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Basics of hybrid leasing guide
Leasing a hybrid car can be an affordable and hassle-free way of driving a brand-new model. This allows drivers to switch to a more efficient and sustainable offering.
Hybrid lease deals represent the best of both worlds, balancing the familiarity of a combustion engine with the very latest EV technology. Learn about the basics of leasing a hybrid car in our helpful guides below. Topics include hybrid car servicing, how hybrid cars work, and if the leasing process differs for hybrid vehicles.
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The best hybrid cars to lease in 2024
Hybrid cars are an increasingly popular choice for drivers looking into eco-friendly motoring. Here are some of the best hybrid cars to lease in 2024.
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What are the pros & cons of hybrid cars?
Hybrid cars account for about a quarter of new vehicle registrations in the UK, roughly twice as many as fully electric vehicles. While the country is moving towards an all-electric future, it’s…
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What are the congestion charges for hybrid cars?
Mention congestion charges and most people will immediately think of the fee you have to pay to drive a vehicle in Central London. But cities across the UK are in the process…
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The difference between electric cars vs. hybrid cars
When the first hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) entered the market, they were sometimes referred to as “electric cars” to differentiate them from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Now we have MHEVs, FHEVs,…
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Series vs. parallel hybrids
Hybrid electric vehicles, or HEVs, are equipped with an internal combustion engine (ICE) and an electric motor. These two distinct power sources can work together in various ways to extend the range…
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What is a hybrid car and how does it work?
An internal combustion engine (ICE) uses a liquid like petrol or diesel as its fuel. A battery electric vehicle (BEV) is powered by an electric motor running on a solid-state (often lithium-ion)…
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How do hybrid vehicles work?
Hybrid cars, often referred to as HEV for ‘hybrid electric vehicle’, combine a conventional internal combustion engine with an electric motor, both of which work together to power the vehicle’s drivetrain. The…
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Are electric & hybrid cars reliable?
There are a lot of myths and misconceptions around electric car reliability – so just how reliable are the different types of electric vehicle? Consumer watchdog organisation Which? surveys thousands of motorists…
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What are the advantages & disadvantages of hybrid cars?
A hybrid car has both an internal combustion engine (ICE) and an electric motor powered by an onboard battery. Depending on the relative sizes of the engine and motor, and how the…
