I would like to add an additional benefit of hybrid. Not only do you invest in the future of less US dependence on fuckholes like Saudi Arabia and other OPEC countries, but you also make less trips to the pumps which means more free time for you. In other words, you probably cut the total time at the pumps almost in half for the life of the car ownership. This comes from the fact you probably only need to refuel twice a month for the distances you travel instead of say four times per month w/ traditional engines. Whats your time worth? I think hybrids are great investments.

Also, they also have better resale value.