Charles Barker Toyota

When Japanese automaker Toyota first introduced the Prius to the general public, the message was clear: The hybrid is mainstream, and it's here to stay. And once the car-buying masses started opting for the fuel-sipping Prius more and more, it became clear to other automakers they'd need to fire back.

And fire back they did. Specifically, Chevy released a plug-in hybrid called the Volt, which even we'll admit is an impressive feat…

We here at Charles Barker Toyota can never keep track of the price of gas. It seems like it's a rollercoaster that takes people's wallets for a ride when the time comes to fill up their tank. One thing that we can count on, however, is that as this trend of rising prices continues, drivers in the greater Virginia Beach area and beyond will continue to look for fuel-efficient alternatives to their current…