[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.