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Apr 8, 2022

Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles (PHEV): What Are They & How Do They Work?

There’s a lot of interest in electric vehicles (EVs), but they have limitations and won’t work for everyone. However, for some people, a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) might be the right choice for optimum fuel efficiency but without worries about electric driving range.

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