Hybrids

Revealed in Chicago, the Kia Optima Hybrid Superman Concept is the seventh and latest of created-for-charity one-off based around a Superhero member of DC Comics' mythical Justice League. Like all of its predecessors, this unique ride is helping raise interest in DC Entertainment's "We Can Be Heroes" giving campaign aimed at fostering support for famine Read more...

In our latest video Micah Muzio notes, "the current Avalon looks downright daring, subscribing to the bigger is better philosophy of grille design." But only after he asks, "because who wants strained conversation during double date night with that nice couple down the cul-de-sac?" If the video leaves you wanting more, our complete coverage of Read more...

Introduced in 1997 when a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline cost about a third of what it does today, Toyota's groundbreaking Prius opened the door for the hybrid revolution. Now in its third generation, the Prius dominates the hybrid segment in every worthwhile measure. While the current model is both larger and more powerful than its predecessors, Read more...

According to the latest official EPA-certified numbers, the just-launched 2013 Ford Fusion Energi has rolled into the limelight as America's most fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid sedan. Like the recently introduced Ford C-Max Energi with which it shares basic powertrain/platform elements, the Fusion Energi earns 108 MPGe city/92 MPGe highway ratings and Read more...