Press release: “The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today released the 2008 Fuel Economy Guide to help consumers make well-informed choices when purchasing new vehicles…Data show that hybrid vehicles continue to lead the government’s fuel economy ratings and hybrid technology can be effectively used to improve fuel economy. The Toyota Prius tops the list at 48 mpg city and 45 mpg highway. More hybrid models are available than ever – including SUVs as well as cars – giving consumers greater choices when shopping for fuel efficient vehicles.”