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July/August '06 - Activists Promote the Film, Ford Retreats on Hybrids

Plugs and Cars

Tell your local dealer you’ll buy a hyrid with a plug. A year ago Ford nabbed a significant endorsement from the Sierra Club for its limited edition Mercury Mariner hybrid (29/35 mpg - gasoline only) and a promise of 250,000 hybrids by 2010. Ethanol is the alternative fuels flavor of the month, and Ford jumped on GM’s yellow bandwagon.

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DEED advertising pays off

Electric Auto Association

Larger signs were printed, too, volunteers from a local car club posting them at street corners around Manteca. DEED equity: Used EV dealer attracts diverse crowd The chapter was also creative when it came to lining-up EV dealership participation. DEED ride-and-drive event.

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Flash Drives: MPG Drive Day

Clean Fleet Report

seconds, so getting to the club or symphony on time won’t be an issue. You don’t buy a Land Rover Defender 130 for the fuel economy, but to ride in luxury and style. Subaru WRX There are not many manual transmission cars left anymore, so get on down to a Subaru dealer and take a spirited test drive. Pricing starts at $69,100.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

The 2023 Prius is arriving in North America dealers in early December 2022. The features on the 2023 Prius make it highly desirable, especially for taking long, fuel efficient road trips. 22 years later–some flash to join the fuel economy. $29,945 (AWD). Observations: 2023 Toyota Prius Hybrid.

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Flash Drive: 2024 Hyundai Kona

Clean Fleet Report

Hyundai invited automotive journalists to Baltimore, Maryland, to drive the gasoline versions, which are in dealers now. This Flash Drive is a first look at the gasoline-powered 2024 Kona, with a more detailed review upcoming where we will dive-in deeper to the driving attributes and real-world fuel economy. FWD $25,435 SEL 2.0L

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

Clean Fleet Report

The comprehensive warranty is appealing, as is the respected Lexus dealer experience—from shopping, purchase and service—that is held in high regard in the automotive industry. A bit about that Lexus dealer. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Flash Drive: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek AWD

Clean Fleet Report

The 6-speed manual has been dropped, so if having a third pedal is your thing, best get to your Subaru dealer soon for one of the 2023s. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. Please let us know your views at publisher@cleanfleetreport.com.

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