"Many plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are rarely plugged in, as shown by a handful of studies. As a result, their combustion engines burn more fuel and emit more harmful gases. A controversial proposal from Germany wants to limit the car's power if the owner never plugs it in. Plug-in hybrids are either the best or the worst, depending on who you ask."
"They're a stopgap solution, make no mistake about it, but they have their advantages. The problem, however, is that many rarely get plugged in, as shown by a few studies. As a result, their emissions are much higher than what the official figures predicted they would be, and owners who don't recharge the batteries seldom benefit from the joys of all-electric, silent driving."
Many plug-in hybrids are rarely plugged in and consequently their combustion engines burn more fuel and emit more harmful gases than official figures imply. Plug-in hybrids combine internal combustion and electric propulsion, offering benefits for drivers with short commutes, home charging access, and modest range needs. They function as a transitional technology rather than a permanent solution. Low real-world charging rates undermine their emissions and silent-electric driving advantages. The European Union's 2035 ban on cars emitting carbon dioxide places PHEVs under pressure. Germany's auto association VDA proposes discouraging non-charging behavior by limiting vehicle power for owners who never plug in.
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