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Plugging Into the Future
Why you should consider a hybrid as your next vehicle
Story courtesy of Statepoint Content
W
ith gas prices surging and national efforts being
made to reduce carbon emissions, you may be
eyeing car models that promise to reduce or even
eliminate your reliance on gas. However, depending on your
lifestyle, location, finances, driving habits and other factors,
you may not be ready to go
fully electric just yet. The
good news? A hybrid is a
great transitional vehicle
to put you on the path to
more sustainable driving
now. Here's why:
Hybrid vehicles, which
combine smaller gas
engines with batterypowered
electric motors,
make it possible for
anyone to contribute to
the fight against carbon
emissions and reduce
their gas expenses. In fact,
today's hybrids achieve
20-35% better fuel
economy than
conventional internal
combustion engines,
according to Green
America. In the short
term, hybrids are a costeffective
option compared
with most all-electric
vehicles currently on the
market. While a batteryelectric
vehicle will save
you even further on fuel
costs down the line, the
average transaction price
for one of these rides is
still well above $60,000.
A hybrid is also a key alternative to electric vehicles for
Toyota Prius
Hybrids achieve
20-35% better
fuel economy
than conventional
internal combustion
engines.
operate, hybrids are one way to reduce carbon emissions today.
Given these varied benefits, and the rising number of
available vehicles with a hybrid power train, it's no surprise
that annual hybrid sales in the United States have more than
doubled since 2019.
As you shop around,
be sure to look for
manufacturers with
hybrids available across
their entire lineup, from
pickups and SUVs to
sedans. This will help
you find a model that
matches your needs.
Sporting blue badges,
it's easy to spot Toyota's
hybrid options on the
lot. While hybrid
technology has
historically cost more,
prices are leveling, and
budget-conscious buyers
will find options under
$30,000, including the
Corolla Hybrid and
the all-new Prius.
Boasting all the latest
HYBRIDS:
THEY ARE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY.
YOU SAVE MONEY. THEY'RE QUIET.
THEY OFTEN REQUIRE LESS MAINTENANCE.
safety and multimedia
features, along with a
sleek exterior design,
you won't have to
compromise on style
or performance in the
quest for efficiency.
Whether you are
experiencing pain at
the pump or simply want
to live more sustainably,
making your next vehicle
those who live in locations where the current electric vehicle
infrastructure doesn't yet support everyday transport, or for
those who don't own a home where they can charge a vehicle
at night. With greater fuel economy than a traditional internal
combustion engine, and requiring no lifestyle overhaul to
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a hybrid is an effortless step you can take to save money at
the gas pump and reduce your carbon footprint. 
To learn more about electrified Toyota vehicles, including
hybrids, plug-in hybrids, fuel-cell-electric and battery-electric
cars, visit toyota.com/electrified-vehicles.
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