- The evolution of the engine: Green Machines
- Electricity from trees? I only run my car using Aspen amps!
- American International Auto Show inundated in hybrids. “Owning a hybrid makes owners feel good about themselves,” Esmond said. “It’s the gratification felt with fewer stops at the gas pump and the lower cost for a fill-up. Hybrids are quickly establishing themselves as a critical factor in pride of ownership.”
- EPA proposes new methods for estimating fuel economy. Under the new methods, fuel economy ratings will drop for most vehicles. EPA estimates conventional (non-hybrid) vehicles would drop on average by about 10–20% from today’s labels, while the highway estimates would drop by about 5–15%, depending on the vehicle.
