How Do You Buy A Hybrid Car?
A hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) has two engines: electric and combustion. The car generally runs on one or the other until the driver needs more power or faster acceleration than either of the two small engines can deliver alone. At that point they operate in concert. HEVs are low emission, fuel efficient and downright slick. Step 1 Decide what type of hybrid you want. There are Super Ultra Low-Emission Vehicles (SULEV), Ultra Low-Emission Vehicles (ULEV) and Partial Zero Emission Vehicles (PZEV), which is the cleanest possible model except for battery electric or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Step 2 Evaluate how and where you drive your current vehicle to decide whether an HEV is right for you. Hybrid vehicles are terrific for urban and suburban driving: The short trips and stop-and-go traffic make for impressive fuel savings, if your car runs on an electric engine at low RPMs. Cars that run on combustion engines with an electrical assist, such as the Honda Civic Hybrid, will see less
With scientists warning of the hazardous effects of old cars and poor gas mileage, hybrids are becoming the new wave of fuel-efficient vehicles, almost acting as a bridge between gasoline and electric cars. However, before you begin your search for the next hybrid vehicle, there are a few important details and considerations than must be understood. After all, these cars are new to the American fleet and consumers should fully understand the potential short-term and long-term consequences, positive or negative, of a hybrid vehicle. Below, I will list the steps for purchasing a hybrid car. • Verify that you are looking to purchase a hybrid vehicle and not a traditional one. Be aware that while hybrid cars do save money at the pump, there is also a greater upfront cost. If you only keep a car for a few years, then a hybrid car will not save you money in the long term. If you keep vehicles for over ten years, then a hybrid vehicle is a much more cost-effective. • Determine what type of hy
