In 2000, the Toyota Prius took the American market by storm as one of the very first hybrid cars. In 2015, the Toyota Mirai is going to be one of the very first hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
Except actually, the hydrogen fuel cell was invented in 1838. The hybrid? The turn of the last century.
Hybrids, fuel cells, and other sustainable technology has been around for a very long time. So why does it feel so new? Where have these technologies been all this time?
Until the oil crisis of the 1970's, and until scientists realized how burning oil could be adversely affecting our planet, there was never any need for alternative fuel. Yes, a hybrid is far more efficient than a gas engine-- but who cares, if gas is cheap?
At Cavender Toyota, we're glad to have a new inventory full of efficient and hybrid vehicles. Fuel efficiency saves you money, and saves the planet for all of us.
