It’s National Dump the pump day!
National Dump the Pump Day exists to help commuters and drivers reconsider the use of fossil fuel vehicles, spreads awareness on the depletion of natural resources such as fossil fuels, and encourages consumers to consider public transportation and alternative fuel vehicles. We understand that not everyone has the privilege to be able to take advantage of mass transit or to walk, bike, or skate to their jobs, so we’re going to also explore some greener options in automobiles!
Today we’re going to highlight some of the differences between Hybrid versus Electric versus Plug-In Hybrid vehicles, and learn a little bit about alternatives to fossil fuel only cars. Let’s get started!
Traditional Hybrid Vehicles rely on traditional gasoline engines to keep the batteries charged while you’re driving. They are powered by a combination of a traditional internal combustion engine and one or more electric motors, which pull from stored energy in an array of batteries. They Plug-In Hybrids have larger batteries charged with a 120-volt or 240-volt outlet installed in your home or in a publicly accessible charging station. The Plug-In Hybrid will revert to using the gasoline engine when the battery stores have been depleted.
All-Electric or Battery Electric Vehicles are propelled by a system of one or more electric motors powered by stored energy from battery banks. These cars have an electric motor in place of an internal combustion engine. ; they have zero exhaust emissions, don’t use gasoline, and can be recharged at home or at publicly accessible charging stations.
Least prevalent but still worth noting are Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles. FCEVs receive their electric energy from a chemical reaction which generates electricity via hydrogen or other source.
Looking to replace your current gas-powered vehicle with a greener alternative? We’ve got you covered! Stop by our dealership to find out which option is best for you and your family: Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, All-Electric. Our trusted sales team is ready to help match you with the right vehicle for your greener, more sustainable lifestyle!
Learn more about Electrics, and Hybrids and alternatives:
Edmunds Cars has a wonderful video about two of the latest Luxury Electric SUVs on the market today: The Kia EV6 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5!
Here’s a great breakdown of the difference in vehicles between Hybrid vs. Electric vs. Plug-In Hybrids by Edmunds Cars on YouTube:
Let’s take a fascinating look at some of the ideas behind and options for Synthetic Fuel vehicles from the gang over at Donut Media:
The crew at Car Help Corner has some great pointers on selecting the right alternative-fuel vehicle for you and your family’s needs: