As part of NBC's “Green is Universal” week, Knight Rider is incorporating some environment-friendly storylines in tonight's episode of the ‘80s revival action drama.  So far, fans know that the current KITT, voiced by actor Val Kilmer, sports some solar panels and is based on the Ford Mustang.  But beyond that, producers have not disclosed information on its “fuel-efficient” qualities the next-generation vehicle could boast.

Tonight, however, fans might see a new fuel-efficient KITT hit the road in the episode called “Knight of the Zodiac.”  Read on for a preview.

In the ninth episode of Knight Rider, the government sends out a green consultant to the SSC in attempt to evaluate the KITTCave's carbon deficiency.  The consultant turns out to be an old rival and former flame of Dr. Graiman, who has now been challenged to defend and explain KITT's “green” status.  Later, Graiman reveals the next generation of KITT.

Meanwhile, Mike and KITT head to Las Vegas in an undercover mission to take on a money laundering case.  Billy also joins Mike only to end up in a romantic adventure of his own.

Don't forget to catch “Knight of the Zodiac” tonight at 8pm ET/PT on NBC.  Knight Rider stars Justin Bruening as Mike Traceur, Bruce Davison as Charles Graiman, Deanna Russo as Sarah Graiman, Paul Campbell as Billy Morgan, Sydney Tamiia Poitier as Carrie Rivai, and Yancey Arias as Alex Torres.

Knight Rider, which takes place 25 years after the original Knight Rider series starring David Hasselhoff, is almost halfway its 22-episode pilot season.  Due to strong ratings, the series is expected to return for a sophomore season though Sydney Tamiia Poitier, Yancey Arias and Bruce Davison would be leaving the series after the end of their original 13-episode commitment.  Thus, the series would be retooled around the remaining characters.


-Kris De Leon, BuddyTV Staff Columnist
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