I think Toyota or Honda will take the hybrid batteries back when they are spent.

I'm expecting mine to last for at least 150,000 miles.

If you are eco-conscious, but have a problem with the batteries, the alternatives woudl be diesel power, or a gas-powered subcompact.

61.5mpg lifetime - 82mpg in recent months

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"fanatic" is what the lazy call the dedicated