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 have worked very hard to make the Hybrid vehicles they produce, very easy to drive, if not easier than gas vehicles. The switching process happens automatically and chances are you may not even notice it is happening!

Hybrids are too expensive. The Hybrid vehicles of today have become very competitively priced with the increase in manufacturing. Many times you can even find tax incentives for your Hybrid purchase. When comparing the cost of gasoline or diesel options vs. Hybrid, the majority of Hybrid vehicles are right in line. Yes, there are more expensive models, just as there are gas and diesel options as well!

Parts for a Hybrid are too expensive or are hard to find. This is just simply a misconception. Hybrids are just like any other vehicle on the market today and parts are widely available and can be serviced in any shop.

They all need to be plugged in. This is a common myth that many hear. Electric vehicles are the ones that need to be plugged in. Hybrids run on two power sources, gas and electric. The electric motor can either be charged by regeneration in the brake system or a generator powered by the gas engine. A PHEV, which is a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, has batteries that can either be plugged in and charged or charged by the gas engine. So you definitely have options if you do not want to have to plug in your vehicle.

Are you ready to look at some Hybrids? Miramar offers all different types! Check them out HERE!