In the early 2000s, the venerable Prius became a cultural symbol for many people who were not typical car enthusiasts. Its quirky design and ability to sip fuel garnered the attention of the environmentally conscious as well as politically minded detractors who saw it and a wave of other hybrid vehicles as virtue-signaling fashion accessories.

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, the car world saw some truly wild designs come to life. Automakers weren’t afraid to experiment, pushing the limits of what an economy car could look like. One Japanese brand,

Toyota is preparing to usher its Gazoo Racing (GR) performance lineup into the hybrid era with a new electrified powertrain to ensure its high-performance models continue to thrive into the future.

Toyota's turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that is currently under development has been designed with electrification in mind