Hybrid vs. Electric Car
Hybrid vs. Electric Car
Now that you’re in the market for a new car, you’ve started thinking about the differences between a hybrid and an electric car. Which fits in better with your Farmington Hills, Novi, or Livonia, Michigan lifestyle? In order to find out, Serra Ford Farmington Hills put together this overview and comparison to get you in gear for your next purchase.
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Get to Know the Hybrid and its Advantages
Hybrids use an internal combustion engine and an electric motor to power your Ford F-150. Both the engine and motor work together to power your truck. When you’re driving at lower speeds, the electric motor takes over. The regenerative braking in a hybrid enables the battery pack to recharge from the energy created.
With a hybrid, you won’t need to plug in the car to recharge and can fill your gas tank as you typically would with a gas-powered car. This can be beneficial if you live in an apartment or rent your home since otherwise, you’d need close access to a charging station or charger.
You’ll get great gas mileage, and many hybrids feel more powerful than your traditional gas-powered models. A hybrid creates less harmful emissions although it does emit some gases.
Ford F-150
Charging Ford Mach-E
Electric Car Advantages
An electric car like the Ford Mustang Mach-E uses a battery and electric motor. It spews no emissions whatsoever and offers incredible gas mileage. Many newer electric vehicles (EVs) possess a driving range of possibly more than 200 miles.
Homeowners may be the best candidates for upgrading to a new EV. Your home can be outfitted with a charger, so you can charge your electric car overnight. Make sure that you avoid exposing the car to extreme temperatures because this can reduce the battery’s effectiveness.
Having an at-home charger can be very convenient because otherwise, you may have to find a local charging station to accommodate your car. It can take up to 10 hours to recharge your car if your battery is almost depleted, so you would need to plan ahead.
If you do stop by a charging station while en route to work or on vacation, you may need to wait up to an hour to fully recharge your car. Keep this in mind when you’re embarking on a road trip or do not know how long you’ll be on the road. It’s best to know where charging stations are located along the way.
Maintenance will cost less and involve fewer areas of your car. Plus, charging a car also costs less in the long run. You may be scheduling routine maintenance less frequently or spending less time at a service appointment.
Shop for Hybrid or Electric Cars at Serra Ford Farmington Hills
Do you know which type of power works better for you? While you’re shopping for hybrid or electric cars near Farmington Hills, Novi, or Livonia, MI, consider if you’re living and driving situations call for one type of power or the other.
During a test drive at Serra Ford Farmington Hills, you can try both out and discuss them with a knowledgeable sales representative. Schedule your test drive online today!
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