So, I mostly just find myself inundated with hybrids lately

I sorta quit watching the ones on the road.

What I have been watching, however, is the tech for things like the Volt. And the new Nissan Leaf.

That's interesting stuff. I'd like to see the Volt revive GM. The design is attractive (unlike most of the rest of GMs' line, which is boring and yawnworthy). I mean, don't get me wrong. I loved my old Chevy Trailblazer. If they ever came up with a Trailblazer that was hybrid and got at least 30 mpg, I'd be there with cash in hand.

But, most of their cars? *Yawn*

I dunno about the Nissan Leaf yet. On the one hand, I like the idea of an all-electric car. On the other, I realize that they're just not practical unless you live in a major city and have no designs for traveling anywhere that isn't in a major city or along an interstate that is populated by electric charging stations. See that coming anytime soon? Nah.

Still, the idea has merit. Okay, okay... so next is the "what about electric? the power comes from coal-fired plants!" Alright. Sure. It does sometimes. Unless, like me, you live in a nuclear power zone.

Still... do you want to contain dangerous emissions from over a few thousand power plants, or from millions of automobiles? Obviously, it'd be easier to address pollution at the source. The power plant itself.

For now, I keep watching the hybrids.

And wondering how long before the joiners who snapped up a Prius when they traded their old SUVs will miss having a truck and trade that Prius back in to the dealership. ;)

Maybe then I'll actually consider buying one used. For now, I love my Honda Civic. Great mileage, lower price. :)