Public safety on Los Angeles’ sandy beaches is the primary concern of County lifeguards, who use a fleet of 45 customized Escape Hybrids to patrol 72 miles of coastline. Escape Hybrids have become critical tools for the lifeguards stationed in Malibu, for example. Last October, they used three Escape Hybrids and an F-350 in the [...]

There’s a nip in the air and a fat man in a red suit on the way. That means it’s time to buy a Christmas tree. But what kind should you buy? Artificial, fresh cut or live? And what variety? This depends on the length of time you wish to keep the tree inside. If [...]

If you’re looking for hybrids with some of the latest safety features to help you stay safe on the roads, look to Ford trucks. The Dearborn-based automaker has a trio of hybrid trucks available for drivers to choose from – the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute and Mercury Mariner. Each model uses a similar platform and [...]

Have you ever seen the show Beach Patrol? If not, it’s a reality TV show that’s much like Cops. But this show follows the lifeguards and security guards that patrol the beaches of Miami and other coastal cities. Now, some of those people who safeguard the beaches will be getting some new hybrid SUVs as a [...]