whats the big deal with hybrids when geo metros get 50 to 70 mpg?

Cracker’s back questioned:

i dont be with you the thought with hybrids when the geo metro kills hybrids with gas milliage, also doesnt need pricey batteries!!!! or gripping motors

http://1989geometro.com/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geo_Metro

micheal: i had a geo metro that got 190k miles and was subdue inane till grandmaw ran a red set alight, the ac was subdue running in that business, i know a few additional geo owners exposure high milleage, just in view of the fact that it is small doesnt mean it is made crappy
also the indemnity excise are a joke nearly as much low-cost as a dirt bike, sure if you get hit by an suv your inane to get smashed but when cars get smaller it wont be as terrible and im sure you can add air bags and etc.

Does anyone own a Highlander Hybrid?

truth is… questioned:

We are thought of purchasing a Highlander Hybrid, but read many reviews that with 4000+ miles, the fuel efficiency drops from 27+mpg down to 12-18mpg. Does anyone have any encounter with this? I want to know if this happens to most public or if it’s just public who aren’t using the engine efficiently?

Chevy Volt?

eyedoc999 questioned:

Do you reflect Chevy is really inane to go into production for this thought car?

For those of you that don’t know about it, it is called a “plug-in hybrid”. Plugging it in is discretionary. By plugging it in the wall socket at night, it recharges the batteries. This results in the first 40 miles life used completely by batteries, importance if your daylight go back and into the planet is less than 20 miles each way, you would never use a drop of gasoline. With 40 miles, the gasoline motor takes over propeling the car and recharging the batteries at the same time. In a 60 mile trip, you will probably average 150 mpg. If you do not choose to plug in the car, it has a array of about 640 miles on it’s 12 gallon tank. 0 to 60 in 8 seconds, 160 hp, 236 lbs torque, top speed of 120 mph.

Is it just me, or is this so-called “news article” the most deliberately confusing thing you’ve ever seen?

Green Pagan 4.0 questioned:

This condition claims that here is a “simpler” way to spot fuel efficiency by computing Gallons per Mile (as a substitution for of the traditional MPG):

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080619/sc_nm/fuel_efficiency_dc

I got about half way owing to it before my head ongoing throbbing…

Why not build a car like this?

RobRob questioned:

Place in a very small and efficient diesel or gas engine, that just recharges the battery, and have the car run completely off an gripping motor. This would demand a more powerful gripping motor, of say, 100hp equivalent, may maybe be more tho if de rigueur or to suit the American market.

This would save a lot of consequence by having a smaller engine and boost efficiency by having the small engine running constantly at its most efficient rpm, just providing ample potential to meet the average potential requirement of the car. (Running down the battery a bit below heavy driving and charging it up below set alight driving. The gas/diesel engine may maybe be as small as say 50hp but much more potential would be unfilled if looked-for.

Place it in a very aerodyamic car like a Prius. Make it a plug in hybrid too so you can payment it at home as well. May maybe make it possible to run off E85 or biodiesel as well, but wouldnt be elemental.

This would indeed be much more efficient than even something like a diesel smartcar, which gets 88 (imperial) mpg collective, without the drawbacks on size and potential. And we have hybrids, we have gripping cars and we have cars that run on e85/biodiesel already so its not like the equipment isnt unfilled.
Johnnie – Gripping motors are very efficient really – typically around 90% compared to 40% for diesel and 25% for gas. The battery may maybe be a similar consequence to the one in the Prius and that isnt too heavy.
James – how would it be more pricey than a Prius, they have a generous battery and gas engine too.
Vicky – here are. For model the Tesla roadster has an gripping motor equivalent to around 240bhp, and a generous ample battery to potential it for 250 miles per payment.
Richard – the Prius is really very open surrounded by as it only has a small engine which doesnt take up as much interval. A small generator would take up even less interval. I’d be pleased to travel across America in a Prius (even if it’d be a lot simpler to glide in actuality).
Also richard, excellent aerodyamics would boost the efficiency, making the car closer, use less fuel, and probably quieter at high speed.
Lazyeddie – Americans buy the Prius so this would cater to the same market.
trainboy – i dont see how this would be much heavier than a Prius.
snapdrag – until the array of gripping vehicles increases, along with places to payment them, and the time it takes to payment them, they will only really be matter-of-fact as a second car for the city. By having a secondary fuel source you take out these drawbacks and have a car thats matter-of-fact for a lot more public.
Wolf – The Chevy Volt looks like a excellent top but i cant be with you why it looked-for a 1.4L 71hp engine just to potential the generator. Indeed something around a third of the size would have been more efficient, less pricey, lighter and smaller.

Also, why is it only a 4 seater?? Indeed a 5th seat would boost sales a lot at effectively no superfluous cost? And i cant see why one wouldn’t fit, its the same size as a BMW 3-run.
John – how much potential does a car of the Volt’s size need to sustain an average speed of 70mph on the freeway.

I’ve obsessed a car which only had 54bhp at 70mph and it was doing around 3500rpm. Compelling into account cars only yield their peak potential at nearly the maximum rpm, it must have been using less than 54bhp, ill take a guess at 30bhp. Yes, it was a smaller a car, but i skepticism the Volt wants more than dual the potential to cruise at the same speed.
John – e85 is subdue better than gasoline for the background. Something like 35% less co2 i reflect i read.
And infer E100 was used to yield E100. Out of each 5 gallons bent, 4 would be used to make it, and 1 would be sold. But it would subdue be carbon neutral.
Observably here isnt ample interval in the planet to yield ample for all our cars, and subdue have ample interval for all our food. But as long as its use is kept to a small percentage of the market, its subdue excellent for the background.
Also John, according to wolf below, you only need 20hp
edub – no you wouldnt be better off having the engine potential the car. Why do you reflect a Prius gets better mileage than a Yaris for model, even with the Yaris life lighter.
The engine performing arts as a generator would be able to run at a continuous optimum efficiency eg. 1800rpm, powering the car it would not.
Nata – You gain efficiency as a smaller, more efficient engine can be used, which is able to run at a continuous maximum efficiency.

It will by all accounts cost $30,000.

The prius isn’t that small. In the UK, where I live, its vaguely privileged than average size, and in Japan theres lots of cars much smaller, that seat 5.

The prius can go 100 mph, its top speed is 106. You’d lose your licence if you went 100 anyway.

The prius gets less MPG than an M3 when its life thrashed round a footstep. No one drives like that on the road, and irs not the same as cruising at 70mph.

A generous percentage of the Prius’ sales have been in the US. The Prius is the largest promotion hybrid worldwide.

Why would it need to be widened to seat 5? I’ve been in much narrower cars that seat 5.

Aircraft Fuel Consumption Per Person?

John questioned:

I want to know efficiency per self per passanger.
An A321 force use 24000 lbs of fuel to go place a stop to public. At 8 lbs per gallon that’s 3,000 gallons. With 150 passangers that’s approximately 150 mpg per passanger.
I would like figures for all aircraft (lbs burned per agreed number of miles flown).
Thankfulness-JD

Is Ford going to produce the Reflex or something like it?

Tyler P questioned:

I know here’s a better opportunity that the Reflex thought won’t make it to production, but do you reflect Ford will yield something like it? I mean the styling is way well yet to be and looks like a unknown thought, has an gripping diesel hybrid engine which facial appearance up to 65 mpg, uses recycled rubber from Nike shoes to make the interior cool down, and solar cells along the roof and headlamps that payment the battery potential the A/C and fans, and also potential the head and tail illumination.

Here are some cinema:

http://www.autoblog.com/media/2006/01/ReflexConcept_10_HR.jpg

http://www.rexkaile.com/motorshow/ford/ford_reflex_concept_2006_0004.jpg

http://www.xelopolis.com/news/janvier2006/reflex4.jpg

http://metaphors.motortrend.com/auto_shows/coverage/chicago/112_06cas_06z_2007_ford_reflex_concept_interior_dash.jpg

http://www.cars.com/facial appearance/autoshows/2006/detroit/coverage/metaphors/Concept_Ford_Reflex_frontangle_cs_430.jpg

Is Ford going to produce the Reflex or something like it?

Tyler P questioned:

I know here’s a better opportunity that the Reflex thought won’t make it to production, but do you reflect Ford will yield something like it? I mean the styling is way well yet to be and looks like a unknown thought, has an gripping diesel hybrid engine which facial appearance up to 65 mpg, uses recycled rubber from Nike shoes to make the interior cool down, and solar cells along the roof and headlamps that payment the battery potential the A/C and fans, and also potential the head and tail illumination.

Here are some cinema:

http://www.autoblog.com/media/2006/01/ReflexConcept_10_HR.jpg

http://www.rexkaile.com/motorshow/ford/ford_reflex_concept_2006_0004.jpg

http://www.xelopolis.com/news/janvier2006/reflex4.jpg

http://metaphors.motortrend.com/auto_shows/coverage/chicago/112_06cas_06z_2007_ford_reflex_concept_interior_dash.jpg

http://www.cars.com/facial appearance/autoshows/2006/detroit/coverage/metaphors/Concept_Ford_Reflex_frontangle_cs_430.jpg

Need help selecting a hybrid vehicle?

Kevin S questioned:

Alright, I’ve done a TON of investigate, I’m now looking for a new vehicle to use primarily for commuting. A hybrid just makes the most implication, based on MPG. I’m compelling into account three models here, the Toyota Prius, the Honda Civic Hybrid, and the Ford Fusion Hybrid. My basis for comparing them is much more than just MPG, the Prius has the most MPG. Each car has similar protection tests, similar facial appearance unfilled (Navigation logic/ XM Telephone logic/ Leather seats) so it’s kinda tough selecting a car.

They are all similarly priced so price isn’t a huge deal.
Prius Pros: Splendid MPG, Toyota Name (Reliable), Splendid facial appearance
Prius Cons: Terrible treatment, rear spoiler obstructs view

Civic Hybrid Pros: Midpoint MPG, Honda Name (Reliable), Sweet excellent facial appearance
Civic Hybrid Cons: Alright treatment, facial appearance weakest in car

Fusion Hybrid Pros: Best facial appearance, Splendid treatment
Fusion Hybrid Cons: Smallest amount MPG, Ford Name (Unreliable apparently)

Which car must I choose? Also, I’ve always been a Toyota/Honda guy, but I’m open to anything. I’ve heard that Fords break down, and in the long run they’re just not excellent cars. (EX: Brakes go out ahead of schedule, etc) Is this right, or has Ford altered?

Will competition lower the price of gas?

hacker67_39_177_230 questioned:

Obama makes a honest top. An American uncommon energy plot which helps to develop and mass yield carbon structure hybrid cars capable of 300 mpg (Google “300 mpg” as this car DOES exist and will be on the market in America next year) and which can be rejuvenated overnight for free from electricity generated on all’s roof top solar panels / horizontal wind turbines all owing to the day and stored in batteries in their garage until used. That such a plot to promote and build this unfilled now logic would lower oil dependence, dramatically cut oil consumption and drop gas prices as proven by the republican’s aver that lower demand is dropping the price 40% these past few months.

Wouldn’t a uncommon energy plot like the one Obama is proposing start a struggle that would lower the price of gas forever?

What is the MPGE (MPG equivalent) for an electric car that draws 15A 120VDC in 47KPH steady driving?

R M questioned:

Here is a run-hybrid gripping/gasoline car ..

http://www.futurevehicletechnologies.com/

.. that claims to get 275 MPG-E for city driving.

Another vehicle, the Revitalized Battery Gripping Pickup ..

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=low+amp+draw+gripping+pickup&aq=0&oq=LOW+AMP+DRA&aqi=g1

.. draws only 15A at 120VDC at 47 KPH driving on flat roads.

http://www.youtube.com/user/BatteryReviver#p/u/6/S3-YpZ0vYC4

The “Revitalized Battery Gripping Pickup” with its LOW AMP DRAW Equipment can be converted into a run-hybrid by adding a gasoline, propane, or natural gas generator on the car bed and running the genset while operational. Just like the eVaro.

Which vehicle is more economical, using MPGE?

How is MPGE, for an gripping vehicle calculated, anyway?

Is the Honda Insight worth it?

lovefromabove25 questioned:

I am compelling into account the hold of a Honda Insight hybrid. This car gets over 60 mpg and is perfectly fit for my lifestyle b/c right now I need a very small car and fuel efficient car. My only dilemma is the fact that the Insight’s battery pack will eventually go dead and it expenditure around 1500 dollars ( maybe more) to exchange. I would despise to have that kind of bill smack me in the face all in foul swoop. So I want to know if this car is value being paid even with the possible cost of battery substitution. Also are their any ways to maybe get around the battery problem? Any info anyone can give me would be very valued.

I have a brandnew toyota corolla 2008 and milage is low. pls help?

Nimesh K questioned:

its subdue run only 2000 kms. according to the site it must give 26/36 mpg. Somehow i have another mix-up. In digital measuring device it indicates 7.5 Km/L and when i really pump fuel and calculate the trip interval using trip 1 and 2 it shows about 6 km/L. Delight tell me wheather the interval is shown in miles or kilometers in trip interval. Would the fuel efficiency get better as vehicle gets older

What is the best 2009 american 7 passenger vehicle when it comes to?

Mia questioned:

price, fuel efficiency, protection, and interval??? I am looking to buy a new car in about a week and like the look of the Tahoe but it doesn’t get the best mpg. Any view are valued or if you know of any sites that equate vehicles. Thankfulness

How mpg does the 07 grand cherokee 4×2 laredo achieve? any owners current owners here?

jcns questioned:

im closely looking at the privileged than mentioned vehicle for a possible hold,does it live up to what the sticker says about its fuel efficiency? how about its normal.tnx i be thankful for your answers
How many mpg very im sorry

seniors, or anyone with over 5 years of driving experience: are you ready for the new generation of vehicles?

gem questioned:

I have been doing some investigate into it, and I really excited about some the changes that are appearance about in the next couple of being. Between the 300 mpg aptera hybrid, the new compressed air cars by tata and some of the additional handbook by wire technologies, I am really excited! But I am unusual, just how basically will some of us who have been driving with foot joystick adapt to some of these newer forms of transportation where you handbook with joysticks or only using three wheels??
yeah the price tag on the aptera seems a bit steep, but in my case it will pay for itself in fleeting order, between my work as a minister and my secular job as on site pad repair, I handbook about 1200 miles per week, agreed our current gas prices, I unadventurously guess that I would be reduction about $7,000.00 per year in gas. That is if were to get the aptera, which I really like.. But realistically, I will probably end up with the Tata air powered car that must retail for around $16,000.00
they are both enclosed, the Tata looks similar to a conventional car, the aptera looks more like an aircraft without wings, or a spaceship if you will.

I need a vehicle, please help with some ideas?

A.C.Girl questioned:

I am looking for something along the lines of the Nissan Murano – I like those but don’t want to waste reasonably so much. I HAVE to have the rear cargo area for my precious cargo – two german shepherds. The folding rear seats are a plus, obvisouly, for the same wits. A fastidious amount of fuel-efficiency is much loved, I realize I won’t be being paid 40 mpg, but now I handbook a blazer that gets about 15 mpg – not so excellent. Any suggestions would be greatly valued!

Paid off SUV vs Hybrid?

SC82 questioned:

I have a 97 Ford Examiner that is paid off completely but unfortunately, it only gets18 city mpg and about 22 highway mpg. I know here is a shame to owning an SUV very than a small car with privileged mpg. The only problem is it’s cheaper for me to keep my suv than making car payments on a privileged efficiency vehicle. Have any of you ran into this circumstances and what did you do….. did you keep the paid off car, or did you get a more efficient one? For me, I waste about $120-$180 a month on gas. If I got a new car, I’d be making $300+ payments, plus gas, plus full coverage indemnity very than accountable in view of the fact that I’ll have a loan out on it. I know I may maybe buy an older small car but I’d like a new one in view of the fact that I ordinarily handbook the heck out of them and I know I’ll handbook it till it doesn’t run any longer. Another problem is that I have a bunch of animals and my husband & I are very outdoorsy and need the suv for hauling around all our material. I want to place less of a carbon trace but it’s pricey.
lol, we don’t have kids…. the animals really are animals. Dog, cats, rabbit and chinchilla

I read “Stingies Sippers:The 10 Most Fuel-Efficient Vehicles in the U.S.”….?

*!~Jenny~!* questioned:

The link in case you place of protection’t read the condition-

http://autos.yahoo.com/articles/autos_content_landing_pages/596/stingiest-sippers-the-10-most-fuel-efficient-vehicles-in-the-us/;_ylc=X3oDMTFkNGYxaTloBF9TAzI3MTYxNDkEc2VjA2ZwLXRvZGF5BHNsawNzdGluZ2llc3Qtc2lwcGVycw–

I mean, those cars do get sweet excellent mileage. But, what about the ancient cars that all used to make that get excellent milage? I’ve got a ‘97 For Contour (2.5L V6) & it gets 30+ mpg. Part of that depends on how hard I push it (it’s a manual) & whether I’ve been driving just in town or on road trips. What happened to the cars that used to get 40+ mpg. . . who stanch we all looked-for hybrids? I found a link that has some older cars that get that kinda mileage—

http://www.mpgomatic.com/2007/10/08/super-low-cost-high-mpg-cars-1978-1981/

So, this isn’t so much a question as to wanting to know others view. But, what do y’all reflect about whether or not the new hybrids are “better” than the older ones that get about the same mileage?

08 Prius or Civic?

Matt17 questioned:

Must we get the 2008 Hybrid Prius or the 2008 Civic EX. At 21,500 the prius expenditure about 1,000 more than the civic. but the MPG is 45 to 29. The only business that doubts me is the time, warranty, and cost of battery.
my concern is the battery, how long is it roofed below warranty ?

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