Fuel prices trigger off “Hybrid-hysteria” for the Toyota Prius
With fuel prices pushing $4 a gallon, “Hybrid-hysteria” has set in among commuters looking to beat the gas pump. People are grabbing fuel efficient vehicles and hybrid cars like the Toyota Prius, sending sticker prices on a spiral upwards by as much as $5,000. With buyers shifting away from gas guzzlers, small car sales seem to be picking up, but none can match the outstanding fuel rating of the Prius at 48 mpg (city). For most buyers, this car offers a combination of generous features, eco-friendly emission levels and fuel economy. According to several dealer websites, a year-old Prius with average mileage was now fetching more than it was new, at $28,000.