Green car of the year: an SUV
A few years ago, who would've believed that a big honkin' American SUV would be honored by the Green Car Journal as the "Green Car of the Year." Hell has officially frozen over folks, because the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid took top honors for its 30% increase in fuel efficiency. But let's face it, considering the Tahoe's former gas mileage; the popular SUV definitely had major room for improvement. The new Tahoe gets 21mpg in the city (the same as many popular sedans) and 22 on the highway. Certainly not breaking any overall fuel efficiency records, but we must remember that we're talking about an 8-passenger tank here. With all of the major sources predicting a major spike in gas prices this holiday season, any improvement in fuel economy is looking pretty good.
Recently introducing its first hybrid pickup, Chevrolet has also been talking up its plug-in electric sedan to eco-friendly commuters. While they may not seem like the most likely candidates to revolutionize the industry, it seems that GM is taking some significant steps forward in its quest for alternative fuel vehicles.
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