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New Sales Data Shows Potential of Investment in More Fuel-Efficient Vehicles

New sales data shows that Toyota’s plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) sales are increasing due to the automaker expanding availability of the PHEV models to dealers across the country.

The strong rise in Toyota’s hybrid sales this year can be attributed to the automaker expanding the scope of where they sold the models from 12 states to nationwide. Expanding nationwide, PHEV sales rose nearly 190 percent in July.

Toyota has historically lagged behind other major automakers in developing and bringing a competitive lineup of fully electric vehicles to market. While the company has built a strong position in hybrids, its lackluster approach to fully battery-electric vehicles has left consumers with fewer choices at a time when interest in cleaner, more fuel-efficient cars is growing.

In response to this new data, Sierra Club Clean Transportation for All Director Katherine García issued the following statement:

“Toyota’s own sales numbers are proving that consumers are ready to buy more efficient vehicles if and when they appear on the lot. Toyota has the technology, manufacturing capacity, and brand recognition to be a leader in electric vehicles. If Toyota goes all in on fully electric vehicles and delivers compelling, affordable models at scale, consumers will show up to buy them.

“With gas prices putting pressure on household budgets, more fuel-efficient vehicles can offer drivers an opportunity to reduce the amount they spend at the pump. Toyota’s recent sales growth demonstrates that consumers are actively seeking those savings.

“The question is, will Toyota actually deliver? In typical Toyota fashion, production for the 2027 Highlander EV has been delayed. Will Toyota finally use its enormous resources and brand name to meet consumer demand for EVs or continue to keep us waiting?”