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Honda Launches Hybrid Billboard Advertising
Posted by Nick Broughall at 3:49 PM on January 5, 2009
If there's a better way to broadcast the environmental friendliness of your hybrid and efficient cars than creating a "hybrid" billboard with solar panels and green energy, I've yet to see it. According to Gizmag, Honda's new billboards - created by APN outdoor - are going up around Australia to coincide with the launch of their Accord Euro car, which interestingly isn't a hybrid. We're not entirely sure what the solar panels are powering, but if nothing else, they certainly look green. Kudos Honda.
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I never expected the world's first mass produced, plug-in hybrid car to pop up for sale in China, mecca of e-waste and air pollution. But BYD Auto did just that with the F3DM. 
At a summit today in San Francisco, Intel CTO Justin Rattner discussed some of Intel's R&D plans on creating components that were more self-sufficient, eco-friendly and helpful in the fight against global warming.
You know that plug-in hybrid revolution everyone keeps talking about? Well, apparently this is what it is going to look like. If Piaggio keeps its word, the first mass-produced plug-in hybrid vehicle will be an updated version of its 
When I did the first walkthrough of my current apartment, I failed to notice that the kitchen sink does not have a separate spray hose. The digs are nice but that would have been a dealbreaker! Paini has the right idea though with their Hybrid I-KIC faucet. As you can see in the tantalising image above, it has a flexible base, so you can get a direct stream of water where you need it. Plus, it features an LED illuminated dial that gives you an idea of the water temperature through colour changes. No word on pricing, but products that combine style and functionality never come cheap.
In these uncertain financial times, buying in bulk is a good way to save some extra cash. Whether you are looking for razorblades, TP or electric sports cars—Sam's Club has you covered. Their "Once-In-A-Lifetime Electric Super Car Package" includes Hybrid Technologies' new electric sports car with a top speed of 240kph, a 5 second 0-100 time and a range of 320km along with an invite to a race track in LA (with first-class airfare and accommodations) to put the car through its paces. Hybrid Technologies will even ship the car to your home free of charge after your racetrack experience. All you need is a Sam's Club membership (check), $US100K to burn (damn), and be the first to complete the purchase online starting after 12 p.m. CST on November 12, 2008. [
If the 
Once we learned that the Fisker Karma hybrid sports car would produce 
If you are looking for a self-driving car, now you can buy the ByWire XGV, the modified Ford Escape that got third place at the 
According to Ronn Motors, the Scorpion supercar will not only achieve 0-100 kph in just 3.5 seconds, but also earns green credentials by getting 17 kilometres per litre. This trick is achieved by having a hydrogen-hybrid engine under the hood (also known as hydrogen injection, Water4Gas or HHO.) Small doses of hydrogen are generated and fed into the fuel mixture, making for a more efficient burn. Apparently this technology is a little controversial, but that hasn't stopped Ronn from putting together a bloody good looking car around that special engine, as the second photo underlines.
