J&S Auto Repair services and repairs all vehicle types including hybrids. If you are on the fence about whether you want to purchase a hybrid automobile, let’s talk below about the advantages of these cars. For many, a hybrid is a conscious choice because they want to improve their carbon footprint. For others, they just want to save money on gasoline, and there’s nothing wrong with that.
Less Pollution
Hybrid vehicles run on cleaner energy because they use a combination of electricity and gas. This helps to reduce your carbon footprint because they release less exhaust and cause less pollution than gasoline vehicles.
Government Incentives
Depending on where you live, your local and state government may still be offering tax credits if you purchase a hybrid vehicle. In some cases, your state may also give you a rebate for buying a hybrid automobile.
Regenerative Power
The hybrid braking system is special in that it regenerates power. Every time you use your brakes, the energy that is required to stop the car is captured and sent back to the electric motor to keep it charged. This extends the time between charges.
Less Fuel Dependence
For those who wish to reduce their dependence on fossil fuels, hybrid is the way to go. This automobile uses less gasoline as we said above, and it reduces your dependence on oil and gasoline. This is a primary reason why people buy hybrids.
Lightweight
Another way that hybrids save energy is that they are lightweight. These cars weigh less than diesel or gasoline automobiles and it doesn’t take as much energy to get them up and running and speeding along.
Smaller Engines
Smaller engines also help reduce the weight of hybrid automobiles. The less an automobile weighs the less power it uses to run. This not only helps save the electricity but also the gasoline needed to power the automobile.
Resale Value
Finally, hybrid vehicles are in demand and many people choose to purchase a used one rather than a new one for their first hybrid. This means these vehicles fetch higher resale values and you’ll get more money out of your used hybrid than you would a gasoline automobile.
As we said above, J&S Auto Repair in Warwick, RI, services, and repairs hybrid vehicles. We’d be happy to inspect the hybrid you are considering buying or if you already have one, you can count on us for all of your automotive service needs. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment for your hybrid automobile.
