Reviewed on November 3, 2009Lexus' new cabin tech suite helps the 2010 RX 450h keep on par with other car tech leaders, but the hybrid power train gives it a greater edge, delivering superior fuel economy and low emissions.TAGS:Lexus, motor, engine, economy, SUV, vehicle, car, city, power
Reviewed on July 7, 2009The 2010 Toyota Prius is a better car than its predecessor, although there are some areas, especially in the cabin, where we would have liked to see more improvement.TAGS:Toyota Prius, accelerator, acceleration, power
Reviewed on August 28, 2009We like that the HS250h packs a good deal of cabin tech and luxurious refinements, but we wonder if the decidedly average fuel economy is worth the additional complexity of the hybrid drivetrain.TAGS:Lexus, Toyota Prius, economy, power, controller, battery
Reviewed on May 16, 2005As the first luxury SUV hybrid, the Lexus RX 400h makes a good first impression with its power, its fuel efficiency, and its technology.TAGS:Lexus, motor, vehicle, engine, power, car
Reviewed on October 31, 2006Denon's AVR-2307CI delivers a strong combination of advanced audio/video features and high-end sound quality at a great price, but its HDMI shortfalls keep it from being a slam-dunk.TAGS:Denon, receiver, HDMI, power, music
Reviewed on December 15, 2008Although still a fuel economy champion, the 2008 Toyota Prius is about to be replaced by a new generation that should be better in every way. The car is a great commuter, but wait for the 2010 model.TAGS:Toyota Prius, car, engine, battery, digital music, power
Reviewed on December 11, 2007With its distinctive high-revving rotary engine and comic book exterior styling, the Mazda RX-8 differentiates from the competition. Its cabin tech is badly outdated, but that doesn't stop it from being a blast to drive.TAGS:Mazda Motor Corp., clutch, traction, engine, run, car, power
Reviewed on October 24, 2008The 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid is the best value in a full-size hybrid tech-loaded SUV and will save plenty of money at the pump if you need a vehicle of this size.TAGS:SUV, economy, engine, San Francisco, power