BLACK & GREEN SCENE:
A positive auto review in The New York Times of the Mercedes S400 Hybrid -- the green version of the ultra-luxurious S550 -- cites the fact that its downsized engine coupled with hybrid technologies actually delievers mileage savings, as opposed to the piecemeal approach of competitor vehicles.
In this case, giving up a V-8 for a V-6 is a worthwhile tradeoff when coupled with hybrid technology that saves on gas and emissions overall. -- M.R.
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