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Ahead of the curve

Frederica Elbourne
Friday, October 26, 2012

STRETCHING the dollar in the face of high fuel prices can be daunting for vehicle owners who struggle to make ends meet.

The Toyota Prius Hybrid may just be the answer. As industry leader in fuel economy, the Toyota Prius Hybrid—sold locally by Automart—consumes a litre of fuel for every five kilometres it travels.

In the world of automobiles and fuel prices and fuel conscious vehicle owners, saving on fuel the Toyota Prius Hybrid way is a big deal.

In his testimony, one driver said he saved $15 on fuel when he drove the Toyota Prius Hybrid from Lautoka to Suva.

The good news doesn't end there. The Toyota Prius Hybrid is environment conscious with smoke-free emission. Easy on your budget, this ride is one of the best ways to hit the road as its all about maximum fuel economy.

For the hard hills, the Prius has recorded impressive economy. Since 1997, more than two million Toyota Prius Hybrids have been sold in 70 countries. The Latin term prius means "ahead of the curve".

With more than a million purchases since 2000, the United States of America takes up the largest single market share for any vehicle brand.

That says a lot about the compact fuel-squeezer and penny-pincher Toyota Prius Hybrid which became the mid-size class car in 2003. Being the second generation model, the Prius earned wide acclaim and secured a spot on America's 2004 10 Best list. Need I say more?