Some news that some of you can use ...

Paul
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http://www.nydailynews.com/business/...p-344506c.html

Taxpayers who buy a Toyota Prius, whether a 2005 or 2006 model, will enjoy a tax credit of $3,150, the IRS said.

 

I have heard that it isn't cost-effective to buy a Prius in the hopes that your improved fuel economy will save you cash -- it generally takes about 100,000 miles for the cheaper gas costs to equal the increase in vehicle price.

BUT -- benefits like these sure change things! Tax breaks, carpool lanes and on-ramp priority, social awareness, a fundamental change in driving habits, etc... sure makes it look more and more appealing!

 

no breaks for accord hybrid?

 

Prius and civic hybrid pay off after 75k of driving.
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/c...6/overview.htm

But as scionlife said, there's more than just $$$ involved. When a person buys a corvette they typically are buying for a very emotional reason. Same thing with many buyers of Priusususus. Many are making a statement and are doing it because it's the right thing to do.

Toyota is planning on giving a hybrid option on their complete line within 6 years.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060401/...e/japan_toyota

If only there was a hybrid xB. I'd ****** it up immediately! And add a plug in option. I like the Prius technology, but it's not a body shape that will fit my lifestyle. Unfortunately, with Scion being the "youth" brand, I doubt we'll see it till the last year because of the added expense.

 

I would love to see the new 2.4l Camry Hyrbid that gets around 39mpg while upping acceleration and HP stuffed into my Scion TC!