Self-charging hybrid car ownership is booming in rural Ireland and cities, and has increased by 43 per cent in Galway compared to last year. Toyota hybrid's market share now accounts for 74 per cent of sales in Galway, according to the latest SIMI figures .
Toyota, a leader in hybrid space, was responsible for 71 per cent of the self-charging category sales, having invested in hybrid technology more than 20 years ago.
Toyota says its investment has showcased its foresight in knowing what customers want, and now is Ireland’s best-selling car brand where 92 per cent of its car sales are self-charging hybrids.
Since the launch of the first hybrid Toyota has made significant technological advancements to the point where the latest self-charging hybrid cars now drive in zero-emissions mode for 62 per cent of the time on average, according to a UCD report, and up to 80 per cent in urban areas, according to Toyota Motor Italy, Rome study on Yaris self-charging hybrids.
Commenting on the hybrid growth story, Tony Burke, dealer principal at Tony Burke Motors, says it comes as no surprise to see Galway customers embracing hybrid, experiencing first hand how much they can save in fuel compared with a conventional car, without the range anxiety of needing to plug-in.
"Toyota self-charging hybrid cars emit up to 90 per cent less NOx emissions than a competing diesel car meaning cleaner air for everyone. With two exciting new models coming in December, the Yaris Cross hybrid and RAV4 Plug-in hybrid with an electric range of up to 90kms, Toyota hopes to further strengthen its position as Ireland’s most electrified car brand.”
For more information on Toyota hybrid range contact Tony Burke Motors 091 480123 or email: [email protected]
