Hybrid cars are popular investments that save gas and money and create less pollution. While hybrids are taking over dealerships, they soon could be replaced by the Plug-In Hybrid. Plug-in hybrids feature much of the same technology as a standard hybrid, but they have some advantages over them as well.
Function
Plug-in hybrids feature both an electric and a gas powered engine, but the electric engine can be plugged in to a power grid in order to charge instead of just using the gas engine.
Types
Plug-in hybrids are not currently mass produced in the United States, but in China you can purchase the BYD F3DM plug-in hybrid or convert a Toyota Prius into one.
Features
Plug-in hybrids may also be referred to as the PHEV, gas-optional hybrid, grid connected hybrid or as a Go-Hev.
Benefits
Plugging your car in will save almost 75 percent of gas costs, only using the gas engine to power the car when your batteries are low or you are traveling long distances without a charge station.
Considerations
Plug-In hybrids are beneficial to the environment and purchasers can also qualify for tax rebates if they purchase a plug-in hybrid.
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