$100 a barrel looming near, energy efficient cars are hot, but get ready to pedal
November 17th 2007 06:53
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From Voice of America, Los Angeles Auto Show.
With oil prices approaching $100 a barrel, the hottest models at the auto show are those with fuel-efficient engines, including gasoline-electric hybrids. And, for the first time, Honda is putting on the market a hydrogen fuel cell car. Called the Honda FCX Clarity, the car will be offered for lease to specially selected customers by the middle of next year.
FCX Clarity
Small gasoline-powered vehicles are also becoming more fuel efficient, and some carmakers are gambling that consumers will want them. A company called Smart will sell tiny two-seat autos, which are already in use in Europe, on the U.S market. Ken Kettenbeil of Smart says people will notice this car.
Smart Car
Pack your running shoes, won't you?
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