Is a Plug-In Hybrid for Me?

What is a plug-in hybrid?

Plug-in hybrids (PHEV) are vehicles that use two different powertrains. The main power source for a PHEV is a rechargeable lithium battery and the secondary source is an internal combustion engine. PHEVs can run anywhere from 16-60 miles on a single battery charge. When the battery is drained of power, the vehicle will opt for the gasoline-powered engine. A great example of a plug-in hybrid is the Chrysler Pacifica. Keep reading as we at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Bentonville, Arkansas talk about if a PHEV is worth it for you.

Cost

According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), our nation’s current gas price average for regular gas is $3.29. That cost adds up to hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars a year. With a PHEV you could cut that cost in half. PHEVs and hybrids cost more in the beginning, but over time the savings far exceed the overall price of the vehicle. By spending more at first you could save more in the long run.

Environmentally Friendly

Transportation is one of the largest sources of CO2 emissions and air pollution. When these greenhouse gasses are released, they cause a barrier that traps heat in the atmosphere which causes worldwide temperatures to rise. The nitrous oxide produced by gas and diesel-powered cars is a contribution to the depletion of our ozone layer. Our ozone layer is important because it shields the earth from the ultraviolet rays from the sun. Both of these issues are contributing to global warming. 

So, is a PHEV for me? This question can be answered with important factors in mind. How important it is to save money and how important is the environment to you? Our choices in these areas not only affect us, but they also affect our families and the future generations of our families. 

If you have any more questions, read our blog about hybrid and electric vehicles. Or, drop by McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Bentonville, Arkansas because we’d love to explain more. We serve the Bentonville, Rogers, Bella Vista, Eureka Springs, Pea Ridge, Gravette, Centerton, Sulphur Springs and Jane, MO area drivers.

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