Common (Busted) Myths About Hybrid Cars

We’re knee-deep in quite an interesting time in the automotive world. Electric cars are making a huge wave and many are looking to jump on. But, gasoline and internal combustion is still the way to go because of our current infrastructure and peoples’ travel needs. Then, somewhere in between those two, you have hybrid cars. This perfectly balanced vehicle blends the electric drivetrain with an ICE and the result is a ride that still have the availability convenience of using gasoline but markedly consumes less gasoline.

Clermont Toyota hybrid cars have been around since Toyota introduced the Prius back in 1997, but there are quite a few people out there that have some misconceptions about these vehicles and how they work. Luckily, Toyota of Clermont is here to (re)bust these myths and, hopefully, change your mind about driving one of these ultra-cool machines. Let’s check it out!

The Answers are Here!

Hybrid Cars Need to be Plugged in

In short, they don’t. At least, not typically. Clermont Toyota hybrid cars recharge their electric motors through the use of the internal combustion engine and other measures like regenerative braking. But, there are such things as plug-in hybrids. These unique variations actually do need to be plugged in to enjoy all the hybrid benefits. These sub-models typically give drivers a longer EV driving range and enhanced fuel efficiency over regular hybrids.

They’re Astronimcally More Expensive to Buy

Back in the day, when Clermont hybrid cars were uncommon, they used to carry quite the premium. Today, not so much. Many hybrids are priced comparably to ICE models. This is what EVs are going through right now and it’s likely to follow the same progression.

They’re More Expensive to Repair

While Clermont Toyota hybrid cars do come with a bit more complex engineering attached, they’re not any more expensive to repair than their ICE counterparts. They carry many of the same parts across and enjoy the benefit of part compatibility. However, if their battery does need to be replaced that can run you up quite a price tag.

All Fuel Efficiency and No Bite

Clermont Toyota hybrid cars actually enhance performance over ICE vehicles in many cases. The electric drivetrain lends itself to be quite a powerhouse companion that can take an ICE to another performance level. That’s why the RAV4 Prime is one of Toyota’s quickest vehicles on the lineup and the upcoming Toyota Tundra Hybrid reps more performance than its petrol sibling.

There’s a Learning Curve to Driving Them

Driving a hybrid car in Clermont is actually identical to driving an ICE model. They’re engineered very similarly and suspension and other critical components aren’t altered. The main difference is that they run quietly. Much more quietly.

Driving Them Doesn’t Help the Environment All That Much

This “myth” is actually pretty true. Clermont Toyota hybrid cars still use gasoline and, therefore, emit climate change-causing substances. However, because they exhaust much less gasoline than their ICE counterparts they do emit fewer emissions than a straight ICE car. But, if you want to mitigate climate change then it’s better to drive and EV or hydrogen fuel cell vehicle.

Ready to get behind the wheel? Visit Toyota of Clermont at 16851 State Road 50 today!

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