By this time, almost everyone has heard of hybrid vehicles, but not everyone has experienced owning or driving one for themselves. But what are hybrid vehicles exactly, and why are they being touted as the best option compared to traditional petrol-fueled and purely electric vehicles?
In this blog, we’ll quickly go over why opting for a hybrid for your next car rental can be your most practical, economical and environmentally conscious choice. But before diving into details, here’s a quick rundown of the most prominent benefits of hybrid cars compared to other engine types.
Advantages of Hybrid Cars
- Increased Fuel Efficiency and Mileage
- Lower Fuel Costs
- Reduced Emissions and Smaller Environmental Footprint
- Electric-Only Mode is Emission-Free
- Regenerative Braking Uses “Lost” Energy to Power the Motor
- Utilises the advantages of Gas and Electric
How are Hybrid Cars Different from Petrol and Electric Vehicles
While electric and gas-powered vehicles are quite distinct, the latter uses the traditional combustion engine, and the former uses stored electricity from a battery to power the motor. The hybrid vehicle is stuck in between—in a good way.
When a hybrid engine requires more power sent to the drivetrain, such as when on an incline or during rapid acceleration, it relies on the generally more powerful combustion engine. But during less demanding times, it utilises its high-voltage battery to propel the vehicle forward.
By intuitively switching between two propulsion methods, it negates the downsides of each, including the limited power and range of purely electric vehicles and the high-emission rates of petrol-powered cars. With a hybrid vehicle, you can go the distance, get the power when needed, and reduce pollution when possible.
What’s in it for Renters?
Each time you opt for a hybrid car rental, you get to enjoy up to an average of 20% more fuel efficiency than regular car rentals. This cost difference can make such a huge difference, especially when driving long distances. Plus, you spend less time looking for pump stations and stopping for petrol.
Furthermore, you get to enjoy your holiday or business trip more, knowing that you’re travelling with reduced emissions and doing your part in reducing resource consumption.
Another advantage of going for a hybrid car hire is you need to pay no mind to the downside of hybrid cars, which is the upfront cost of the unit and the more expensive maintenance. Just as with any other car rental, you get to enjoy all the perks of the vehicle without having to worry about the actual price of the unit and the cost of maintaining it.
Go for the Hybrid
We at Alpha Car Hire are pleased to let you know that we have started including hybrid car rentals in our fleet. Book yours today and see the difference when it comes to driving efficiency and fuel economy without compromising for comfort and style.