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broski499 · 09-15-2014, 10:59 PM

Hey guys, I've finally made the jump to a hybrid. I was going back and forth of what to get and I found this 2008 Prius with package 6 for a great price. I was driving a 1999 toyota prius so this is quite an upgrade for me. Here is where I'm at.

I have an ultraguage and I have been reading that the scanguage is better for use with the Prius, if someone could explain why I would really appreciate it. Don't want to drop 150 bucks nothing.

Also, what are some quick hybrid hypermiling techniques I can start with. Its been around 100 degrees in CA so I have been blasting my AC. Right now I'm about a 1 to 2 gallons in and I am averging 40MPG. I'm so used to messing around with my automatic transmission the CVT feels funny. Not sure what the best technique is when accelerating.

Thanks for any help!!

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broski499 EcoModding Apprentice Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: California Posts: 130 Boltar - '19 Chevy Bolt LT Thanks: 99 Thanked 25 Times in 19 Posts	New 2008 Prius Owner- Advice Needed!! Hey guys, I've finally made the jump to a hybrid. I was going back and forth of what to get and I found this 2008 Prius with package 6 for a great price. I was driving a 1999 toyota prius so this is quite an upgrade for me. Here is where I'm at. I have an ultraguage and I have been reading that the scanguage is better for use with the Prius, if someone could explain why I would really appreciate it. Don't want to drop 150 bucks nothing. Also, what are some quick hybrid hypermiling techniques I can start with. Its been around 100 degrees in CA so I have been blasting my AC. Right now I'm about a 1 to 2 gallons in and I am averging 40MPG. I'm so used to messing around with my automatic transmission the CVT feels funny. Not sure what the best technique is when accelerating. Thanks for any help!!