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69 messages, Last post on Apr 21, 2007 at 10:43 PM
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Replying to: jeffmc (May 05, 2005 8:58 pm) I am curious to see the Tribeca, but I don't believe the Subaru image will allow it to compete with the Luxury brands. Perhaps Subaru should consider introducing it's own Luxury brand (like everyone else). They certainly have earned the right to try it. I also think hybrid technology would be an excellent fit for Subaru. I've always thought they appealed to the "green" community with a rugged, economical, wild, "outdoors" image. |
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Replying to: gagrice (May 05, 2005 10:00 pm) Gary, I debunked that "much more polluting" in the manufacturing process myth a few months ago. I went back and found my post from last time I refuted you on that point: "Gary, you are ONCE AGAIN exagerrating that "additional pollution" factor. I posted a PDF file a few days ago that showed that the "lifetime pollution" for the Hybrid was far lower than the non-hybrid similar car, even with the pollution being merely "slightly higher" in the mfg phase. Only VERY SLIGHTLY higher. The chart I saw used "giga joules" as the gauge, and the manufacturing process had Hybrids at 68 and non-hybrids at 60, but at the end, in the Lifetime measurement, the Hybrids were at 170 and the gasser at 265. So hybrids are VERY SLIGHTLY more polluting in the manufacturing process, but by the end of the life cycle the gas version has a FAR higher pollution score. So there is no "hybrid manufacturing means more pollution" factor that would keep Toyota or any other hybrid manufacturer in trouble with the EPA. ( Ford makes the Escape Hybrid here. ) I have that PDF file saved on my computer, so if anyone wants to see it, send a request to larrysing  gmail.com and I will e-mail it to you.
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Replying to: larsb (May 06, 2005 6:18 am) larsb, It is best if you don't post your e-mail address publicly in a forum. The web engines will pick it up, and the next thing you know the spammers will pick it up. Poof! There goes your inbox... |
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| luckily google mail has a pretty good spam blocking system....I will keep that in mind for the future though - thanks for the tip... | |
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Replying to: frenchorne (May 05, 2005 6:25 pm)
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Replying to: ultra64 (May 06, 2005 7:42 pm) 1 yr. better warranty AWD vs. 4WD New advanced stability control (VDIM) 18" vs. 17" wheels, better tires Better hitch capabilities Power liftgate ( this is very convenient) Superior power seat height adjustments, memory, and telescopic steering (good for shorter drivers) Free loaner cars/pickup delivery to my house One touch power windows Auto -dimming mirrors Reverse tilt mirrors and rear view camera Superior instrumentation and layout (personal preference) Driver knee airbag Xenon adaptive headlamps with washers Rain sensing wipers (this is even better than I imagined) Video system Superior Nav system upgrade with voice recognition Somewhat more cargo capacity and versatility Bluetooth capability for hands free phone (this was a must for me) The Highlander does have an option for a third row if that is important to anyone. It will likely be a big seller and very reliable. |
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Replying to: falconone (May 07, 2005 4:52 am)
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Replying to: frenchorne (May 07, 2005 2:29 pm)
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