IntelliTechs ยท Oct 10, 2026
Before you shop, ask yourself two things: can you plug in easily at home or work, and how far do you drive each day? If you can't plug in, a full hybrid is the simple choice.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, a hybrid electric vehicle combines an internal combustion engine with electric motors that draw power from a battery.
Also called a micro hybrid, it uses a small battery and motor to assist the engine. It can shut the engine off when you're stopped, but it can't drive on electricity alone.
Only a plug-in hybrid. Mild and full hybrids never need a cable.
Hybrids often cost more than comparable gasoline-only cars, and plug-ins generally cost more than similar conventional and hybrid models.
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