The other thing to keep in mind with a
hybrid is that the “electric” part only works in the
stopping/starting modes. So if the commute is on freeway or high speeds,
you’re using gas, not electricity. We live 45 miles from jobs and
have looked at hybrids. Not for us…we drove Geo/Chevy Metros for
years.
Jannelle
Jannelle Wilde & Adam Falk
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Yoncalla OR 97499
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A few months ago, my husband and I relocated to a new home way out in the
country. We did this so that I could have direct access to trails
without having to trailer out. My husband's commute to work almost
doubled; it went from 17 miles to 30 miles (and yes, I love him very much
for making this sacrifice for me!). He is an office worker so he
goes to work 5 days a week. We're looking into buying a hybrid car for
him. Our current car gets about 20 MPH. We're very excited
about the hybrid; it generally gets 60 MPH! But we have no
experience with hybrids. I was shocked to learn that the Toyota
Prius doesn't even have a transmission! Do any one you know of a website
or any other resource that I can research these vehicles? If you have a
personal experience with them, I would love to hear that too.
