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Going green is prime time buzz right now and more businesses are looking at their sustainability practices, questioning what they can do better and how to cash in on the trend. The automotive industry is very visibly working through this transition and there are now many hybrid options available.

 Been thinking about buying a hybrid but not sure how to decide between them? Research now will pay off later, here are some sites that will help.

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• GreenHybrid boasts a “Real Hybrid Mileage Database” chart front and center, which graphs out mileage data entered by its users. Very active forums, a buying guide, current news, and appropriately placed ads make this a great place to begin your research.
• HybridCars provides some great news articles (including some speculation about the next generation Prius). A gas mileage calculator will help determine whether or not buying a hybrid makes sense financially. There’s also some great writing on the history and culture of hybrid technology.
• Hybrid Center presents a sophisticated comparison engine to mash up features between the models. Their buyer’s guide is also detailed and will help determine cost differences between a traditional and hybrid vehicle.