• lightnegative@lemmy.world
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    5 months ago

    Hybrids: the worst of both worlds.

    If you want to keep relying on gasoline then just buy an ICE car

    • sugar_in_your_tea@sh.itjust.works
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      5 months ago

      In the US they’re the best of both worlds, especially if you get a plugin electric car. Charging infrastructure sucks for longer trips (fast charging is often broken or missing), and Americans like longer trips, so gas is preferred. But around town, it’s nice to not need to fill up.

      That may not be the case in Europe, idk.

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      5 months ago

      Where I am the charging infrastructure is terrible and electricity prices are bad. I was considering a hybrid but I guess if it’s no better I’ll just grab a regular ICE

      • GreyEyedGhost@lemmy.ca
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        5 months ago

        It’s sort of a flawed opinion. If you’re never charging at home and doing a lot of driving, a hybrid won’t make much difference and might cost more. If you’re conscientious about charging when you can and mostly drive within range of your battery’s capacity, it can be almost as effective as full electric. Stats indicate most PHEV owners use the the same way you would use an ICE, car, which is more expensive and a bit of a waste.