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Myths About Hybrid Vehicles

2021-06-21T03:39:30+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center|

Let's Explore Some of the Common Misconceptions Around Hybrid Vehicles so You Can Make an Informed Choice! Hybrids are too new of technology. This myth is false as the first hybrids were actually invented in 1900. It wasn't until the Toyota Prius in 1997 that they were mass-produced, however. Millions of Hybrids have been sold around the world since then. Driving a Hybrid is too difficult. There have been some ideas thrown around that the simple task of operating a Hybrid vehicle involves changing from electric to gas manually and other complicated aspects. However, this is not the case. Manufacturers [...]

A Closer Look into Hybrids

2021-06-01T01:04:25+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, San Diego|

With all the recent buzz around Hybrid cars, you may be left with some questions. Let's dig into these Hybrid vehicles a little more and hopefully answer some questions! Electric Vehicles (EV) use a battery instead of a gas tank and use an electric motor instead of your typical combustion engine. These types of vehicles produce no tailpipe emissions. Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles (PHEV) are a combination of a gas engine and electric. They have a battery, electric motor as well as a gas tank. So they use both fuel and electricity to get around. PHEVs produce tailpipe emissions only when [...]

This Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Takes Driving to the Next Level!

2021-06-01T00:56:51+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, San Diego|

Our versatile 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE AWD in Blizzard Pearl with Midnight Black Metallic roof and accents saves gas while still delivering all the sporty utility you demand! Powered by a 2.5 Liter 4 Cylinder and 2 Electric Motors that deliver a combined 219hp matched to an advanced CVT for confident acceleration. Thanks to Electronic On-Demand All Wheel Drive, our SUV returns nearly 41mpg on city streets while riding on a performance-tuned suspension to straighten out any curves in the road. Impressively rugged-looking, our RAV4 Hybrid has an aggressive front end that's accented by LED lighting, an integrated rear [...]

Go Further in Our 2017 Mercedes-Benz B 250E!

2021-05-20T18:02:10+00:00California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, Safety, San Diego|

Eco-friendly, spacious, and stylish, our One Owner 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class B 250e Hatchback brought to you in Cirrus White is going to get you energized! Powered by a 132kw Electric Motor paired with a lithium-ion battery pack that shows off 177hp and rewards you with up to 87 miles of range in the city. Our Front Wheel Drive hatchback puts the fun in functional as it's easy to maneuver and simple to plug in and charge. Just two hours at a common public charging station can juice up its lithium-ion battery enough to go 60 miles while showing off unique [...]

Thinking About a Tesla? Check Out This One!

2021-04-30T15:55:30+00:00Automotive Knowledge, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, San Diego|

Amazing by any standards, our 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range Sedan is brought to you in Midnight Silver Metallic. Powered by an Electric Drive system that offers 271hp connected to a Single Speed Automatic transmission specifically designed for fantastic EV performance designed to send you to 60mph in just 5 seconds! Travel about 310miles on electricity alone in this Rear Wheel Drive sedan that sees nearly 120MPGe in the city. There's just nothing else quite like our Model 3 with its sleek lines, LED lighting, impressive sunroof, bold wheels, and an overall wow factor that refuses to blend in [...]

Quick and Easy Ways to Find an EV Station in San Diego!

2021-04-28T02:05:01+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, San Diego|

Knowing where some EV stations are along your routes is always a good idea. Here are some ways to locate them! The city of San Diego has a website that is a great resource for finding Charging Stations in and around the San Diego area! It goes into great detail about the cost, payment methods, and anything else you may need to know! Click here to check it out! PlugShare is a popular choice, for in AND out of San Diego, plus they have an App! They have a great interactive map that you can plan a trip with! They [...]

Get into a Fun Driving Fiat Today!

2021-04-22T21:10:03+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center|

Meet our environmentally friendly 2017 Fiat 500e Hatchback with Navigation shown in show-stopping Celeste Blu. You'll step out in Italian style that is powered by an 83kw Electric Motor that generates 111hp while tied to a Single Speed transmission for easy passing. This efficient Front Wheel Drive team rewards you with fun driving dynamics and takes you the distance with the equivalent of 122mpge in the city! Sleek wheels and a rear spoiler enhance the aerodynamic exterior of this peppy Fiat that is sure to garner attention whether you're gliding down the freeway in the fast lane or maneuvering your [...]