1.Fuel efficiency is the number one reason that compels consumers to purchase Hybrids . The Toyota Prius can get 20 to 35 percent better fuel efficiency than most other efficient conventional cars.  Electric motors don’t use any energy when the car is idling which makes them particularly efficient in traffic jams or when  driving through the city with areas that require you to stop and go frequently. The difference in fuel cost is significant, particularly if you do a lot of city driving or when gas prices soar.

2.Hybrid cars are known to produce low emissions, resulting in lower levels of carbon monoxide gases in the air. Not only does that reduce smog and lower the negative effect on the environment, but it also reduces the amount of fossil fuels consumed. Emissions levels for the Toyota Pruis are considerably less than those for conventional cars, translating into a benefit for the environment.

3.Hybrid engines generate much less noise than conventional engines. Some first-time Hybrid buyers may not even realize the car is running because they can’t hear the engine. The reduction in noise provides a more pleasant driving experience not to mention the reduction of noise that is created on busy residential streets

4.The Hybrid does not require charging before you can operate them and they can travel long distances without the concern of running out of power.  If you are traveling across country or have a long commute, you can just stop and gas up just as you would with a conventional vehicle.

5.There are tax benefits for Hybrid buyers from the federal government, providing  an extra incentive to purchase a car that is friendly to the environment and uses less resources.  There may be local area benefits as well, for example, in California, hybrid cars can use the carpool lanes on the freeway even if there’s only a single driver in the car, and the city of Santa Monica lets hybrid car drivers park at meters without paying. Other incentives may include tax credits and exemption from emissions tests.

If you are shopping for a new or certified used Hybrid, see your local St. Louis Toyota Dealer, Spirit Toyota and start doing your part to protect the environment today.