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1 World's Most Expensive Hybrid - So Pretty, So Pricey
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2 Semi-Geeky Toyota IQ Revealed in Geneva
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3 Daily Tech: Stanza Is a Comprehensive E-Book iPhone App
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4 Is the Lexus HS Hybrid the Geekiest Car on the Road? Maybe!
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5 Daily Tech: Toyota's Plug-In Hybrid Prius Coming 2011
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6 Daily Tech: Lego Big Mac Combo Is Good For Your Health
Lego Big Mac Combo meal is better for your health than the real thing — Oh Gizmo! True Lore social network brings out your inner werewolf — Switched Create your own Google Map envelopes — Unplggd Battlestar Galactica fans building a working Raider — Dvice TiVo's got something up its sleeve, and it looks like it's gonna be big — Gizmodo Porsche is revving up the 911 hybrid — Crave Read more
Good news! Toyota's highly anticipated, affordable Prius plug-in hybrid will makes it way to the US in late 2011 — Engadget Ahh, I'm loving these paper MacBook Pro cards — Gizmodo Apple's shipping delays of the 27-inch iMac may be because of the high volume of sales — CNET Kotaku gives us a preview of the gaming scene for 2010 — Kotaku Vaja unveils new luxurious mouse pads — Read more
I'm not a total gearhead, but I know a good car when I see one. I am especially intrigued by hybrid and fuel efficient cars, well, because I'm kinda cheap and like to save money. Although I personally don't have a car, I could see myself splurging on a Lexus HS Hybrid for more than one reason. View 5 Photos ›Photo 1Photo 2Photo 3Photo 4Photo 5 First, the HS has a ton (and I do mean a ton) Read more
Want a good e-book reader iPhone app? The new version of Stanza offers many useful features including a book wide search. — Wired Here are nine different ways to watch TV and movies that don't break the bank. — Unplggd NASA astronaut Mike Massimino is using Twitter to let his fans, friends and family about his training and everyday activities. — Switched Head on over to Amazon to find a Read more
At first glance, it looks uber geeky with the Trekkie-like LCD dashboard and 5.8-inch nav screen control area, but the newest ultra compact to hit the streets from Toyota could stand to up the geek factor a bit. Unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show Tuesday, the Toyota IQ's engineering innovations allow for more room inside — despite the tiny 9-foot length, which makes it perfect for those tight Read more
A lot of you agreed that we didn't really need a grape-apple hybrid. However, what do you think of a strawberry-chocolate hybrid? Tokyo-based Fresh Functional Food Composite (FCOM) is using infusion technology to create white-chocolate strawberries and chocolate currants. They first freeze dry the fruit, thus removing any water, and infuse it with chocolate. The company has also previously Read more
"I'm trying to get a Hummer one designed." - Paris Hilton, on purchasing a hybrid vehicle. Source and Source Read more
I'm in the market for a new car and every time I talk about it, someone tells me I have to get a hybrid. Of course, it seems like a great idea: Gas is through the roof these days and hybrid vehicles get access to those coveted carpool lanes, not to mention free toll across the Golden Gate Bridge and all the eco-consciousness that goes along with driving one. Toyota has announced the pricing Read more
Unrest in the Middle East and the closing of American refineries have gas prices going up, up, and away for US consumers. Analysts are predicting that the prices may continue to rise. But don't worry, there are a number of methods to save on refueling your car. Here are some tips: Spend to Save: Look for deals around you that will help you save on your gas. For example, you can choose to Read more
Happy Earth Day! In honor of the eco-conscious holiday, we're taking a look at five different all-electric or hybrid cars that are easier on the planet. Thanks to their low emissions and near zero gas dependencies, you'll be spending less at the pump (if anything at all!), and driving a lot cleaner in the process. Which one is your favorite? Take a look at all their features and vote in the Read more
