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A number of celebrities attending the Oscars this Sunday are expected to trade stretch limo for hybrids and alternative energy vehicles.

Some stars have already previewed the new 2010 Toyota Prius Hybridwhich features upgrades including a roof solar panel to power fans to cool the car when it’s not running.

Actors Tom Hanks, Leonardo DiCaprio, Rosario Dawson, Adrien Grenierand others are expected to show their support for environmental sustainability by going green to the Academy Awards.

Toyota and Econation green ground transportation will provide the new 2010 Prius to Hollywood celebrities for awards shows and special events.

Econation offers a chauffeured car service using the most advanced hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles not generally available to the public in major markets throughout the United States, Canada and Europe.  The company is emerging as a “global ‘green’ alternative to traditional ground transportation (taxi’s, Town cars, limousines and buses)”.

Says Ben Bloch, manager partner of Econation:

“The entertainment industry is working to influence the rest of the world to use more sustainable options for transportation, with the new Prius, Toyota continues to break ground and set the right example for the rest of the industry. You might be surprised how many people prefer a Prius over a stretch or an SUV these days. Everyone from CEO’s of the biggest film studios to Academy Award(TM) nominees request the Prius when they’re going out on the town because it makes the best statement from an environmental perspective, and is stylish and comfortable as well.”

Source: Traveling The Green Way