Hybrids kinder to our world

NEW GENERATION green cars can save you money while being kinder to our fragile environment. Fuel-efficient vehicles that use hybrid technology can save you thousands of dollars on fuel bills and many tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions over the vehicles's life. Cars powered by hybrid technology use a combination of petrol and electricity. In Australia, there is only a limited range of this type of vehicle at the moment, but that is set to change as road users are warming to this new technology, especially since fuel prices have skyrocketed. The Toyota Prius and Honda's Civic IMA are the main offerings, with the Prius owning the best environment rating, making it the greenest car available on the market. The Prius has the lowest fuel-consumption rating of any vehicle on the Australian market, with an official figure of 4.4 litres per 100km. Toyota's Vic Johnston says: "Prius is rightfully recognised as the cleanest, most economical and most environmentally friendly car in Australia." The Civic is the first commercial application of HOnda's new petrol-electric system knows as Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). Having already sold well in Japan, Europe and the US, HOnda's eco-friendly IMA is now available in Australia. According to the website greeconsumerguide.com, the technical benefits of the IMA are clear: fewer emissions and higher fuel economy. The environmentally friendly Civic Hybrid delievers exceptional fuel economy, using a mere 5.3 litres for every 100km, and its ultra-low emissions help to reduce pollution by more than 800kg a year.

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