It's one of the most frequent questions asked about hybrids: What happens if I have to replace the high-voltage battery pack? While Toyota warrants its Prius batteries for 8 years/100,000 miles (or 10 ...

I just got word that my 2005 Prius, with 110,000 miles, needs a new hybrid battery. I got the car new, and it's been well-maintained, but the battery has not given us the 150,000 or 180,000 miles that ...

A Toyota Prius is more than just a fuel-efficient vehicle-it's a symbol of smart innovation, sustainability, and long-term value. But like any essential component, the hybrid battery has a lifespan.

The Toyota badge benefits from its impressive reliability standards, but eventually you are going to need to have the supplementary hybrid battery pack replaced. Unfortunately, this is an inevitable ...

Q: I'm looking at a 2005 Prius and I am concerned about both the hybrid battery and the regular battery. The owner told me the car needed a jump because she left the headlights on for the second time ...

The opening photo tells the story: when Jen Smith needed to replace her faithful 2006 Toyota Prius, she ended up buying the new fourth-generation Prius that debuted this year. But before making this ...

Hybrid vehicles have become increasingly popular due to their fuel efficiency and reduced environmental impact. However, one critical aspect of owning a hybrid is understanding the costs and ...

Hybrid vehicles are even more popular these days, due in part to their superior MPG performance that equates to lowered gas expenses. This is an important consideration because of how high gas prices ...

First the thieves came for the car radios, and I did not speak out. Then it was airbags. And now, according to Toyota dealers, battery packs are increasingly becoming the target of smash-and-grab ...