I also have a Rav4 Prime and I'm planning on using the dealer (I've had it for one month today, so it hasn't needed anything yet!) Adinah if you want to chat more about hybrid vs. plug-in hybrid I'm happy to talk anytime. On Wed, Oct 6, 2021 at 1:40 PM Laurie Davis <[log in to unmask]> wrote: > I would agree that I plan to take my RAV4 Prime (plug-in hybrid) to the > dealer for service. > > On Wed, Oct 6, 2021 at 12:32 PM Aaron Witham <[log in to unmask]> > wrote: > >> Hi Adinah, I have a plug-in Toyota and I plan to bring it directly to the >> dealership because I don't want to compromise the warranty, and because my >> normal mechanic cannot work on it due to the battery and how advanced the >> computer technology is. Like David said, I think the dealership is going to >> be the best place most of the time. I hope that some of the smaller >> mechanics can find a way to get into the business of working on these; >> hopefully that will happen over time. I just don't personally know of any >> that are doing it now. >> >> Good luck! >> >> On Wed, Oct 6, 2021 at 11:58 AM David Rosen <[log in to unmask]> >> wrote: >> >>> Are you specifically looking for a "Plug-In Hybrid"? >>> >>> I believe there are a few people that are in this group that own Toyota >>> PHEVs, a Prius Prime, and a Rav4 Prime. >>> >>> I take my Bolt directly to the Chevy Dealership (Pape in South Portland) >>> as they have the most skilled and knowledgeable mechanics for my car. >>> >>> For a PHEV or BEV, I think your best bet is going to be the dealership. >>> Unfortunately, that's probably the more expensive option as well. When I >>> owned a Prius (non plug-in) and a Corolla, I had a good experience at >>> Berlin City Toyota. >>> >>> >>> Thank you, >>> >>> David M. 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