Tahoe Hybrid a Hit at the Rideshare Fair!

Today we had an awesome time at the Rideshare Fair by the County of Los Angeles. We were invited to join this fair by the Administrative Support Bureau's Chief, Joseph Simoneschi. (Thanks Joseph for the invite!) We both agreed that since the theme of the Rideshare Fair was to increase awareness of other forms of transportation such as the Metrolink, MTA buses, Vanpools, Hybrid vehicles, etc. that our new 2008 Tahoe Hybrid would be a wonderful addition to the various departments that were represented here.

Many people were surprised that there was such a thing as a Tahoe Hybrid and were blown away by the features of our vehicle such as the luxurious interior and amenities (Leather, Sunroof, DVD player, Navigation, etc.)! However at the same time, since the Tahoe Hybrid does not achieve the same MPG savings as a Toyota Prius (for example), there were some doubters as well. Here are the advantages I mentioned for those who had doubts:

• The Tahoe Hybrid has the same city MPG as a 4 Cylinder Toyota Camry even though the Tahoe Hybrid is MUCH heavier (by 2300lbs!).
• The Tahoe Hybrid has more passenger and cargo volume than any other hybrid currently in stock.
• The Tahoe Hybrid has towing capability.
• The Tahoe Hybrid has a powerful engine for merging onto the freeway especially with some of the SHORT or UPHILL freeway onramps here in L.A.
• The Tahoe Hybrid has the same MPG as a Prius when in "EV" mode and will stay in "EV" mode longer than a Prius (I actually own a 2008 Prius and it is not easy to keep it in "EV" mode.)
  
• Even the base Tahoe Hybrid is luxuriously equipped.
• The Tahoe Hybrid along with most Chevy vehicles equipped with the Driver Information Center is more advanced than anything a Prius or Civic Hybrid has to offer, ie. accurate tire pressure monitor, customize how and when your vehicle autolocks the doors, accurate oil life monitor, etc.
  
• The Tahoe Hybrid comes with Onstar which has many features such as live vehicle diagnostics, air bag deployment notification, gps location if vehicle is stolen, maintenance notification, remote unlocking if you lock your keys in your vehicle, etc.
• The Tahoe Hybrid comes with a better warranty than a Prius.

Of course I am the first to admit that the Tahoe Hybrid costs about twice as much as a Toyota Prius, but for those who really need the extra capabilities this vehicle has to offer, the choice becomes clear. Also, as I mentioned before I own a 2008 Toyota Prius, and I do think they are great hybrids as well!

In any case, it was such a pleasure talking with all the people that came to this Rideshare Fair. I also went around the booths and was interested in the Metrolink option in case I moved further away! There were many prizes as well and there was FREE popcorn to boot! Now if only they had some other food stand such as a hot dog stand, then I would have not been as hungry towards the end! Enjoy the pictures below!