Toyota predicts Prius hybrid lineup will be No. 1 nameplate by the end of the decade

Toyota Motor Corp. anticipates that when the decade ends, the Prius hybrid and related models that have the same name will be its top-selling U.S. vehicle line. Last Monday, Bob Carter, Toyota's group vice president for U.S. sales, told analysts that by that time, Prius will be the “No. 1 nameplate in the industry.” He also predicted that a “close second” will be Camry, Toyota's top-selling U.S. model. However, he pointed out that there will be no drop in Camry sales.
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uaw_lax - 1/10/2011 3:30:09 PM

+1 Boost

the prius name is known world wide, also if they could have a true "sporty" hybrid this will really attract more buyers.

toolatetorace - 1/10/2011 11:51:13 PM

+1 Boost

......and put some bigger tires on them

WorldofLuxury - 1/10/2011 4:02:43 PM

0 Boost

No doubt it'll be No. 1.

Dr550 - 1/10/2011 8:18:17 PM

+1 Boost

No drop in Camry sales? Hyundai coming on strong.

Joe_Limon - 1/10/2011 8:37:49 PM

-1 Boost

I highly doubt it, gas could be $10 a gallon and it still wouldn't be #1

olscuul - 1/11/2011 8:46:07 PM

+1 Boost

Carter = 'short bus' version of Lutz.