When the Toyota Prius was originally launched in 1996, it sent shockwaves through the motoring world. Consuming just 65.7 mpg (25 mpg less than the average vehicle) and being exempt from road tax charging on account of the fact that it omitted just 104g/km of C02; Toyota was perfectly positioned to ride out the impending storm caused by rising fuel prices.
Despite becoming a favourite of Hollywood celebrities keen to be seen as being environmentally conscious, the Prius failed to become overly popular with the average motorists. This was despite the fact that a MoneySupermarket.com survey recently revealed that 65% of motorists are keen to purchase a more environmentally friendly vehicle. Continue Reading →




