Hybrid cars

A hybrid car is a vehicle that combines both a petrol or diesel engine and an electric motor. This provides better fuel efficiency and lower CO2 emissions, making hybrid cars an environmentally friendly choice.

Hybrid cars switch automatically between the combustion engine and the electric motor. This means you can enjoy the benefits of both systems, such as lower fuel costs and less pollution, especially when driving in cities.

Traditional hybrid cars do not require an external charging station, as they charge their battery via the combustion engine and regenerative braking. Plug-in hybrids, on the other hand, can charge at a charging station for additional electric range.

Hybrid cars have a smaller battery and automatically switch between engines. Plug-in hybrids have a larger battery and can be plugged into a charging station for longer journeys on electric power, often between 30 and 60 kilometres.

The range of a plug-in hybrid on electricity varies per model, but most can drive between 30 and 60 kilometers without using the combustion engine.

Hybrid cars typically have similar or lower maintenance costs than traditional vehicles. They have less wear on the brakes due to regenerative braking and do not require oil changes for the electric motor.

Yes, many governments offer attractive subsidies, tax breaks and other incentives for purchasing hybrid vehicles. This can significantly reduce the total cost.

Yes, hybrid cars emit less CO2 and other harmful substances than traditional vehicles, thus contributing to cleaner air and a reduced ecological footprint.