In my last article, I talked about gas versus electric vehicles. This time, I wanted to expand a little bit on hybrid vehicles. At this point, I believe that hybrid vehicles are a better choice due to the main factor that our infrastructure is not ready for all-electric vehicles. Hybrids give you the best of both worlds. Also, there are several different types of hybrid vehicles, and you can choose the one that fits your driving habits the best.
Most hybrid models available today use a gas engine that is too small to propel the vehicle. The electric motor is used to supplement the extra power when needed. Hybrids that have smaller engines use less fuel, so you get better gas mileage than a total gas engine.
Another hybrid style is when the vehicle is electric at lower speeds and the gas engine comes on only at higher speeds to recharge the battery. The electric motor can also supplement a smaller engine. This hybrid also reduces the maintenance cost since the engine does not run for every mile the vehicle is driven.
There is also a plug-in hybrid that is an electric vehicle. This style has an electric motor that is powerful enough to propel the vehicle without gas. This vehicle, depending on the model, can travel between 20 to 40 miles in total electric mode. After that, the gas engine comes on charges the battery, and propels the vehicle. This model is great for in-town commutes and random out-of-town trips. If your commute is less than 20 miles, you will not have to purchase gas for a long time.
So, if you want to go and purchase an electric vehicle, I recommend looking at hybrids also. That way, you can use the gas station infrastructure and not get stranded due to chargers not working or not being available. You also do not have to worry about freezing temperatures or high temperatures shortening the battery life of the fully electric vehicle. You can always call us at White’s Automotive Center if you have any questions at (706) 323-1060 or visit our website at https://whitesautomotive.com/.
