In addition, the hatred has gone so far as to having some angry commuters writing online letters to Prius owners, calling them out on their reckless driving. Some of these stereotypes may find a small basis in truth.
A recent study by the Institute of Personality and Social Research at the University of California Berkeley showed a correlation between wealth and bad driving, at least in California. Their study involved monitoring drivers at a crosswalk to see if they would stop for pedestrians. Most drivers followed the law and let the pedestrians cross, about 8 out of But researchers noticed that those who drove luxury or eco-friendly cars were much less likely to stop. Given Priuses are classified as eco-friendly cars, the fault may fall statistically on these drivers.
In addition, these cars are typically a status symbol for those who value environmental conservation. But — WHY do Prius drivers drive like that? Priuses have two engines, one gasoline and one electric. The overall purpose is to get these engines to work together to power the car. This action results in Prius drivers doing a lot of slow coasting early on from a stop sign or traffic light. Some people even try to stop naturally without ever touching the brake.
Skip to main content. I was once told that if I wanted to be a true car guy that I would embrace all forms of automotive creativity. I once shuddered at this, but have come to realize that through failure, we breed success. Here is why I believe "car guys" loathe the Toyota Prius. Visit Torque News homepage for more stories. Automotive News. Toyota News, Pricing and Reviews.
Toyota Prius News, Reviews and Pricing. Subscribe to Torque News on YouTube. Comments TS wrote on August 9, - pm Permalink. Car guys loathe the Prius to the same extent and in the same way we loathe Teslas.
First, Prius fans and Tesla fans are virtually as arrogant as BMW drivers were for a number of years. Second, neither are what could be considered "driver's cars"; they're built to save the planet.
Being a car guy necessarily means that you don't really give a hoot about being green. And don't whine about how Teslas are fast, because it doesn't matter and real car guys don't care. James wrote on August 10, - am Permalink. Maybe true. I am not a car guy and I own a Prius. I am 66 years old and have owned a Volkswagen, two Mazdas, a Subaru and now the Prius. Those are the only cars I have ever owned.
All were bought new and driven, on average, for about 10 years. The worst of these was the VW and my 10 year old Prius is the best. I view cars as useful for getting me from point A to B at minimal cost with reasonable comfort, and nothing more.
I also eat quiche, like little hairy animals, want to protect the environment and I sometimes and enjoy white wine. Richard Bromley wrote on August 10, - pm Permalink.
I own a Toyota Prius Hybrid. But it is nice to get 47 miles to the gallon of gas. It is only common sense that should tell us that the more we selfishly destroy the planet without giving a damn, we won't have quality of life left to enjoy and i don't believe not caring about such things makes u a car guy or man's man.
Just makes u ignorant and dead inside. I'd argue that Tesla's are built to be fun to drive cars first with a bonus of being green because of the nature of the drivetrain. Quite the ignorant response. Did you ever think people drive the Prius because they commute and don't want to spend a million dollars on gas just to get to work?
That's why I do. I throw aluminum cans in the garbage can just like the next guy. Nothing arrogant about driving a car that saves you money! Hume wrote on November 23, - pm Permalink. Live with it. So there is not hate - you are simply pitied upon. Skoorbmax Senior Member. Mostly it's the real or perceived douchebag pompousness of the owners. Like, go to google images and type "prius bumper sticker". It's so cliche with the impeach bush, end the war kind of rubbish. Also, previously priuses have been a net cost; not really money saved, so it was a bit of a statement, and often people who make statements with their cars ARE douchebags.
This will be less of a problem as more of them and more priuses hit the roads. Most people I know make fun of me for having bought one. I expected this and take it in stride and laugh at myself, too. Just because the stereotype is so brutal against them.
At least I haven't bought a miata yet. Some friends of mine today proposed that instead of using the word gay we would from here on use the word Prius in its stead. The hate is deep. Just roll with it. I expected it and don't care much at all. Eljen H likes this.
The guy told his wife he couldn't believe I was putting my family at risk in a Prius. But hey, the FUD worked out well, I got a wicked rate on this thing because sales went through the floor.
I regularly encounter people who let their vehicles idle. When I bring this to their attention as having a negative impact on their wallets and our mutual air quality, they get very upset, often stating, "I don't want to wear the starter out. They generally get further upset at this point and exclaim, "What am I supposed to do, buy a new vehicle?!
These encounters help to summarize people's fear of the unknown. We are in information overload - people do not know what to accept. At the same time, we are in Peak Everything - where resources and choices are becoming more limited and more expensive.
Any suggestion of limits is greeted with skepticism because advertising has promised no limits. We are supposed to have what we want, when we want, how we want at minimal or no cost. Prius, Tesla, Nissan leaf and other vehicles indicate Detroit and Big Carbon oil and coal companies have been lying and we have been giving them our money for too long.
This leaves most people with "no easy alternative. This implies they are foolish and spendthrift. A granddaughter and grandfather are walking along the street.
The granddaughter says, "Oh look! If it were genuine, someone would have picked it up already! If these vehicles are so good, they would be driving one. Since they do not drive a Prius, they cannot be as good as the hyperbole. The key to succeeding in Peak Everything is efficiency and conservation vs. Until we pay the European price for fuel, ca. In general, Prius drivers tend to drive slower than others, which is a necessary part of getting good gas mileage.
For people who need to get somewhere fast, that can be frustrating at best and insulting at worst. Bravo, Prius drivers!
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