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Archive for the ‘Safety Ratings’ Category

November 3rd, 2007

Snow chains for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

There’s been a lot of concern over whether or not to put chains on the HiHy. No one likes to switch to snow tires in the winter, but some drivers are going places that all-weather just won’t do the job.

By Hilary -- 1 comment

November 3rd, 2007

Best Tires for the Toyota Prius

We went to the owners driving in places like New Hampshire, Ontario, and Minnesota who say these are the best tires for the Toyota Prius:

By Hilary -- 1 comment

October 19th, 2007

Phony Fuel Additives Harmful to Cars & Drivers

Taking the “no harm - no foul” approach, they’ll waste a few pennies on these … not paying any mind to what might happen to their car because of these products. Or what will happen to them.

By Hilary -- 5 comments

October 14th, 2007

Stealth Assassins: Are Hybrids Hazards for the Blind?

 Can we talk about the blind for a moment? There’s all this hoopla over hybrids being too quiet that more hybrids on the road mean streets will be more dangerous for the disabled.
I’ve heard a few people say that as long as drivers and pedestrians obey current laws, there shouldn’t be a problem. But what […]

By Hilary -- 0 comments

September 14th, 2007

AltWheels Alternative Transportation & Energy Festival

When?
September 28 & 29, 2007
Where?
Boston City Hall Plaza
What?
The 5th Annual Alternative Transportation & Energy Festival!  
This Friday and Saturday event is chock full of activities to help show you how to lead a greener lifestyle, and will showcase some of the latest innovations in environmentally-friendly travel.  It’s also just a few days after my 30th […]

By Hilary -- 0 comments

September 9th, 2007

Hybrid Safety

A mom at another site had asked about the safety of hybrid cars. It makes sense. Many hybrid models are lighter weight than their gas/diesel-engine counterparts, which could have a difference on the road. My first car was a Geo Metro, and I loved it, but too big of a dip in the pavement could […]

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