cont…Latest Family Cars

Here are the other five latest Family Cars:

2008 Dodge Avenger

Call it the Charger’s bratty cousin. Or the Chrysler Sebring’s cool brother.

Call it the Charger’s bratty cousin. Or the Chrysler Sebring’s cool brother. Either one works – the Avenger looks like a smaller Charger, and mechanically, it’s close to the Sebring. A 173-horsepower 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine is standard, and options include 2.7- and 3.5-litre V-6s – the 3.5, part of the R/T package, cranks out 235 h.p. The Avenger has room for five, and features include a dashboard compartment that can chill up to four 350-ml beverage cans. Standard are air conditioning, power windows/locks/mirrors, tilt/telescoping steering wheel and side-curtain airbags. Options include a sunroof, two-tone leather seats, rear-seat DVD entertainment unit and traction and stability control. www.dodge.ca

2008 Honda Civic

When the Honda Civic was launched way back in 1972, it was one of the most economical cars on the road…

When the Honda Civic was launched back in 1972, it was one of the most economical cars on the road. Now, 36 years later, the Civic has matured. With the arrival last year of Honda’s entry-level Fit, the sleek new Civic moves slightly upmarket, but it’s still plenty of car for the money. There are six trim levels. The base engine is a 140-horsepower 1.8-litre four, while a 197-h.p. 2.0 is the domain of the Si coupe and a new sedan. The Civic Hybrid gets power from an electric motor and a 90-h.p. 1.3-litre four. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, with a five-speed automatic optional. The Si gets a six-speed manual, while the Hybrid has a continuously variable unit. www.honda.ca

2008 Kia Rondo

Physically, the Rondo bears a passing resemblance to Kia’s mid-size Magentis sedan.

The Rondo resembles Kia’s Magentis sedan, but it’s nearly 25 centimetres taller. The Rondo’s interior is a model of practicality with lots of storage bins and cupholders. Both split-folding second- and optional third-row seats drop down flat. The base engine is a 162-horsepower 2.4-litre four with four-speed automatic transmission. For a bit more zip there’s a 182-h.p., 2.7-litre V-6 and five-speed automatic. Either powertrain can be had in base LX or optional EX trim. Standard are alloy wheels, a power package and a full range of safety equipment, including six airbags. Air conditioning is optional on the LX, but comes with the EX, as do heated outside mirrors, keyless remote entry, cruise control and more. www.kia.ca

2008 Pontiac G6

The 2008 G6 line has something for just about everyone, from thrifty family sedan to wind-in-your-hair…

The 2008 G6 line has something for everyone, from thrifty family sedan to wind-in-your-hair freeway cruiser thanks to a sleek retractable-hardtop convertible model. The base sedan comes with a 164-horsepower 2.4-litre four-cylinder or optional 219-h.p. 3.5-litre V-6. The latter is standard on the GT sedan and GT coupe/convertible, with a 222-h.p. 3.9-litre V-6 as an option. The performance-inspired GXP sedan and coupe come with a 252-h.p. 3.6-litre V-6. The 2.4 and the 3.5 are mated to four-speed automatic transmissions, the 3.9 comes with a six-speed manual and the 3.6 with a six-speed automatic. Side-impact airbags and anti-lock brakes are part the standard-equipment bundle. gm.ca

2009 Toyota Corolla

Now in its 10th generation, the ever-popular Toyota Corolla is all new for 2009.

Now in its 10th generation, the Toyota Corolla is all new for 2009. Toyota turned its traditional development model inside out: Instead of developing a Corolla first for the Japanese market then adapting the design, Toyota set out to create a global standard car, incorporating the needs of drivers worldwide. Canadian-built and featuring a new body, chassis and suspension — along with more power — the ’09 Corolla is also roomier than its predecessor. There are two new four-cylinder engines: 1.8-litre or 2.4-litre — and three transmissions: five-speed manual and four- and five-speed automatics. Also new is electric power steering that eliminates hydraulic components and offers better control.

Source[canada.com]

 

Latest Family Cars

Vehicles with four doors, ample room, style, comfort and hight tech features are appropriate for family use. There are lots of latest family cars to choose from and here are they:

2008 Chevrolet Malibu

This new Malibu is better in every way, beginning with a highly detailed dual grille, rounded-off hood…

 

Chevrolet has its style groove back. This new Malibu — named the 2008 North American Car of the Year — begins with a highly detailed dual grille, rounded-off hood and deftly formed fenders, roofline and rear deck. The cabin includes a prominent control panel flanked by recessed gauges. The new Malibu is longer, which translates into more room and an improved ride. The base engine is a 164-horsepower 2.4-litre four-cylinder; a 252-h.p. 3.6-litre V-6 is optional. The Malibu Hybrid combines an electric motor with the 2.4-cylinder base engine. Expect LS units to come with the usual air/tilt/power grouping, six airbags and ABS. The LT and LTZ add more features with a larger sunroof and premium audio. gm.ca

2008 Ford Taurus

 

For the Taurus transformation, the former Five Hundred receives a bolder look highlighted by a grille…

The Taurus is back. Known as the Five Hundred in recent years, the car gets a bolder look inspired by Ford’s smaller Fusion sedan. The hood has been restyled, taillights are new and side mirrors have been reshaped to reduce wind noise. The engine is attached to the body structure with vibration-reducing hydraulic mounts. The Taurus’s 263-horsepower 3.5-litre V-6 should hold its own against the competition. For 2008, the only available transmission will be a six-speed automatic. Both sedan and wagon arrive in SEL and higher Limited trim levels. Beyond all-wheel drive, the options list for both models is highlighted by power-adjustable pedals, reverse warning system and a power moonroof. www.ford.ca

2008 Honda Accord

The Honda Accord has grown up in size, shape and substance for 2008.

The Honda Accord has grown in size, shape and substance for 2008. This flagship model is a great passenger car — confirmed by the Accord EX winning the 2008 “Best New Family Car” title from the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada. The looks have been sharpened and the car is roomier than ever. There are new suspension components, lower centre of gravity and new engine mounts. Four-wheel disc brakes are standard, and the sedan gets a 177-horsepower 2.4-litre four-cylinder, while the coupe’s is tweaked to 190 h.p. A 268-h.p. 3.5-litre V-6 is optional. Honda’s Variable Cylinder Management, on V-6 automatic-transmission models, allows the engine to use three, four or all six cylinders depending on load. www.honda.ca

2008 Mini Clubman

The Clubman isn’t radically different from our beloved Cooper that was redesigned for 2007 – it’s just…

The Clubman isn’t radically different from the Mini Cooper — it’s just bigger. The additional wheelbase translates to more rear passenger room. In back, double swing-out doors replace the Cooper’s hatch and a small passenger-side rear doorlet is aimed at improving access to the rear seating. A 118-horsepower 1.6-litre four-cylinder is standard; turbocharged 175-h.p. version can be had in the S models. Both are bolted to six-speed manual transmissions or optional six-speed automatics. The Clubman’s rear seats can be ordered in bucket-seat fashion to fit two, or a bench for three. The rear seatbacks fold forward for increased cargo room. www.mini.ca

2008 Saturn Aura

The Saturn Aura’s launch last year was significant signalling a desire for this General Motors division…

The Saturn Aura’s launch last year was significant, signalling a desire for this General Motors division to lead the way. The base Aura XE comes with your choice of a 2.4-litre four or a 219-horsepower 3.5-litre V-6 with four-speed automatic transmission. The premium XR has a 252-h.p. 3.6-litre four-cam V-6 and a six-speed automatic transmission. The Aura Green Line hybrid combines the four-cylinder gas engine with a helper electric motor for a calculated increase in fuel economy of about 25 per cent over the base four-cylinder gas-only model. Content includes climate control, power adjustable driver’s seat, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, six airbags, traction control and a one-year subscription to OnStar. gm.ca

Source[canada.com]

 

 

The Latest in New Tech Vehicles

It is not impossible for the vehicle to become better and safer in the future since we already have the most advanced technology that can be used in transforming its look and the act of driving. In fact, there are now inventions of new devices and features introduced by some car manufacturers that really make a big difference on vehicles.

Here are the lists of the latest in new tech vehicles sourced from autos.canada.com

1. Structural Health Monitor – this suspension that diagnoses its own breakdown was built by Purdue University scientists. It features a string of sensors placed in areas of the car prone to breakdown such as struts and bolts. This sensor analyzes vibration within the suspension and feeds the date to a computer that analyzes each part’s performance.
2. Smart Parking – this was developed by Peter Frise, a professor of automotive engineering at the University of Windsor, Ont. This is designed to take the fear out of parallel parking. It consists of a miniature wide-angled camera fixed just above the license plate. This works in such a way hat when a parking spot comes into view, the driver presses a button and lets the car park itself. To see if the car is slipping effortlessly into the tight space, the dashboard-mounted screen is needed.
3. Self-driving cars – one of these self-driving cars is designed by the scientists at Stanford University. They had created a vamped-up Volkswagen Touareg known as Stanley, which monitors a constant stream of data from three calculations of items such as wheel spin to continually keep itself on course.
4. Nano Paint or Mood Ring-Style Paint – This paint that changes color based on the weather was developed by a German chemist. It reacts to shifting humidity, light, heat and cold by fusing flecks of gold on to glass particles several times smaller than viruses. Depending on the weather, its cluster clings together or expands and unique patterns of infrared and near-infrared light reflection are produced, which the eye interprets as different colors. However, since the vehicle changes colors on different weather conditions, the owner might end up misplacing the car.
5. Self-repairing Paint – The pint has a Scratch Guard Coat which is an elastic, water-repellant resin that promises to repair its own minor scratches caused by car wash machines, failed parking attempts, fingernails or even key-wielding hooligans.

 

Meet Electrum Spyder

You had probably noticed that the electric cars show up in the news all the time. Well, it is obviously because they are one of the latest trends on cars. Electric cars are one of the top interest of people since they create less pollution, news story about hybrid cars usually talks about electric cars as well, and they are powered by fuel cells.

Electric cars are also called weird cars because of their unusual body design. But definitely not until you get the chance to see one of its model, which is the Electrum Spyder. This electric convertible car has a sporty look that can only accommodate the driver and one passenger. Aside from its unique design, you will surely love to own this vehicle since it features outstanding speed without emission.

(Source) The Electrum Spyder is an exciting two passenger convertible all electric freeway flier that is available in a limited production. Powered by a 300 vdc system, the Spyder provides an effective range of up to 150 miles at a top speed of approximately 100 miles per hour on a full charge using Nickel Metal Hydride batteries, standard in all of our vehicles. As with all of our Electrum series, the Spyder can be up graded to lithium ion batteries with a range of up to 250 miles on a single charge.

 

Downsides to Owning a Hybrid Vehicle

Currently, there is a need to cut back the excessive consumption of fuel since oil prices continue to increase along with depleting supplies and rapid growth in demand. But thanks to the research and development team who continue to find ways on how to decrease the very high demand of oil. They had invented the hybrid car, which brings hope to many car owners and users.

To some, hybrid car is an electrical vehicle since the power of the conventional gasoline and electricity is combined. Yes, in the form of stored electricity in the batteries, it uses 40% of vehicle consumption from electrical sources but technically it is not a pure electric vehicle.

This hybrid car is prepared to face a complete run out of oil supplies in the future and currently this brings a lot of saving on the part of car owner. At any rate, the overall consumption of oil could be significantly lowered using this hybrid car. Let us just hope that the research is still on going in order to develop further better versions of modern hybrid vehicle that will really prepare everything in the near future

As the latest trend on vehicles nowadays, may people wants to own this hybrid car. But just like any other technologies, there are hinders to owning and using this kind of vehicle. Here are the lists of obvious downsides:

1. Because the hybrid car technology is still a relatively new car technology, it is just logical that the vehicle is expensive. On the average, a hybrid car these days costs more than the regular and usual cars by around $2,000 to $5,000. That is just right and is expected with the high demand for the car as more consumers get excited about it and manufacturers continue to produce the vehicle models on a limited ability.

2. Any hybrid car needs to allot a significant amount of space for battery. Because the hybrid car needs batteries to keep it going and for the use of some if its functions, the overall weight of the car gets more and more.

3. There are several states in the United States and some other global governments globally that are charging more additional fees and other charges for acquisition and registration.

4. If the hybrid car gets into possible crashes and collisions in the future, there is a risk that the incident would be more tragic. A hybrid car typically and normally has high voltage wires within it.

5. A regular and even simple hybrid car is made of a very complicated car system. Thus, ordinary mechanics would not have the needed and required skills and knowledge to attend to any technical need for maintenance of any hybrid car.

6. Because hybrid cars are still not too rampant and ordinary, buying spare parts may be very hard, if not impossible. Further, costs of spare parts can be very expensive.

7. It is a common knowledge that hybrid cars run slower than regular car models.

Source [Hybrid Cars: List of Real Drawbacks to Owning a Hybrid Vehicle]

 

Literally Green and Eco Cars

If you can’t afford the latest hybrid cars, why not customize whatever vehicle you drive to make it one of those Green and Eco Cars, LITERALLY!

Here are the green machines. Source [Eco Friend]

A car stuffed with a bit of turf and real grasses to make it a green machine. What a great idea! It doesn’t really matter what engine type you have under the hood as long as you maintain watering it and that’s it!

The Ultimate Eco Car… Source [Eco Friend]

The man behind this ultimate eco car is Vasily Lazarenko, a Ukranian. He made the car’s body with thousand of oak parts, which makes it pretty strong but heavy. It is powered by an old 1981 Opel engine so its serius acceleration and top speed are in doubts. Although uniquely designed, car makers are not likely to accept this one. But still, I give my thumbs up to this man for such cleverness!

 

Why Choose Hybrid Cars?

On my previous post, I gave you the Top 5 Dream Cars. If you’ll noticed most of them are hybrid cars, which are actually the latest trend on cars.

But why choose hybrid cars?

Aside from its sense of style, hybrid car is an economical choice with today’s rising gas prices. Even if getting a hybrid car is way expensive, this will end up being cost-effective when you start seeing all the gas saving you had every month. Less fuel consumption also means a great help to the environment so there is actually tax deductions on hybrid cars. You can even enjoy benefits like car pool lane entry and free parking so why not a hybrid car! These are obvious reasons why people are aiming to have this latest innovation on car.

This time I will give you the Top Five Hybrid Cars sourced from buyingacar.suite101.com. This will again serve as your guide if you plan to buy one.

Top 1: Toyota Prius Hybrid

The Prius engine — a 1.4 liter, four cylinder DOHC, 16-valve, gas-electric wonder — delivers speed, agility and handling with enough style for any taste. And while the interior has modern details (push button start, in-dash modular shift stick, space-age computer console), there’s enough classic design in there to satisfy even most traditionalists.

Top 2: Honda Civic Hybrid

With an estimated 49 mpg city and 51 mpg highway, Honda’s Civic Hybrid is a fuel-efficient powerhouse, which comes from its agile 4hp, 1.3 liter SOHC, 8-valve gas-electric engine. The engine has a distinct whine when accelerating fast and then whooshes into an airplane-like sound once the gas kicks in.

Top 3: Toyota Camry Hybrid

Toyota has combined the styling, luxury and reliability of the Camry with its “hybrid synergy drive” to capture an estimated 40 mpg city and 38 mpg highway. (In our road test, we were disappointed to get an average 24 mpg). Toyota’s Camry Hybrid runs on a super fast 147 hp, 2.4 liter, four-cylinder 2AZ-FXE Atkinson-cycle engine. But the engine seemed secondary to the inside of the bright red Toyota Camry Hybrid LXE we tested several weeks ago.

Top 4: Honda Accord Hybrid

Billed as America’s first V6 hybrid, the Honda Accord Hybrid certainly lives up to its speedy status. In our road test, we found the Honda Accord Hybrid to be a quick, responsive, agile and fuel efficient with an average 25 mpg. The interior styling, however, seemed to lack some refinement for the $30,000 MSRP price. Lots of black plastic and shiny metal tends to dull the senses, rather enliven the driving experience. Honda Accord models received a top safety pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for their good crash test records.

Top 5: Lexus GS 450h

Compared to its gas-powered, full-throated cousin, the Lexus GS, the 450h does seem to lag behind a touch in acceleration. Lexus, however, claims the GS 450h goes from zero to 60 mpg in approximately 5.2 seconds, which surpasses some competitive V8 vehicles.

 

Accentuate your Vehicle with the Latest Car Accessories

Most car owners would want to make their vehicle really awesome. They believe that vehicles do not only require spare parts but also the accessories that would increase the luxurious feel of the car. But really, car accessories are not only made to style your vehicle because they are specially designed to also boost its performance, and to even secure your driving. It is for this reason that car accessories are not anymore a luxury but a necessity. If you are one of those car owners who are willing to spend extra dollars for the add-on parts, here are the lists of the latest trend in car accessories sourced from cardecorindia.com

1. Car Entertainment – Techie as it is, Video along with the Audios are the latest in car entertainment nowadays. People do not just want a sound on their vehicle for they want this Audio Video that will let them feel like their on a full home theater. The companies like pioneer, Alpine, Sony, JVC, Kenwood and others, are now providing heavy amplifiers, with matching woofers, speakers, and tweeters so that sound will come with a real BLAST.

To complete your Audio Video System here are its components:

• Casette Players
• CD Changers
• CD Players
• Speakers
• Amplifiers
• Equalizers
• Video Screens

2. Lightnings - Stunning as it is, people want to install their vehicle with different lights that has special lightning effects. They use under body neon lights and graphic stickers that reflect different lights that are noticeable especially in the dark. There is actually huge range of other light fittings such as Wipers, Fog Lights, L.E.D’s, and Neons.

3. Exterior Accessories – Obviously, these are the easily seen and noticed car accessories that include the rear and front bumpers, side view mirrors, side steps, body kits, bars, and many others. Most exterior accessories are also considered as safety features since they protect the other parts of your vehicle from falling off during collisions. Because of their dual function as styling and safety feature, make sure that you only get high-quality parts.

4. Interior Accessories – These add a homey feel on your vehicle while changing its interior look. Some change their whole seat with the sporty one to have a cool ride. Most guys prefer to change their gear knobs, gear shaft covers, pedal covers since they want something new and striking on their car. Few might be interested in changing the steering wheel for it requires an expert to do the installation.

5. Alloy and Extra Fittings – A sportier look of your vehicle can be achieved by trying those Tires, Silencer Cover, or Rims. Alloy rims are offered in different designs and sizes that you can choose from. Remember to choose the one that matches the specifications of your vehicle to end up with tires or rims that complement with the body of your vehicle.

6. Electronics – Specially designed as a styling and safety feature, the Anti Theft security system prevents your vehicle from being stolen. It comes with various features such as immobilizer, ignition cut-off, alarm, stereo protection and many others that assure a total control on your car’s security. The leading manufacturers of this part are Black Cat, Nippin, Vision, etc.

The next time you want to modify your vehicle, you can include these car accessories on your list. These are widely available in the market nowadays. You can get them at your local auto parts store and online stores but just make sure to get the high quality ones to have the hottest car in town.

For now, these are the latest trend in car accessories but I’ll keep you updated on this.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Top 5 Dream Cars

Nowadays, it is unimaginable to go in life without a car. It has become a necessity of modern life where most are finding it hard to commute. Mostly, cars are ideal for family use. It is a compulsion for them to own a car instantly since dropping children at school, visiting the markets for shopping, and taking family travels would be more convenient.

If you are one of those who are pressured to get a car, let me give you the top five dream cars sourced from askmen.com. This will keep you updated with the latest trends on car that most people are dreaming and going crazy about.

Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead
This is the world’s largest convertible that gained the most votes, making it the king of the countdown. Its every panel has been reworked except for the hand-molded aluminum space frame case that is in accord with the base phantom. This has, a 10-inch shorter wheelbase and a slightly better tuned direct injection, 6.7 liter, V12, provoking 453 horsepower, mated to a six speed ZF gear.

Audi R8
Since then, the R8’s exceptional performance and visual prowess are recognized, making it the top 2 dream cars. This has already outdone the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, Aston Martin Vantage and the BMW M6 with a 0-60 mph time of 4.0 seconds, a quarter mile run of 12.5 seconds a 113.2 mph, and a max speed of 187 mph.

Bentley Brooklands
The Brookland was initially inaugurated in 1992, and its second coming made it to the top 3 dream cars. It returned in the form of a two door, four seat coupe and with more powerful engine. This has a six-speed auto-stick as the powerplant is a dual turbocharged, 6.75 liter, 8 cylinder, which tallies 530 horsepower and 774 lb-ft of torque.

Aston Martin DBS
This is originated from the 2+2 setup DB9 and was presented in a two seat coupe to go up against with its origin. The DBS was welded with a bonded chassis made of aluminum, lightweight magnesium alloy and carbon fiber composite and was marked as the first commercially produced vehicle to incorporate such a considerable use of of carbon fiber body panels. Making it to the top 4, this has six speed manual transmission and $265,000 sticker.

Lexus IS-F
This is crafted on a highly modified skeleton of the IS 250 and 350 sedans. It utilizes an aluminum block, 32valve, DOHC, 5.0 liter V8, with an intelligent variable valve timing configuration and direct to cylinder injection with secondary port injectors, amassing 416 horsepower and more than 370 lb-ft of torque. Aside from this, its aesthetics that includes a bulging hood, sleek front fenders and vents, rear deck spoiler and quad tail afterburners are also the basis why this IS-F made it to the top 5.

Whatever is your dream car or the car that you currently own, you want to have them or you already have them because it necessitates on your way of living. Be it a family car or a sports car, it is more thrilling if you are diving the latest cars that most people dream for, such as those models listed above. They do not only have the most appealing look for they are designed to meet rigorous emission levels for pollution. And cars that are fuel efficient means optimum engine performance that you can never imagine.

 

2007 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Car: My Family’s Great Investment

For some people, owning a car is a luxury but for me it really depends on ones lifestyle and job nature. Two years ago, I’ve worked as a supervisor on a large auto store. I was indeed exposed to the world of automobiles but the odd thing is I did not own a car and I did not even know how to drive. My office was just few kilometers away from my place that is why I had not thought of getting one for myself. Back then, it was impractical for me to worry on the vehicle’s gas that is so expensive, its maintenance, and the parking fees since the public transport is more convenient.

When I got married, I quitted on my job since my husband was permanently assigned here in Los Angeles. I am now a full time mother of an adorable 2 year old boy and I can’t afford to miss the early stage of his growing up. Even though I am faced to a new career as a mom, I would say that my passion for cars has never ended. I am so crazy about the latest trend on cars that made me bought the outstanding 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and learned how to drive. This model features a fuel-efficient gas engine combined with electric motor that assists the engine for an outstanding performance. This is also a 4-door, 5-passenger sedan which makes it a family car.

Below are the engine specs:

Standard Engine: 2.4L I4

Standard Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic

Cylinders: 4

Horsepower @ RPM: 164@6400

Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 24 / 32

Combined Fuel Economy: 27

EPA Class

Mid-Size

Number of Valves: 16

Torque @ RPM: 159@5000 (foot-lbs)

Fuel Type/System: Hybrid Gas/Electric / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected

Turbo (yes/no): No

Overdrive Transmission: Yes

Compression: 10.4

Displacement: 2401 / 147

Bore X Stroke: 3.46×3.85

Cruising Range: 432

Power To Weight Ratio: Not Listed

Final Drive Ratio: 3.05

Valves Configuration: Dual Overhead Cam/Twin Overhead Cam

For more information, here is the Hybrid Powertrain Details from autobloggreen.com

The ‘08 Malibu Hybrid is equipped with the GM Hybrid system, which consists of:

• A precision electric Motor/Generator Unit replaces the conventional alternator. The 36-volt system is capable of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm) of auto-start torque
• Innovative power electronics that precisely control the Motor/Generator System
• A nickel metal hydride (NiMH) hybrid battery pack that is capable of delivering and receiving more than 10,000 watts of peak power. The pack consists of three 12V NiMH cassettes in series totaling 36 volts. Each cassette includes two 12V NiMH modules in parallel. They are located in the front of the trunk, taking up a minimal amount of cargo space

This reduces the fuel consumption by:

• Shutting off the engine when the vehicle is stopped, to minimize idling
• Restarting the engine promptly when the brake pedal is released
• Using the motor/generator to bolster the gasoline engine at wide-open throttle, such as during acceleration or a passing maneuver
• Enabling early fuel shut-off during vehicle deceleration
• Capturing vehicle kinetic energy during deceleration through regenerative braking to charge the advanced nickel metal hydride battery
• Performing intelligent battery charging when it is most efficient

For me, car is a family thing which made me choose this 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid. It does not only suit our family lifestyle especially while taking travels or trips for this is also one way to help on saving the environment. This hybrid car is way expensive but you are assured that the quality of ride and its being safe to the environment were never compromised. Thus, if you are planning to get a family car, have this model as your great investment.