hybrids

New Milan Hybrid Model, Class- Leading Fuel Economy, Sophisticated Design

The Mercury Milan builds on a strong foundation of quality and reliability, adding to the mix for the 2010 model year an all-new hybrid model, more fuel-efficient gasoline powertrain options, class-exclusive technologies and a more refined, sophisticated design.

2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid: For the 2010 model year, the Mercury Milan lineup expands to include an all-new hybrid that offers class-leading fuel economy, besting the Toyota Camry hybrid by at least 6 mpg in the city; innovative new SmartGauge™ with EcoGuide coaches hybrid drivers to maximize fuel efficiency

2010 Milan and Milan Hybrid Highlights:

Now Available with Leather-Trimmed Seating Surfaces and Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

The Honda Civic Hybrid receives new exterior styling for 2009 and becomes more premium with the addition of available features that include leather-trimmed seating surfaces and steering wheel; heated front seats and side mirrors; and Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® on models equipped with the Honda Satellite-linked1 Navigation System™. Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), also known as electronic stability control, is added as standard equipment.

2009 Honda Civic Hybrid: Most efficient Civic rated at 40/45 mpg city/highway by EPA

2009 Lexus RX 400h Made History as Industry's First Hybrid Luxury Utility Vehicle

The 2009 Lexus RX 400h was the first full hybrid luxury-utility vehicle when it was introduced in 2005. The RX hybrid received styling and equipment enhancements for 2008 and carries into 2009 unchanged.

2009 Lexus RX 400h

Engine/Transmission/Drivetrain/Performance
The RX 400h hybrid combines the power of a 3.3-liter V6 gasoline engine with that of an electric drive motor to deliver performance on par with some V8-powered luxury SUVs, but with better fuel efficiency. In the all-wheel-drive model only, an additional, rear-mounted electric-drive motor/generator provides on-road, all-wheel-drive capability.

Lexus GS 450h Sport Sedan Remains the Only Hybrid in Its Segment

The Lexus GS 450h enters its third model year as still the only hybrid-powered luxury sport sedan in its segment. With its advanced technology, high performance and indulgent luxury, the rear-wheel-drive 2008 GS 450h is the premium model in the GS series.

2009 Lexus GS 450h

Engine/Transmission/Drivetrain/Performance

STANDARD EXTERIOR FEATURES
• P215/60 R16 tires with 16-inch steel wheels and wheel covers
• Temporary spare tire
• Halogen headlamps with auto on/off feature
• Daytime running lights
• Dual color-keyed power outside mirrors
• Chrome exhaust tip
• Variable intermittent wipers

2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid

STANDARD INTERIOR FEATURES
• Optitron meters
• Eight-way power driver seat and four-way manual passenger seat
• Power door locks with anti-lockout feature
• Power windows with driver's auto-down
• Cruise control
• Tilt steering wheel with audio/climate control
• Manual telescopic steering wheel
• Courtesy lamp
• Maintenance indicator
• Rear center headrests

Toyota Prius - The World's Leading Hybrid Vehicle

The Toyota Prius continues into 2009 as the best-selling gas-electric hybrid vehicle in the United States and the world. Prius also outsells some conventional midsize cars; such is the model's popularity that it has essentially become a synonym and a symbol for hybrid vehicles.

2009 Toyota Prius: The world leader in hybrid sales and technology

As other carmakers begin to introduce hybrid vehicles, the Toyota Prius is in its second generation and 11th year of production. More than one million have been sold worldwide, making Toyota the world leader in hybrid sales and technology.

Performance and Efficiency

Offering Car Consumers an affordable Hybrid Choice

Thanks to an affordable hybrid powertrain option, the all-new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid not only will be the most refined new midsize sedan in the neighborhood, but one of the most fuel-efficient, as well. Powered by the GM Hybrid System, the first-ever Malibu Hybrid delivers an EPA rating of 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway – a two-mpg increase over the non-hybrid four-cylinder model – and will be Chevrolet value-priced, offering customers an affordable hybrid choice.

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid: A refined midsize sedan

All-New Saturn Vue 2 Mode Hybrid Joins 2009 Saturn Lineup

The Saturn Vue, completely redesigned for 2008, makes history just one model year into its launch when the 2009 Saturn Vue 2 Mode Hybrid goes into production in late 2008. It is expected to be the world’s most fuel-efficient V-6 SUV, providing an estimated 50-percent increase in fuel economy compared to the non-hybrid Vue XR.

2009 Saturn Vue XR: Non-hybrid Saturn Vue

New for 2009 Saturn Vue:
* New hybrid model: Saturn Vue 2 Mode Hybrid (production begins late 2008) is GM’s first FWD application of two-mode hybrid technology (Please see separate release for details)
* “Green Line” name and badge eliminated

A True Breath Of Fresh Air: The 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid-Electric Vehicle (HEV)

Showing its commitment to improving the world’s air quality, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) introduces the all-new Mazda Tribute Hybrid-Electric Vehicle (HEV) for the 2008 model year. With a hydrogen-powered version of the RX-8 and a hydrogen-powered hybrid version of the MAZDA5 undergoing extensive testing in Japan, the Tribute HEV is the latest environmentally friendly vehicle to join the Mazda lineup. A limited-production model, the 2008 Tribute HEV made its debut at the 2007 North American International Auto Show and went on sale in California in August 2007.

Select Firestone Complete Auto Care™, Tires Plus™, ExpertTire™ and Wheel Works™ locations now service hybrid vehicles

BLOOMINGDALE, Ill., June 23, 2008 – When it comes to finding automotive service, hybrid vehicle owners no longer have to look very far. BFS Retail & Commercial Operations, LLC (BFRC), which owns and operates the largest number of company-owned automotive retail generalist stores in the world, has begun servicing hybrid vehicles at select Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, ExpertTire and Wheel Works locations.