Electric or hybrid: which is right for you? Find out at Northside Toyota’s Electrified Week

Northside Toyota will have five electric models available to test drive, July 20 to 24

If you have questions about getting into an electric vehicle, one local dealership has all the answers you’re looking for. Northside Toyota hosts its Electrified Week, July 20 to 24, where customers can learn how an electric vehicle can fit into their lifestyle, and also receive a free car wash. For five days, come in and test drive five electric vehicle models, and get informed about the benefits of switching over to an electrified Toyota.

Thanks to the dynamic performance of these Toyotas, they’re some of the most fun vehicles to drive on the market. The quick acceleration gives these electrified cars some true “get up and go.” Battery electric and plug-in hybrids available now at Northside Toyota: - Toyota bZ - Toyota bZ Woodland - Toyota C-HR - Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid - Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Northside Toyota also carries many other hybrid vehicles, including the Prius, Corolla Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, Crown, Corolla Cross Hybrid, RAV4, Crown Signia, Highlander Hybrid, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Sienna, 4Runner Hybrid, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Tacoma Hybrid, and Tundra Hybrid.

An electric model for every lifestyle Toyota boasts one of the most robust electric lineups in the industry, so there’s an electric model for every lifestyle. Whether you’re driving around town, making long road trips, or even hauling a trailer, there’s an electrified Toyota that will suit your needs. The Toyota bZ is a fully electric SUV that runs purely on battery power and is a great option for daily commuting around the Soo.

For the more adventurous types, the bZ Woodland comes with a towing trailer and storage racks, which lends itself to the outdoorsy types who still need a vehicle that can keep up with those summer road trip plans. Toyota recently revived its fan-favourite C-HR model and added an electric powertrain to make it a sleek and modern-looking battery-electric SUV. And then there’s the Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid, which has always been a staple in the industry as a plug-in hybrid.

The RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid also gives drivers the best of both worlds, with the ability to charge and drive, while also having the flexibility of fuel for longer treks. “At Northside Toyota, we know every driver’s needs are different, which is why Toyota offers one of the most diverse electrified lineups on the market,” said Mario Palumbo, Dealer Principal, Northside Toyota. “Whether you're considering a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric vehicle, there’s an option designed to fit your lifestyle, driving habits, and comfort level,” Palumbo continued.

“Our goal is to help customers find the right vehicle for today while giving them confidence in the technology that will power tomorrow.” The main concerns for electric vehicles When switching from a traditional gas vehicle over to an electric one, there is always going to be a bit of a learning curve. But this change may also bring about a different way of driving after making the leap into electric.

A gas vehicle will take you as far as the tank has gas, but electric is a different story. It’s a different way to think about fuelling your car, but with a range of 480 kilometres for the Toyota bZ model, that’s plenty of range to get you back and forth over the week. For drivers who need a little more range, the RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid offers up to 970 kilometres of travel, which can get them all the way to Toronto on a single charge and tank.

Winters can be relentless in Northern Ontario, which can have an effect on electric vehicles as well. Those bitter temperatures can reduce the range of a battery, but not as much as one might think. Again, it takes a little more preparation and planning, but driving an electric vehicle in the winter is the way of the future in the Soo.

Government incentives for electric vehicles Aside from fuel cost savings, another big reason to switch over to an electric vehicle is the robust incentive programs offered by the federal government. Depending on the model, drivers can receive up to $10,000 in incentives when switching over to electric or plug-in hybrid. Both the bZ and CH-R models are eligible for up to $10,000 in incentives, while the Prius Plug-In Hybrid model is eligible for $7,500 in incentives, and the bZ Woodland is eligible for up to $7,000 in incentives.

That’s a lot of cash back in your pocket, so speak to Northside Toyota about which model works best for your unique situation. Northside’s Electrified Week, July 20 to 24 Get behind the wheel of your new electrified Toyota at Northside Toyota’s Electrified Week, July 20 to 24. Any customer who test drives one of Northside’s electrified vehicles receives a free car wash.

All five electric and plug-in hybrid models will be available for test drives, and Northside’s salespeople and product advisors will be on hand to answer any questions you have.