No. However, to take advantage of the fuel economy of any vehicle--and especially hybrids--it helps to have a gentle foot on the throttle. But then again, most cars' fuel mileage will improve with gentle driving.
Take a look at what available in current FFV models, diesels and biodiesels, natural gas and propane hybrids[/link"> or electrics and NEVs.Do I have to drive differently?
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