I agree with both of you and the article in general. However, most of my driving is in the boston metro area on secondary and interstates. Never been flashed from behind while in the left lane or any lane since I got my HCH even when I need to go 70. But, when I drove my maxima in the left lane at 10-15 over the limit, I always got tailgated and flashed. Hmmmm...seems like they all wanted a race. I think people around these northern parts recognise the hybrid as something to envy not harass...maybe more tree huggers around here as well....(me included) Maybe you need some big red stickers that say Caution, High Voltage Keep Back 300 feet...