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Spring is in the air, so let's keep that air smelling fresh, shall we? If you aren't able to use public transportation for your daily commute, and biking is out of the question, these electric, hybrid, and small cars are able to step in when all other earth-friendly options are exhausted. We love them all for various reasons, but mostly it's because they make us feel like we're giving mother Read more
I'm all for the idea of more electric cars on the road, and the upcoming Volkswagen EV Golf Blue-E-Motion could be the sporty car city dwellers dream of. The size of the VW Golf is one that allows for easy parking in small spaces, but the interior is roomy enough to comfortably fit four for longer road trips. The new ride is scheduled to hit stateside in "late 2013," and while we can likely look Read more
Tesla announced the latest edition to its eco-friendly car lineup, the Model X, earlier this week. Staying true to its roots, the Model X will be sleek, powerful, and of course, easy on the planet, thanks to its all-electric motor. But more than just a pretty face, the Model X comes with some features you may not want to pass up. Check them out below and stay tuned for the Model X to hit the Read more
While the gadgets have been plentiful at CES in Las Vegas, over in Detroit, it's all about the cars. The 2012 North American International Auto Show kicked off this week, and there are cars of many flavors: luxurious, flashy, eco-friendly, and my favorite — mini. Tiny cars are great for big cities, but some are even better on gas. Take a gander at a few that I'd love to test-drive right away. Read more
Created by Croatian industrialist Vjekoslav Majetic, the Doking XD electric car debuted at the LA Auto Show this week. Coming in at only nine feet long, this dual-winged car can sit three people (one in the front, two in the back), and give the Smart car a run for its money when looking for tiny parking spots. Read more
Move over Batmobile, if there's one car straight from a movie we'd take home in a heartbeat, a DeLorean in the style of Back to the Future is at the top of the list. A built-in flux capacitor isn't even required. And as it turns out, the DeLorean Motor Company is still in business, repairing parts from old DMC-12 vehicles and even building new custom cars using 80 percent original DeLorean parts Read more
If you ever wanted a competitor to the Smart Car, the Scion iQ is here to fill the void. This all-electric mini car due to hit the streets in 2012 is not only adorable and eco-friendly, but a friend to short-range drivers as well — a charge gets a driving range of about 50 miles, which isn't great for commuters, but perfect for city dwellers who often find themselves faced with tricky parking Read more
Thanks in part to skyrocketing gas prices, earth-friendly electric cars are getting more popular in America. While home owners have the luxury of adding an electric car charger to their garages, apartment dwellers (like myself) are not so lucky. Fact is, I would definitely consider an electric car purchase if more charging stations were made publicly available. So imagine my excitement when I Read more
Happy Earth Day! In honor of the eco-conscious holiday, we're taking a look at five different all-electric or hybrid cars that are easier on the planet. Thanks to their low emissions and near zero gas dependencies, you'll be spending less at the pump (if anything at all!), and driving a lot cleaner in the process. Which one is your favorite? Take a look at all their features and vote in the Read more
As you may be able to tell, I'm a nerd for electric cars, and I like where things are headed. Not only do the latest models come with some hot tech stuffed inside the body, but they are moving farther away from the conventional square, boxy design. One of my new faves? The Chevy Volt. Check out the offerings from the 2011 model, which just so happened to have taken home the gold medal in this Read more
