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Fuel prices are hovering near record levels, while turmoil in the Middle East threatens to cut off supplies of petroleum. Meteorologists predict another year of record heat and high hurricane activity as some skeptics start to accept the threat of global warming.

It's no wonder American motorists have begun to think twice about the cars, trucks, and crossovers they buy. Wherever you turn these days, you hear people talking about hybrids, diesels, ethanol, and fuel-cell vehicles. But what exactly do these terms mean? Can they really reduce your fuel bills, trim back on imported oil, and lower harmful automotive emissions? Are any of these products are right for you? And are there any downsides?

TheCarConnection wants you to know all about "green machines" -- whether you're looking for a hybrid vehicle, a fuel-cell car, an electric SUV or a diesel commuter car.

See TCC’s hybrid buyer’s guide for more information on shopping for your next vehicle.

Thursday, November 15, 2007 at 12:45PMGM Bringing Fuel Cells HomeProgram puts experimental vehicles in drivers’ hands.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at 11:10PMHonda Sets Fuel-Cell Plans in L.A.Calif. families will get green cars in ’08.

Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at 11:56AMFisker Previews Plug-In LuxosedanGreen-chic sports sedan planned for 2009.
Monday, October 29, 2007 at 11:16PMMazda: Zoom-Zoom Going GreenSustainable enthusiasm springs at Japanese brand.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 8:43PMFirst Ride: Tesla RoadsterTesla inches closer to electric-car reality.
Thursday, October 4, 2007 at 3:52PMToyota Getting Hammered by GreensCAFE stance pits Prius builder against greens.
Monday, October 1, 2007 at 7:43AMVW May Build Diesels in the U.S.No timeline given; “Father Knows Best” out.
Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 5:19PMDetroit Loses Vt. CO2 BattleState can write greenhouse-gas laws.
Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 5:16PMBricklin Plots 100-MPG Plug-InModel to seek $10M Automotive X Prize.
Wednesday, September 5, 2007 at 3:01PMFisker Plans Hybrid Concept in DetroitCoachbuilder rolling out premium plug-in hybrid.

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