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Electric and hybrid vehicle technology is rapidly advancing, and customers are now reaping the benefits of alternative energy. From taking advantage of incentives to joining the movement towards a more sustainable future, there are many reasons to go electric today.
If you’re considering your first electric vehicle or simply fancy trying something new, you probably have questions about practicality, cost, range and charging.
At Sandal, we are committed to a greener future, and there has never been a better time to consider the switch. We are here to help you make sense of all things electric and hybrid - and to show you just how easy electric driving can be.
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Plug in Hybrid vehicles are driven by two power sources, a combustion fossil fuel engine and electric motor. Plug-In hybrids provide a step change to the electric vehicles and allow a greater distance to be driven by electric alone and providing the added benefit of lower running costs, reduced emissions, and an exceptional driving experience. During driving, electric powered or combustion, the Plug-In Hybrid allows the vehicle to motor with these power sources independently or in combination.
The fully electric vehicle, simply put, is the cheapest, cleanest and quietest to run. They rely on power by electric battery and motor only as power. They provide a solution to remove the fossil fuel engine completely and a solution to zero-emission when driving. The energy from the brakes can be reused but requires charging via a plug-in.
Currently a single charge of an electric vehicle is between 150-200 miles and as technology improves and designs are revised, the mileage range is becoming less of an issue. Where longer journeys need to be taken, charging facilities have a big impact on the practicality of owning an electric vehicle but there is now a wealth of fast charging points available across the UK to charge your car on the route at most service stations.
Battery technology is constantly improving, not only in range but also in performance. Electric motors deliver instant torque, improving speed, traction and cornering. Modern batteries are designed to last hundreds of thousands of miles, and recycling schemes are now being developed to give them a second life.
If you’re wondering what electric ownership is really like, hear from one of our customers:
