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Disadvantages of Hybrid CarsBehind All the Hype - Are there Disadvantages to Hybrid Cars?The answer is - Of course there are disadvantages when it comes to Hybrid Cars. I found it interesting to note that twice as many people seach for the term "disadvantages of hybrid cars" on search engines compared with "advantages of Hybrid Cars". So, why is this? My own theory is that we all face a barrage of publicity and advertising around hybrids, how they can "save the planet" while "saving you fuel bills". But, of course, little is said about the downside of hybrid cars - you have to discover that for yourself! Let's start off with the most obvious disadvantage: Cost! Hybrids are packed with all sorts of new technology that has been developed for just a few cars. For all your savings on MPG and so on - you are still typically paying a lot of money for the development of this technology. Of course, some states and countries offer a tax rebate on the purchase price. But even so, you are paying quite a price premium for being an early adopter of electric car technology.  Lower acceleration than gas-powered equivalents: While some hybrids have the electric motors configured to give a boost to acceleration, standard hybrids will offer less acceleration than their standard counterparts.
This may not be such an issue in terms of pure performance, but in terms of safety it may present a problem when overtaking.
Here is one you may agree or disagree with: Looks! Think of the Prius - you may like it or hate it. The problem is that there is still a narrow range of hybrid vehicles available (compared with what we are used to with standard motors).
The final disadvantages that I see are really a whole bunch of small ones: All related to the fact that they involve new technology and
are still relatively thin on the road.
Potential problems like unproven technology - what happens when the battery pack gives up and you need to replace it.
Have a Look at my Other Hybrid Car Articles:Hybrid Sports Car Driving fast but still being conscious of the environment. Isn't that everyones dream? Lets see if these hybrid sports cars really deliver though. History of the Hybrid Car NO the first hybrid car wasn't the Prius! The history of the electric hybrid car all the way from the beginning. How do Hybrid Cars Work? We all know hybrid cars improve our mpg but how do they do it? Hybrid Car Rental Need to make a long trip and can't take your electric car? Why not rent a hybrid? Hybrid Car Statistics The hard cold facts about how many hybrids are being sold and whose buying them. Pictures of Hybrid Cars None of my words getting in the way just pictures of all the hybrid cars out there. Disadvantages of Hybrid Cars There may be a lot of advantages but what are there any disadvantages? Back from Disadvantages of Hybrid Cars to Hybrid Cars Back from Disadvantages of Hybrid Cars to Electric Vehicles Home |
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