GreenCars 101
Whether you’re just getting started or already well-informed, our experts have compiled everything you need to educate yourself on sustainable driving, all in one place.
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History of Modern Electric Cars
Electric cars have actually been around for a long time. During the fuel crisis of the 1970s, many American carmakers introduced electric models, though they had limited capabilities. Learn about those vehicles, and more recent developments, in this overview.
Plug-In Hybrid Car Overview
Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) are popular for their ability to drive you around town on electric-only power and also take you on long trips with their hybrid drivetrains. Here’s what you need to know.
How Plug-In Hybrids Work
It will drive you around town on electricity alone but also has a fuel-efficient gasoline engine married to an electric motor. So, how does a plug-in hybrid actually work? Read on to find out.
Benefits of Plug-In Hybrid Cars
Plug-in hybrid vehicles save you money on gasoline, are more environmentally friendly, and eliminate the “range anxiety” some feel with all-electric cars. For some drivers, that means they combine the best of many worlds.
Popular Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles
Americans have fallen in love with plug-in hybrid vehicles. From the Hyundai Ioniq to the Ford Escape, here are the most popular PHEVs on the market today. Some even start under $30,000!
Buying a Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle
Plug-in hybrid vehicles offer the best of all worlds. You can drive around town on all-electric power but also get all the advantages of a fuel-efficient hybrid drivetrain. Read on to find out if a plug-in hybrid is right for you.
Plug-In Hybrid Ownership
Despite some additional complexity, driving a plug-in hybrid could actually reduce your costs over years. You'll save on fuel, and even in some cases on maintenance.