Hybrid Cars and Electric Vehicles

Questions and Answers

To support the internal combustion engine to stretch each gallon of fuel further

They require a power source to charge

The gasoline engine takes over

Less expensive manufacturing costs Signup and view all the answers

Through regenerative braking or the gas-powered engine Signup and view all the answers

Electric power stored in battery packs Signup and view all the answers

Either a standard 110-volt outlet or a 220-volt outlet Signup and view all the answers

It decreases, similar to a smartphone's battery cycle Signup and view all the answers

To extend the lifespan of the battery Signup and view all the answers

They offer a more affordable and environmentally friendly way to commute Signup and view all the answers

Higher fuel-efficiency ratings Signup and view all the answers

Higher initial purchase cost Signup and view all the answers

Internal combustion engine and electric motor Signup and view all the answers

Zero tailpipe emissions Signup and view all the answers

Limited range of travel Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

A hybrid car requires an electric motor and a traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) for power.
There are two types of hybrids: conventional and plug-in.
In a traditional hybrid, the electric motor supports the ICE to stretch each gallon of fuel further.
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) require a power source to charge and can take over to power the vehicle for a short distance.

In traditional hybrids, regenerative braking or the gas-powered engine charges the electric motor.
Plug-in hybrids require a power source to charge, and the electric motor can take over to power the vehicle for a short distance.

Electric cars, also known as “battery electric vehicles” (BEVs), don’t require fossil fuels.
They are powered by an enormous battery pack that stores electric power.
Electric cars don’t produce any tailpipe emissions, but they require charging.

Hybrid cars offer higher fuel-efficiency ratings than gas-powered cars.
Electric cars have zero tailpipe emissions and fewer moving parts to maintain/replace.
Hybrid cars tend to be more affordable than electric vehicles.
Electric cars have a higher initial purchase cost and require accounting for charging.

Pros of hybrid and electric cars: reduce carbon footprint, higher fuel-efficiency ratings, affordable, environmentally friendly, and quieter ride.
Cons of hybrid and electric cars: complicated systems, higher purchase cost, charging can be tricky, and lacking infrastructure of charging stations.

Hybrid cars use an internal combustion engine and electric motor, while electric cars use an electric battery.
Hybrid cars have lower emissions, while electric cars have zero tailpipe emissions.
Hybrid cars have a gas engine that extends beyond a short electric range, while electric cars have varying ranges by manufacturer.