Honda's Answer To The Prius, And MORE!
Finally it seems some carmakers have gotten the message. Most of us, at least most of my peeps, want smaller, fuel-efficient cars. And I will guarantee you that the next car I purchase will absolutely be a hybrid. So the good news for me personally and people my same boat is that our selection of models is about to get a bit larger. Honda has rolled out its plans to have a four-car hybrid lineup by 2015: the Civic; the Fit; the sporty CRZ; and, as early as next year, a hybrid-only model Honda hopes will give the Prius a environmentally friendly run for it's money so to speak.
The unnamed hybrid will debut in 2009. Like Toyota's best-selling Prius, this car would be a five-door sedan available only with a hybrid powerplant, but Honda as of now is not releasing pricing. No name, no price. Hmmm. I guess we'll find out soon enough.
Here is to more car companies jumping on board. Whether it's the ever-increasing cost of gas or the desire to go easier on the environment or both, there is need and demand for a wider selection of hybrids.
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Roxanne Kotzman is a Daily News Photo Department veteran of nine years. When she and longtime friend Stacy Long
discovered their love all of all things environmentally responsible, they launched Happy Monkey Planet and jumped head-first into the vibrant eco-community.
Wow, so much to learn! But initially the idea is a pretty simple one: Let's change the world through information, education and action.
Rox & Stacy are a lot like you: ecologically minded but sometimes just plain overwhelmed when charged with the task of making a far-reaching difference in the environment. They have jobs, families, homes, lives and pets.
But what if doing better was a simple as a light-bulb change, a reusable canvas grocery bag, recycling that soda can or a cold-water wash?
These eco-chicks just hope to have a little fun, learn a little more, share a lot of information and maybe make the planet a happier, greener, cleaner place.
That's great news. It seems to be taking carmakers a long time to realize that each and every one of them needs a Prius-like car, meaning a vehicle that's
a) instantly recognizable as a hybrid but not as plug-ugly as a Civic
b) puts a premium on gas mileage and NOT on performance (which sank Honda's Accord hybrid)
c) seats 5
I'd love to see the projected gas mileage for the Fit hybrid ...