Several months ago, Toyota
hinted that it would build hybrid
vehicles in the U.S., but the Japanese auto-giant made it
official just a couple of weeks ago.
The success of the Prius
hybrid in California has had some speculating that Toyota
might build a factory in that state. Toyota; however, hasn't
yet confirmed where, when, or which cars it will produce in
the U.S.
Currently, Toyota only offers the Prius hybrid, but the Lexus
RX 400h hybrid goes on sale April, 15, with the Toyota
Highlander hybrid to follow that summer.
Recently, Toyota also announced two more Lexus hybrids. In
2006, the Lexus GS hybrid will be sold in the U.S., followed
by the Lexus LS in 2007 or 2008.