Second-generation hybrid Prius heads for fast lane

California's new governor drives a Hummer, but a better indicator of the Golden State's future in transportation might be the Toyota Prius.

Qualifying for California's Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) and an Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV) status, the Prius might soon earn the right to travel in the state's High Occupancy Vehicle lanes with just one passenger - the driver, of course.