Hybrid Revolution- Everything you need to know explained here!
Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD)!
All the facts are here! Lander Toyota can help you understand this vehicle revolution
The Automotive Future is here
Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD), an innovative combination of petrol and electric. It delivers low emissions and excellent fuel economy without sacrificing performance. Toyota has already released the PRIUS, with over 1 million already sold worldwide, and is set to manufacture Hybrid Camry in Australia also! Toyota's decision is the culmination of an intensive study conducted during the past year, and reflects the federal Government's strong desire to see new, environmentally friendly technologies introduces to Australia.
The hybrid Camry is
Hybrid Camry will be the first commercially available hybrid vehicle manufactured in
The petrol engine is NOT on continuously
That is the advantage of
You don't have to plug the car in to recharge the battery!
The current hybrid Camry and Prius recharge themselves while driving! You never have to plug them into a power point. In fact there is nowhere on the car to even plug one in.
The petrol engine is not always required
Hybrid Camry and Prius can be driven for short distances on electric power only. This is particularly useful in stop-start traffic, for eliminating emissions in your garage and for quiet entry or exit through your neighbourhood.
How often you have to replace the battery
The battery is designed to last the typical life of the vehicle. It is kept at an optimum charge level, which gives it an extended life. Our confidence in hybrid technology is boosted as we now aware of many Prius vehicles exceeding 300,000 kms without the need to replace batteries. This is many times the normal use of a typical car in
Why you should choose a
Hybrids are safe
Toyota has adopted numerous safeguards, including automatic disablement mechanisms to ensure safety in the event of an accident.
They only differ slightly from 'normal' cars
In all other respects, hybrid Camry and Prius are fully normal cars capable of seating five adults comfortably. They drive like regular automatic cars, use regular unleaded fuel and have large luggage capabilities. Toyota hybrid cars are so simple to operate that they are now becoming popular rental car models in Australia. Try one for yourself next time you travel or take a test drive today.
A hybrid engine really is clean
Prius is the cleanest production family car in the world, emitting just 106g/km of carbon dioxide. It has an official combined cycle fuel consumption of 4.4 litres/100km. Carbon emissions are only one measure of a car