Toyota unveils new Prius in bid to push hybrids amid rise of EVs
Toyota Motor Corp. on Wednesday unveiled the latest iteration of its flagship Prius hybrid car with improved acceleration performance, emphasizing its stance that hybrid cars are still a viable option in achieving carbon neutrality amid the rising popularity of electric vehicles. The latest model, its fifth generation, marks the first full-model change of the car in about seven years. The Japanese carmaker said it has made the vehicle's exterior design sportier while adopting the latest hybrid system to realize high fuel efficiency. In Japan, the new Prius will go on sale this winter while its plug-in hybrid model is expected to hit the domestic market next spring, Toyota said. It will also sell the latest model in other areas including North America and Europe.
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