About a week ago I found a great deal on a used 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid with low miles.  The icing on the cake was that it had one of those Yellow CARB Stickers. This was the ultimate kicker for me since I drive the 405 everyday and believe me it is absolute torture!  On the days that I carpool with my wife, the saved drive time is at least an hour each day.  Well the jig is up and the original carpool program is going to expire on January 1st, 2011.  Good thing I did not buy that Civic! Read the rest of this entry »

Lately Ford has been a car maker that is concentrating on fuel efficiency.  They entered into a licensing agreement with Toyota in order to use some of the Prius’ hybrid technology.  The New Ford Fusion is just the tip of the iceberg.  Each year is seems like Toyota is on the cutting edge of the hybrid race.  Their hybrid lineup is the largest and most fuel efficient of any manufacturer.  What makes Toyota so great is that you can buy a Certified Used Car that comes with a warranty.  Finally Honda is always in the mix not matter what.  If their Japanese counter-parts are doing something right, you can bet that Honda will no doubt try to top their rivals.  And they did just that with the New Honda Insight.  The Insight has a great starting price point and is backed by Honda Nameplate. Read the rest of this entry »