s safe for their families as well as for the environment before succumbing to a new way of driving. Ripley (2003) explains, "The Civic Hybrid uses a small gasoline engine coupled with an electric motor to provide excellent fuel economy and good performance" (p. 1). This system, called the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system, is a well-known Honda patented version.
             In reviewing where the hybrid began and compare it to where it is now, many automobile manufacturers are joining the cause to create the new, better hybrid vehicle. For example, on January 6, 2004, Lexus announced their plans to introduce a luxury hybrid SUV, in 2004. The RX400 SUV will be the first hybrid in the Lexus line and seats five people comfortably (Lexus.com).
             After hearing a brief history on AFV's, we would like to offer a few of the advantages of adding AFV's to the Lotus fleet. The primary advantages of including AFV's in our fleet include fuel/gas savings, less maintenance, emission redu
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