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Saturday, Nov 15
2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid: First Drive
Overview We found that the Ford Escape Hybrid was the most fuel-efficient SUV available, with 26 mpg overall in our 2005 test, but that mileage came at a price. The engine was noisy, the steering lacked feedback, and electronic stability control (ESC) wasn't even offered. Although thi...
Wednesday, Oct 8
Taking charge: Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid
Several companies have begun converting Toyota Priuses and Ford Escape Hybrids to plug-in vehicles. Having watched this aftermarket industry develop, we have had our Prius Touring converted to a plug-in for evaluation, sacrificing a factory warranty for science. Toyota, too, has tak...
Tuesday, Sep 30
Ford plugs in the Escape
Using a 10 kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery, Ford claims the cars can go up to 30 miles on an electric charge and up to 40 mph on battery power only. We didn’t have a chance to drive 30 miles, but were easily able to hit 40 mph on our test-track ride evaluation loop.
Monday, Jul 30
From the logbook: Ford Escape
Much nicer than the 'newer' Ford Edge...seems roomier with more head room, better visibility, and decent cargo space." Four-speed automatic transmission hunts between 3rd and 4th when climbing hills on the highway." This is a good, small SUV."
Tuesday, Jul 17
Small SUVs aren’t so small anymore
There’s no contest when it comes to safety equipment: the 2008 Escape has standard side- and curtain air bags, ABS, and stability control. The 1991 Explorer had none of these features. In fact, it didn’t even come with dual front air bags, but the Explorer did have rear-only ABS. Seeing as the...
Wednesday, May 23
Greener Taxis coming to New York City
After October 2008, the mayor wants all new yellow cabs coming into the New York's fleet to be capable of at least 25 mpg (based on the new city-cycle Environmental Protection Agency ratings), using gasoline-electric hybrid powertrains. A year later, the mayor's plan calls for new cabs t...
