The ACEEE (American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy) uses its own methodology to determine the most environmentally friendly cars offered for sale. This year they picked 12 top candidates, including the expected electric cars (EVs), but also a variety of gasoline-electric hybrids, topped by the Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid.
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CES has always been about tech, even thought automobiles have become a bigger part of the show in recent years. The hyper-intersection of auto and tech is the autonomous vehicle (AV).
So the 2020 Fiat 500X Trekking Plus AWD we drove for a week throughout Southern California, should appeal to drivers wanting an unique looking, all-wheel drive (AWD) compact crossover to get them around town, to the beach, and to the snowy mountains for some winter skiing or boarding.
If you truly need a big hauler like this, the 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid will surely provide a worthy, fuel-efficient solution.
This is what you can get right now to solve that pickup-shaped hole in your life. The choices have never been broader or more rewarding.
Though many details are still sketchy, at CES Fisker showed a driving prototype of the Ocean compact luxury SUV, which he said will begin initial deliveries near the end of 2021 at $37,499.
In November Ford debuted the all-new, all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV. Reservations for the 2021 Mustang Mach-E First Edition model are officially full.
The 2020 Wards 10 Best Engines list, which was honed down from 26 nominees, includes four electrified powertrains, including Hyundai’s 150-kilowatt electric drive for the Kona EV and the Honda Accord Hybrid’s 2.0-liter four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine.
The 2019 Lexus RX 350 F Sport is what you will want if driving in comfort, with a cushy ride, is on your wish list.