Note: Our continued thoughts and prayers to the victims of the tragedy in Japan. We also extend our sympathy to other folks suffering throughout the world…
Eco-friendly sports car on a relative budget? Is it possible?
My first product review is only a preliminary look — but I wanted to share my initial excitement with our readers! I’ll most likely follow-up with more information at a future date.
The review below is uncompensated — the car was purchased by Bessie and I.
Special thanks to the following folks at Boch Honda (Norwood, MA) for a smooth business transaction:
- Ernie Boch, Jr., Owner
- Mark Doran, General Manager
- Marc Heroux, Sales and Leasing Consultant
Here’s a brief rundown about our car:
- Engineering is superb
- Safety stuff galore
- Hybrid using proven technology
- 2-seater with hatch
- 6-speed manual transmission (automatic transmission [CVT] is available)
- Navigation with voice recognition, including for other functions
- Bluetooth to integrate cell phone
- Nice tight handling — wicked fun to drive!
- 3 modes on gas consumption: economy, normal and sport
- Gazillions of other features!
I don’t impress easily, but to me, this car has it all. I love the sensual body shape, reminiscent of the CR-X from the 1980′s. The hybrid technology married to a sporty 6-speed stick is a thing of beauty.
Below are some pics of our new puppy…
So far, so good — we love the car and highly recommend you check it out, if you are eco-conscious sports car lover on a relative budget. The MSRP on our model (top-of-the-line) is around $24k.
Be well…
Claude DiDomenica
Co-founder, Columnist and Blogmaster
Secretary of Innovation
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Sammy Davis, Jr. {left} & Roy Wilkins {far right} (1963 Civil Rights March on Washington, DC)
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