Interview: Ford’s Electrified Future
Ford wants to be recognized as a future-looking company, so they have 13 hybrids and full-electric cars scheduled for release between now and 2020, part of Ford’s electrified future.
Hybrid Cars
Comparison Test: 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid and Energi
If you want an attractive, comfortable midsize sedan with a little greener perspective, try one of Ford’s two greener Fusions–2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid and Energi.
Comparison Test: 2017 Hyundai Ioniq EV and Hybrid
the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq comes as a hybrid or battery-powered all-electric car. A plug-in hybrid will fill out the line next year.
First Drive: 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid AWD
The 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid is a formidable vehicle, rightfully occupying a spot on top of the brand’s portfolio. It has power, reasonable fuel economy for the size and heft of the SUV, and a variety of standard and optional technology that slot it squarely in the sweet spot of the market.
News: 2018 Buick LaCrosse Gets Mild Electrification
The 2018 Buick LaCrosse will expand its engine options and add a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a side of light electrification.
News: Say Goodbye to the Lexus CT 200h
It was recently announced that the Lexus CT 200h hybrid hatchback will not return to the U.S. market for the 2018 model year.
Top 10 Best MPG AWD SUVs/Crossovers
Sport utility vehicles and crossovers are popular because they are functional. One trip to Costco is enough to convince many families that a Prius won’t cut it. Regular trips up to the mountains in the winter to ski could similarly motivate a car buyer to look for an all-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive vehicle rather than the front-wheel drive found on most high-mileage hybrids. All of which leaves the environmentally conscious consumer with some tough choices.
Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid
The 2017 Kia Niro is a remarkably handsome compact crossover, but still earns the kind of fuel economy numbers that are the reason why people buy hybrids.
News: WAJ Media Day Offers Preview of Upcoming Test Drives
Once a year a group of automotive journalists including Clean Fleet Report gathers at WAH Media Day to drive a selection of the latest models available.
Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid
The 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid adds excellent fuel economy to the common crossover attributes–a taller ride height with more interior passenger and storage space.