NYPD Deploys 40 Nissan Altima Hybrids

While Americans have been seizing hybrid vehicles for years now, these vehicles are now also seeing use as taxis across Canada and soon in the United States. The NYPD has now decided to have a new fleet of hybrid police cars. The NYPD will be adding a total of 40 new Altima Hybrid vehicles to their fleet, 18 marked units and 22 unmarked units. Mayor Michael Bloomberg said, “Through savings in fuel, these Altimas can quickly cover their additional cost, from then they will save taxpayers money — another example of how going green is good for our environment and our pocketbooks.”

NYPD Deploys 40 Nissan Altima Hybrids

While Americans have been seizing hybrid vehicles for years now, these vehicles are now also seeing use as taxis across Canada and soon in the United States. The NYPD has now decided to have a new fleet of hybrid police cars. The NYPD will be adding a total of 40 new Altima Hybrid vehicles to their fleet, 18 marked units and 22 unmarked units. Mayor Michael Bloomberg said, “Through savings in fuel, these Altimas can quickly cover their additional cost, from then they will save taxpayers money — another example of how going green is good for our environment and our pocketbooks.”

2010 Chevrolet Equinox

2010 Chevrolet Equinox

Chevrolet’s Full-Size Hybrid Pickup Hits Showrooms

General Motor’s new Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid pickups are now arriving at dealerships, featuring an overall 25% increase in fuel economy over the base V-8 gasoline model and a 40% increase in city mileage. Prices begin at $38,995 for the Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab, two wheel drive hybrid. GM has the only two hybrid pickups offered by any automaker and those who buy may be eligible to receive a tax credit of up to $2,000.

Chevrolet’s Full-Size Hybrid Pickup Hits Showrooms

General Motor’s new Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid pickups are now arriving at dealerships, featuring an overall 25% increase in fuel economy over the base V-8 gasoline model and a 40% increase in city mileage. Prices begin at $38,995 for the Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab, two wheel drive hybrid. GM has the only two hybrid pickups offered by any automaker and those who buy may be eligible to receive a tax credit of up to $2,000.

Chevrolet Malibu, Traverse and Tahoe Hybrid named 2009 Best New Family Vehicles

A family vehicle has the characteristics of safe, roomy, and affordable. The top ten family vehicles are evaluated on factors such as resale value, fuel efficiency, capability, kid-friendliness and this year fuel economy.

 

2009 Chevrolet Malibu

The Chevrolet Malibu is a fuel friendly family sedan. Not only does it offer class leading fuel economy but it also beat the Honda Accord in the 2008 Family Sedan Comparison Test.

 

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid

Crossover vehicles continue to replace the traditional SUVs in driveways, but for families with big passenger/cargo/towing needs, the full-size SUV remains essential. The Tahoe Hybrid is as green as it gets in its category and has a towing capacity of up to 6,200 pounds.

 

2009 Chevrolet Traverse

The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is the biggest crossover on the road, yet it beats the fuel economy of many smaller three-row vehicles.

Chevrolet Malibu, Traverse and Tahoe Hybrid named 2009 Best New Family Vehicles

A family vehicle has the characteristics of safe, roomy, and affordable. The top ten family vehicles are evaluated on factors such as resale value, fuel efficiency, capability, kid-friendliness and this year fuel economy.

 

2009 Chevrolet Malibu

The Chevrolet Malibu is a fuel friendly family sedan. Not only does it offer class leading fuel economy but it also beat the Honda Accord in the 2008 Family Sedan Comparison Test.

 

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid

Crossover vehicles continue to replace the traditional SUVs in driveways, but for families with big passenger/cargo/towing needs, the full-size SUV remains essential. The Tahoe Hybrid is as green as it gets in its category and has a towing capacity of up to 6,200 pounds.

 

2009 Chevrolet Traverse

The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is the biggest crossover on the road, yet it beats the fuel economy of many smaller three-row vehicles.

 

 

2009 Saturn Vue Used to Showcase Future Green Powertrain Solutions in EcoCAR Challenge

Nearly 200 future engineers from 17 universities are getting an opportunity to show their talents and knowledge in developing a next generation propulsion system for the EcoCAR challenge. The competition is a three-year engineering competition headlined by General Motors and the U.S. Department of Energy. Each team will focus on the execution of an alternatively powered powertrain system while maintaining the performance, safety, and consumer appeal of their 2009 Saturn Vue crossover. Each Vue will have the following common characteristics:

 

•Plug-in capability

•Lithium-ion battery technology

•Use of a renewable energy source

•Vehicle must retain the safety and real-world performance characteristics of the Saturn Vue

 

Each team has revealed their architectures of choice for their Vue crossovers. There are four different types which are: Extended Range Electric Vehicles, Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles, Full Function Electric Vehicle, and Fuel Cell Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle.

2009 Saturn Vue Used to Showcase Future Green Powertrain Solutions in EcoCAR Challenge

Nearly 200 future engineers from 17 universities are getting an opportunity to show their talents and knowledge in developing a next generation propulsion system for the EcoCAR challenge. The competition is a three-year engineering competition headlined by General Motors and the U.S. Department of Energy. Each team will focus on the execution of an alternatively powered powertrain system while maintaining the performance, safety, and consumer appeal of their 2009 Saturn Vue crossover. Each Vue will have the following common characteristics:

 

•Plug-in capability

•Lithium-ion battery technology

•Use of a renewable energy source

•Vehicle must retain the safety and real-world performance characteristics of the Saturn Vue

 

Each team has revealed their architectures of choice for their Vue crossovers. There are four different types which are: Extended Range Electric Vehicles, Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles, Full Function Electric Vehicle, and Fuel Cell Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle.