Today, Toyota announced that the next-generation Prius would go on sale in the U.S. in 2009. Even bigger news is that Toyota will introduce two additional hybrids. One will be a Lexus and one another Toyota.
Both will be completely new models, meaning they won’t be hybrid versions of existing cars, like the Camry Hybrid or Lexus RX 400h. The Toyota will be larger than the Prius and will be a “totally new car.” Meaning, it won’t be a Venza hybrid.
The Lexus will be based on the Prius platform, so it might become the company’s
Toyota will debut the new models at the Detroit auto show in January 2009, which no doubt has some symbolism. The company is aiming its sights squarely on the American market, and domestic automakers will be hard-pressed to come up with new models that will steal the highlight from Toyota.
Toyota reveals plan for new hybrids, including plug-in model (MotorTrend)
Original post by David Thomas
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