A hinge is provided suitable for attaching a hood to a car or truck. The
hinge includes generally tubular members sharing a common axis of
rotation. Elastomeric elements interposed between the tubular members
provide isolation between the parts of the hinge. Relative rotation
between the tubular members compresses the elastomeric elements creating
a spring-force opposing the relative rotation. The hood, hinge, and
vehicle may be configured so that the spring-force of the elastomeric
elements assists in opening and/or closing of the hood.