Does anyone the status of allowing Hybrids in the HOV lanes in MD? In the past there has been some discussion about it, but as far as I know nothing has materialized.

Specifically, it seems the long stretch on Route 50 that goes from the Capital Beltway to Davidsonville, MD that allows motorcycles should also allow Hybrids.

I wish they allowed hybrids. I bet it won't change, however. Have not heard anything otherwise.

Yeah, I wish they would allow hybrids... here are a couple of good links:

http://www.state.gov/m/fsi/tc/76309.htm
http://marylandroads.com/KeepingCurr...V/oppe/hov.asp

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"In some cases, hybrid vehicles are permitted to use HOV lanes or roads.".

Well for the Federal government, that is certainly a nice clear answer.

Best single LD trip: 35.3mpg

I found it true & quite factual when at certain hours on weekdays, all of Highway 66 inside the Beltway requires 2 passengers and 395 North requires 3 people (babies count!).
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