# Toyota Is Calling Out Automakers For Stretching The Definition Of 'Hybrid'

> If you pay any attention to modern vehicles, odds are you're well-acquainted with the term "hybrid. " For those unfamiliar with the word in this context, hybrid vehicles are those that use both an internal combustion…

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1992368/toyota-vp-mild-hybrid-misleading-customers/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68e95328122da2a1b4d45f72)
- **Published:** 2025-10-10
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #toyota #hybrid #vehicles #automakers #both #calling #definition #stretching
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