Toyota introduces the Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive
AS A domestic industry pioneer in hybrid technology, Toyota PH took it up a notch by showcasing its line of hybrid vehicles in a weekend-long event held at the Fashion Walk of the Greenbelt 5 in Makati City. For the three- day event,
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available for public viewing the four models under its belt — starting with the Prius, its pioneering hybrid vehicle. Alongside the Prius were the PriusC and the all-new Corolla Altis Hybrid.
What Toyota emphasized during the program was the importance in the continuous education of the - ern-day motorist. In line with the company’s movement toward the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050 (TEC 2050), as discussed during the Toyota Hybrid Electric Conference, it introduced the Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive that is present in its current hybrid offerings. The Hybrid Synergy Drive
that work seamlessly to minimize fuel consumption and emissions while maximizing driving performance. This technology debunks the belief that while hybrid-electric vehicles are sustainable, they lack the power that most drivers crave. With this system, Toyota promises no compromise between an environmentally-sound vehicle with its signature drive. As a surprise to most attendees, Toyota put on stage the Mirai, the brand’s newest model that runs purely on hydrogen fuel cells. Hydrogen, in itself, is lighter than air and proven
of providing performance output. The best part is that it emits only water, with no carbon emissions. The Mirai has yet to be officially launched in the Philippines, as the model on display was brought in only for viewing. On the other hand, the Toyota Prius, PriusC, and Corolla Altis Hybrid are now available for viewing and ordering at any Toyota dealership.