Advantages of Buying Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
Hybrid and electric vehicles are both better for the environment than traditional vehicles. Many governments offer incentives that help with your purchase of eco-friendly vehicles like PHEVs and EVs, and Ontario is no exception. That makes these environmentally friendly vehicles more cost-effective than you might expect, especially with all the fuel savings you get. Most PHEVs and EVs also use regenerative braking, which recharges the battery every time you brake. Fully electric vehicles also require less servicing and maintenance than traditional vehicles.
DeWildt Chrysler offers a selection of hybrid and electric vehicles to get you where you want to go in the most sustainable way possible. While electric cars and hybrids are usually lumped together in the automotive industry, they're not quite the same. We're happy to help you pick the right option for your lifestyle. There are many benefits to buying or leasing a hybrid or electric vehicle. The obvious advantage is that you can conserve fuel. Another benefit is that you may qualify for government rebates. At our dealership, we carry various fuel-efficient models. Check out our new inventory to see what hybrid and electric vehicles are available.
What Is a PHEV/ZEV?
A PHEV is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. It uses an electric motor as well as a gas engine. A PHEV can be charged at home or a public charging station like an electric model. However, it can also run on gasoline. Depending on the situation, these vehicles often switch seamlessly between the electric motor and engine. The term "ZEV" stands for a zero-emission vehicle. ZEVs include all-electric models and those that run on hydrogen fuel cells. While PHEVs aren't technically zero-emission vehicles since they have gasoline engines, they still qualify for incentives under the iZEV program.
What are the Benefits of a Hybrid Vehicle?
Because a hybrid vehicle has an electric motor that it can rely on, it uses less gas than a traditional vehicle. Many prefer to stick with hybrids because they're accustomed to going to the gas station and like this system's flexibility. They'll always be able to fill up, no matter where they travel, which brings added confidence to every road trip. Some hybrids can run exclusively on electric energy for short periods, allowing fewer emissions to be released.
What Are the Benefits of an Electric Vehicle?
An all-electric vehicle, also known as an EV, runs exclusively on electric power. It can be charged at home or a public charging station. Many drivers love the idea of saying goodbye to the gas station for good. This could be because of environmental concerns or financial ones. As we all know, gas costs can add up over time when you use a traditional engine. Since there's no engine on an electric model, it won't need its oil changed, fuel filters replaced, or spark plugs swapped out for new ones.