December 3, 2009—La Crosse, WI. This month, hybrid technology will be celebrating its 10th anniversary. Hybrid technology was first introduced in December of 1999 when the Honda Insight made its debut as America's first gasoline‐electric hybrid vehicle. The original Insight earned an EPA highway fuel economy rating of 70 mpg. Hybrid technology drastically changed the landscape of the automotive world—and the world in general—by offering a cleaner, more efficient transportation method. The inception and evolution of hybrid technology has played a critical role in the evolving fight against global warming. Honda Motorwërks will be hosting festivities commemorating this milestone in clean energy transportation on Saturday, December 12, at Honda Motorwërks, located at 4th and Cameron Streets, La Crosse WI. Admission is free and the general public is invited to attend. Activities for the “Celebration of Hybrids” event will begin at 10:30 a.m. and will include:
(10:30 – 11:00) Panel of current hybrid drivers to answer questions regarding hybrid driving and ownership
(11:00 – 11:15) 15 minute driving clinic for participants to learn fuel efficient driving tips
(11:15 – 4:00) Hybrid test‐drives where participants can try out the driving tips they learned during the driving clinic
(11:15 – 12:00) Free tire pressure checks
(11:30 – 12:00) Special guest Eric Powers, founder of Madison’s Hybridfest, will present on the progression of hybrid awareness and provide information about this year’s Hybridfest
Green Drive Expo
(12:00 – 12:30) Special guest Bradlee Fons, founder of the Milwaukee Area Hybrid Group, along with renowned hypermiler Justin Fons will share stories and answer questions about
hypermiling, and share information about Drive $mart America
Chris Schneider, the host of the event, has been an advocate for hybrid technology since its beginning—teaching others about hybrid technology and its benefits. Chris presents at energy fairs, schools, and conferences, in addition to hosting his own events—all to raise awareness of the clean energy transportation options available. He is recognized in the industry as a hybrid technology expert—earning him the nickname “The Hybrid Guru.” Chris will be in attendance at the “Celebration of Hybrids” to answer questions and provide his “Insights.”
For more information, contact Chris Schneider at 888.434.6632 or by email at
chris‐hybridguru@centurytel.net
Thursday, December 3, 2009
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