Crash test ratings: hybrid cars (i.e., Toyota Prius) are safer for drivers and protect passengers better than conventional gas-only cars, as hybrid cars are heavier with large batteries and two engines

A latest report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found hybrid cars (such as Toyota Prius) are safer for drivers and protect passengers better than conventional gas-only cars.   Hybrids vehicle are safer in collision as those cars shielding their owners and passengers from injuries in crashes.  One of the top reasons was due to hybrid cars are heavier with large batteries and two engines.  Click here to download the full report.

Researchers at the IIHS, an independent and nonprofit agency, found that the chances of being injured in the agency’s crash test ratings are 25% lower for drivers and passengers in hybrids than people driving in conventional gas-only cars.

Hybrid cars also have some setbacks as hybrids pose a high risk to human and other living species walking near intersections.   Hybrids are much quieter than gas-powered cars which increase a risk to pedestrians.

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Comments

[Car Insurance Quotes]

Looks like safety is another good reason to drive a Toyota Prius. Great post!

[gps tracking]

Just like in any other technological advancement, it's success rate is still largely (if not entirely) dependent on responsible usage.

[Toyota Orange County]

These are great results; looks like safety is another good reason to drive a Toyota Prius.

[Toyota hybrid cars]

You have brought up very fantastic points, thank you for the post.