With the price of fuel going nowhere but up, many drivers have been looking towards alternative-power vehicles. Electric vehicles may seem like a part of the flying-car fantasy of the future, but they are widely available and fully functional in 2022. So, what is a hybrid car? And how do they compare to PHEVs and electric vehicles?
What Is a Hybrid?
A hybrid vehicle is any vehicle that utilizes both a fuel-powered engine and an electric motor powered by a separate battery pack.
Usually, the electric motor puts the vehicle in motion from a standstill, and then the fueled engine takes over. The battery pack then uses the fueled engine and technology like regenerative braking to recharge itself.
What Are PHEV Vehicles?
Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles are a subsection of hybrid vehicles that drivers can charge using a 120V or 240V outlet. This keeps PHEVs fully charged before you even depart, meaning they can run entirely on electricity for short journeys.
This usually means PHEVs have much larger batteries than standard hybrids, which can raise the overall price. However, because of the increased battery charge, PHEVs will always help drivers save on refueling.
How Do They Compare to Electric Vehicles?
Standard hybrids and PHEVs both utilize both a fueled engine and electric motor, whereas an electric vehicle runs solely via its electronic powertrain. Electric vehicles, like PHEVs, can be charged from outlets in your home, but lack the fuel-powered engine to fall back on if your battery's charge is depleted.
Now that you know all about hybrid, PHEV, and electric vehicles, it's time to check out the selection in person. Make your way down to Woodhouse Lincoln today to see our options, and maybe even take one of our luxury, eco-friendly vehicles out for a test drive while you're at it!
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