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Here Comes the Flood of Plug-In Hybrids
Mar 27, 2024
US emissions rules are pushing for more plug-in hybrid cars. Automakers see plug-in hybrids as a bridge to wider electric vehicle adoption. Driving behavior is crucial for reducing carbon emissions.
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- US emissions rules favor plug-in hybrids alongside electric cars for automakers to meet climate goals by 2032.
- Effectiveness of plug-in hybrids in reducing carbon emissions questioned due to user behavior in charging practices.
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Government's Rule on Electric Vehicle Transition
The Biden administration's recent mandate requires automakers to significantly increase the sale of battery-powered vehicles in the US by 2032. While the rule initially favored battery electric cars, lobbying led to a revision allowing plug-in hybrids to also count towards emissions goals. This shift aims to help automakers meet climate objectives more flexibly, with the expectation that plug-in hybrids will play a significant role in the transition to electric vehicles.
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