2001 Toyota Prius Hybrid Road Test

"It's important to do everything we can to reduce greenhouse gases and smog right now, and hybrid technology is a big intermediate step toward the totally pollution-free transportation we're ultimately aiming for," said renowned environmental advocate David Suzuki, who recently previewed the first North American models and subsequently became North America's first Prius customer. "A lot less fuel is consumed and a lot fewer emissions are produced so I feel better when I have to drive a car, and the Prius I've been testing responds like a conventionally powered car. It's user friendly. It's quiet. There just aren't any more excuses. This technology cuts energy consumption by about 50 per cent and that's what we have to do to protect the climate."

The Toyota Prius Hybrid EV is a practical alternative for those seeking eco-friendly, economical and expectedly reliable transportation.