What’s a Hybrid? Why drive one?

• Combines a gas engine with an electric motor.
• Drives like a regular car. Never needs to be plugged in for recharging.
• Regenerative braking recharges the battery when stopping or coasting.
• Very quiet. Engine stops when waiting at red light.
• Low emissions. A fraction of the smog-forming emissions compared to a traditional car.
• Tax deduction for purchasing new hybrid vehicle.

Toyota Prius

• 2004 Prius EPA estimated 61 city/52 highway/55 combined mpg.
• Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV)
  
• Battery pack is comprised of sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride modules
• Continuously variable transmission
• Energy monitor display

For more information:

• http://www.toyota.com/prius/
• http://www.hondacars.com/models/model_overview.asp?ModelName=Civic+Hybrid
• http://www.hondacars.com/models/model_overview.asp?ModelName=Insight