Thursday, May 21, 2009

LoveToKnow: Green Living
A one-stop ecologically sound website that offers information on everything green, including hybrid cars. You'll find articles such as Hybrid Car Batteries, Hybrid Car Company Names, Investment Return on Hybrid Car and the Best Hybrid Cars.

Ford Hybrids
Ford is "going green" and this site has all the details and articles to prove it. Find out how the LA County lifeguards use the Escape Hybrid to help with their work. You can even read reviews by customers who have purchased these hybrids.
How Do Hybrid Cars Work?
Article that outlines how a hybrid car saves money by using the best fuel efficiency possible. You'll also find articles on topics, such as hydrogen cars and the fuel cell car. You can even get mileage tips to get the most out of your hybrid or get 2007 hybrid car reviews.
Rent a Hybrid Car
Not sure if you want to purchase a hybrid or if it would really save you money? Hybrid car rentals can give you a taste of what the car is like, without the commitment of purchasing it outright. You can also get info on the tax break for buying hybrid.

A Guide to Hybrid Car Rentals
A comprehensive guide about green cars and renting them that will help you make your family vacation a success without leaving behind a huge carbon footprint. Also offers reviews on the Ford Escape Hybrid, a cute little SUV with great gas mileage.

Green Car Rental Companies
Nice list of car rental companies that offer hybrid car rentals around the United States, including big names like Enterprise. You'll also find information on living green in general and get a huge selection of eco-friendly products in the online store.

Wikipedia: Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Wonderful encyclopedia-like resource that delves into information such as the history of hybrids, an explanation of the technology, information on legislation and incentives and the environmental impact. Also check out the list of hybrid vehicles.

Water to Gas
While you have to be careful with any conversion kit as it could void your warranty, you might want to experiment with a very old car and see if this mileage saver works. Many consumers have had success and increased gas mileage by 10 or more miles per gallon.

Best Hybrid and Economical Cars
List of the best hybrids from a year and a half ago. Although the list needs to be updated, you can still get some great ideas of cars you might want to purchase, including used cars that are a couple of years old. You'll also find a guide for shopping online for a car.

GM Hybrids
Company offers a nice selection of hybrid vehicles, including the Chevy Malibu Hybrid, Saturn Vue, Saturn Aura Hybrid, Chevy Tahoe Hybrid and the GMC Yukon Hybrid. You can drag the vehicles into a drop box and compare features and pricing.

Top 10 Scientific Facts About Hybrid Cars
Quick look into the scientifics behind hybrid automobiles. Offers breaking news on technologies around the world. Be sure to check out the special report that breaks down the real cost of owning a hybrid vehicle and whether the savings are worth it.

eBay Motors
Millions of auto buyers use this popular auction site to find good deals on hybrid vehicles from both dealers and individuals. Buyer protection plans are available to protect consumers as are useful tips on how to buy and bid online.
Edmunds
Official web site and notorious publication reviews the best cars to own, including some hybrids. You'll also find articles on topics such as "The Top 10 Ways to Waste Gas". Read reviews on the Saturn 2008 Aura Hybrid and the Chevy Malibu Hybrid.
Yahoo Autos
Shop for hybrid and green cars around the country at this site. You'll find information on the different green car technologies currently available as well as links to cars for sale, both new and used. Also offers a community where you can chat with other hybrid owners.

Treehugger: Sexiest Green Cars
Really neat concept in website design. Focuses on becoming greening, the best hybrid cars and saving money on fuel costs. For example, learn all about the Smartuki, based around a motorcycle engine and small enough to fit between the two full-size cars in your garage.

Toyota Hybrid
The Toyota Prius is an interesting, green car. You can check out the different packages available on this car, but the base price starts around $21,000.00, making it fairly affordable. Build your own package with the things you want or find a dealer nearby.

The Auto Channel
Well-known and respected consumer magazine about automobiles. Find out what Cars.com's top picks for the latest hybrid vehicles are. Be sure to read the article on not letting high fuel costs make you do goofy things and one called the hybrid buyer's guide.

Honda
This auto manufacturer also offers hybrid vehicles. The website lists three interesting hybrid vehicles: the Civic Hybrid Sedan, the Civic GX Natural Gas vehicle and the FCX Clarity Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle. Prices are competitive.

Hybrid Travelers
An online community for those who want to help the environment by buying earth friendly cars, such as the hybrid. Has a really cute early adopter drive it feature. Get the latest news on hybrids and then find out what incentives are offered for yours.

Chrysler Hybrids
Soon, Chrysler will release the 2009 Aspen Hybrid SUV. Offers a two mode hemi, 20 miles per gallon on the highway, can tow up to 6,000 pounds and style and class. Sign up for the free newsletter to receive regular updates about this car and its availability.