I just ran across this web site from another and am very impressed. I hope to be a constructive member. I reside in East Texas and previously had a 2003 Escape that I traded in on my new 2006 Escape Hybrid. So far so good. I was most interested in what someone had to say about not trying to over do the EV mode. That's probably a good idea. I do have a thought about the spare tire issue and will shortly comment on that issue.
Looks good. And odd because I am hardly a "greenie" being a knuckle dragging right winger. I just like new technology and when I couldn't find any drivability problems I twisted the dealer's arm and we made a deal. So far so good. Very impressive. I traded in my "old" 2003 Escape and he put it on his showroom floor. The mileage increase is substantial. First tank was over 35 mpg. I can certainly live with that compared to my previous 20-21 mpg or so with the standard V6 engine and the power seems every bit as much as the older one.
Thanks for the welcome. I'll try to be a constructive member.
Don't worry about being a greenie, as the joke goes, hybrid owners come in 3 flavors, Cheapie, Techie, and Greenie. Choose 2. Besides, it's not like you're alone. http://www.greenhybrid.com/discuss/s...ead.php?t=2696
Take a moment to check out the FEH forum, read up, and ask any questions you have. Some guy wrote a pretty good FAQ there, or so I've heard, you may want to check it out.
Missouri Mule
