The Prius has become the poster child car of the new reality of high energy costs and environmental awareness. The hybrid car has been a huge success after its introduction years ago. And where are the US car makers' designs? Surely they could have foreseen higher gas prices. And they've had plenty of time to react to the Pri

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Road & Track has published preliminary information on the new Honda hybrid, a 2010 model to be ready in the US by late 2009. The car will use Nickel/metal-hydride batteries rather than Lithium-ion batteries. The gas engine specifications aren't disclosed yet, but the base price is expected to be $19,000. The car is position

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