2 - Bin 3 in other states), one of the most stringent emissions ratings in the industry.

The Lexus RX 400h is defined as a "full hybrid," which means that it is capable of operating in electric-only or gas engine-only mode as well as a mode that combines the power of the gas engine and electric motor. In contrast, other hybrid technologies are not capable of running only on electrical power, but instead require constant gas engine operation.

In making the transition to a hybrid power train, the alternator, power steering pump, water pump and AC compressor are no longer engine belt-driven. This is because the gas engine often shuts down "a fuel-saving benefit of the hybrid system" especially when the vehicle is stopped or driven slowly through traffic. Except for the alternator, which is replaced by motor-generators, all components are now electrically powered which means notably lower parasitic losses to the engine and improved fuel consumption.

The Lexus hybrid technology also allows extended electric-mode operation during low speed or stop-and-go driving conditions. The permanent-magnet front electric drive motor (MG2) produces peak torque from zero-to-1,500 RPM, giving the RX 400h powerful and instantaneous response that will be especially felt and appreciated in low- and mid-speed performance and in merging and passing maneuvers.

Best Uses for Hybrid Utility Clubs

Have you seen those new hybrid utility cubs? They are showing up all over the place, rescuing golfers from all kinds of situations. The reason for this is simple; they open up opportunities for a number of great new shots.

Even the tour pros are using them to help them win big tournaments. (Todd Hamilton - British Open, David Toms - PGA Championship, Reteif Goosen - US Open) We have come up with what we believe are the 5 best uses for these hybrid clubs.

1. OFF THE TEE - These clubs are great for long par 3’s and short par 4 tee shots when you must carry a bunker or water hazard. Most long irons shots have a low piercing trajectory. These hybrids have a lower center of gravity that helps to launch the ball up into the air. Because of this high ball flight, the ball will come down on a steeper angle making it easier to stop on the green.

2. FROM THE FAIRWAY - They are good for long approach shots to the greens on par 5’s and long par 4’s. Because of their great distance control and accuracy, these hybrids will build your confidence. Hitting this club form the fairways will have you going for more par 5’s in 2 and leaving you short putts for eagle.

3. FROM THE ROUGH - Most long irons get caught up in the rough causing them to twist easily and produce mishits. The bigger size and mass of the hybrids over regular irons makes it easier for the club to drive through the rough while keeping the face square. This squaring of the clubface is also aided by the rudders and rails on the sole of the club going through the turf.

4. OUT OF A BUNKER - Move the ball back in your stance to promote a little steeper angle of attack. The bigger club heads and larger ruddered soles of hybrids make it easier to swing through the sand without catching it fat or heavy. It is very important on these long bunker shots to hit the ball first. This will help get the ball up in the air very quickly and out of the bunker.

5. AROUND THE GREEN - Hybrid utility clubs work great for bump and run shots around the green (just ask Todd Hamilton). They help to eliminate the chance for error by getting the ball rolling on the ground as quick as possible. Because the shafts are shorter you can play these shots almost like a putt without choking down on the shaft to gain control. This eliminates the chance of a skull, chunk, or a decelerating wedge shot.

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