Green Cadillac: Style meets hybrid propulsion in EscaladeIf you’ve been thinking about acquiring one of those large, luxurious SUVs, but can’t come to grips with 12 mpg, say hello to the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid. The 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid marks the first application of a gasoline-electric hybrid propulsion system in the large luxury SUV segment.

Ford Flex hauls families in styleThe all-new 2009 Ford Flex is an out-of-the-ordinary alternative for those who need room for six or seven passengers. Built off the Taurus platform, Flex features an attention-grabbing wagonlike shape that was inspired by vintage vacuum cleaners.

Evolution of the crossoverThe newest segment of family vehicles is the crossover, which combines the room of an SUV with the ride and fuel economy of a car. Here are some key vehicles in the history of the fastest-growing automotive segment.