Markets are hard to predict, says Andrew Gordon. But government policy isn’t. That’s why the effective nationalization of the auto industry is a gift to investors. It virtually assures the death of the SUV and rise of the hybrid car. Andrew says this means small-cap battery maker Ener1 (AMEX:HEV) has an “awesome future.”

We shouldn’t get too attached to low gas prices, says Keith Fitz-Gerald. Crude oil prices will soar before long, making driving an expensive habit again. But Keith says savvy investors can ‘hedge’ against this rise by buying into these three oil and gas ETFs now.

“It’s just crazy to think of oil over $100,” one snowy-haired gentleman said. “It will be interesting to see what happens when it goes to $150″ says Justice Litle.