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Drive Green: Toyota's Prius 2016 rewrites hybrid rules

Jan. 4, 2016

At a recent launch of Toyota’s all new Toyota Prius, the word was unmistakably that the 2016 Toyota Prius will be rewriting the hybrid rulebook that it created. With a price tag starting at $24,200 for the Prius Two model and up to $30,000 for the Prius Four Touring, the 2016 Prius line offers car buyers many choices.  

Arlington entrepreneur markets mobile solar systems for off-grid use

Sunraiden's solar kits are designed for off-grid use such as supplying power for outdoor appliances, backyard workshops or small dwellings in remote areas. Photos courtesy of Sunraiden.

Dec. 1, 2015

Michael Sewanaku of Arlington is hoping his new enterprise selling mobile solar systems will redeem himself for his early career choice. 

Exxon researched climate change for 10 years, then funded denial

Exxon's Richard Werthamer (right) and Edward Garvey (left) are aboard the company's Esso Atlantic tanker working on a project to measure the carbon dioxide levels in the ocean and atmosphere. The project ran from 1979 to 1982. Courtesy of Richard Werthamer/Inside Climate News

Nov. 17, 2015

Drive Green: 2016 Chevy Volt hybrid rolls out with upgrades

Nov. 16, 2015

If you are in the market for a snazzy electric vehicle with the security of a gas-powered range extender, then the 2016 Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid might be for you. The 2016 is an upgraded, second generation model that offers 53 miles of EV range and about 420 miles of total driving range. Price starts at $33,995.