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, engine, car, battery, digital music, power
Reviewed on May 12, 2005Thanks to a seamless and sophisticated power system, the 2005 Toyota Prius delivers excellent gas mileage and comfort, making it the best hybrid on the road today.TAGS:Toyota Prius, hybrid car, gas, car, battery
Reviewed on May 11, 2005Honda takes an old favorite and makes it even more ecofriendly and economical, but the Civic Hybrid can't keep up with the Toyota Prius's performance.TAGS:Toyota Prius, motor, engine, car, battery
Reviewed on February 11, 2009While the 2010 Honda Insight EX with navigation may not be as mileage-friendly as the Prius, it represents a much better value and is more fun to drive.TAGS:Toyota Prius, economy, engine, vehicle
Reviewed on June 4, 2009Although its cabin tech is behind the times, the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid provides an easy and comfortable driving experience while delivering excellent fuel economy and extremely low emissions.TAGS:Toyota Prius, cabin, engine, car, animation, battery, LCD
Reviewed on May 10, 2005The 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid delivers plenty of power and digital entertainment features, but its thirsty engine keeps it from ruling the road.TAGS:Toyota Prius, car, engine, battery
Reviewed on May 11, 2005Ford's 2005 Escape Hybrid, the first hybrid SUV, drives off with a winning combo of power and good fuel economy, but be prepared to pay a premium.TAGS:Toyota Prius, SUV, motor, engine, economy, road, battery
Reviewed on April 16, 2007Honda's reputation for practical economy is shown in the Civic Hybrid, well-built and simply designed to sip fuel. Interior tech options are usefully done, making this Honda a great commuter sedan.TAGS:Los Angeles, Toyota Prius, route, San Francisco
Reviewed on June 14, 2005The Highlander Hybrid delivers efficient power and drives better than the average SUV, but it skimps on dashboard gadgets.TAGS:motor, SUV, Toyota Prius, Lexus, economy, engine, touch screen, LCD
May 22, 2006Do-it-yourself modifications lead to better fuel economy, less annoying beeping and more diagnostic data. Photos: CalCars' souped-up hybridTAGS:Toyota Prius, hybrid car, hack, hacking, owner, car, president, idea
April 25, 2006Better batteries, some solar power and help from large auto manufacturers could make gas stations a distant memory. Photos: From gas guzzler to green machineTAGS:Toyota Prius, mile, kit, car, battery
April 28, 2006Maybe yes, maybe no. A lot depends on where you live and how your electricity gets produced.
Photos: A souped-up Prius TAGS:coal, electricity, Toyota Prius, pollution, hybrid car, car
October 26, 2007More sophisticated electronics can mean more time-consuming--and tedious--setup. Is help on the way?
Images: Carnegie Mellon's car navigation systemTAGS:car, Toyota Prius, automobile company
November 29, 2004Hyperion is giving its employees the dough if they buy cars that get 45 miles per gallon and meet a strict emissions standard.TAGS:Hyperion Solutions Corp., Toyota Prius, car, worker, U.S.
October 10, 2006The Prius hybrid is just the start of the Japanese carmaker's efforts to tap into alternative fuels. Photos: Fueling Toyota's futureTAGS:alternative fuel, car, Toyota Prius, Japan, Brazil, U.S., battery
August 25, 2006We probably have about 50 years of "cheap" oil left. CNET's Brian Cooley offers his take on the Seven Horsemen of the Automotive Apocalypse.TAGS:Toyota Prius, car