[shreezus]

Up until recently (~2022/23) Toyota had cumulatively sold more hybrids than all EVs sold by all manufacturers combined, globally. They arguably have the best hybrid drivetrain on the market, and it's gotten to the point where even the Camry (2025 onwards) are exclusively offered as hybrids now.

[princevegeta89]

>> Camry (2025 onwards) are exclusively offered as hybrids now.

This is a very dope move. Glad to hear that

[Retric]

That sounds more impressive than it is actual savings from hybrids is vastly less than EV’s and the ramp up has been extremely quick.

Combined mileage from many hybrid power trains is only ~10% better, and the technology inherently adds significant costs/complexity.

[kjkjadksj]

They were not getting 45 mpg without hybrid…

[Retric]

There isn’t a non hybrid version of the Prius with all its weight and aerodynamic features.

But there’s ~45 MPG all gas cars that have been built. Currently the best option is 39MPG combined, but that car’s aerodynamics aren’t great because hybrids can push that a little further for people who really want maximum MPG.