Hybrid vehicles are often seen as the 'least favorable option' due to their 'built-in shortcomings', especially as there are increasing demands to focus on electric vehicles instead.
Currently, the sale of new hybrid vehicles is expected to persist until the year 2035.
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A prominent automotive specialist has urged the Government to eliminate incentives for hybrid cars, advocating instead for increased support for electric vehicles.
According to data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), there were 261,000 registrations for hybrid electric vehicles and 167,000 for plug-in hybrid vehicles in the year 2024.
This marked a significant year-on-year increase of 9.6 percent and 18.3 percent, as drivers transition to vehicles that are more eco-friendly compared to traditional petrol or diesel models.
In 2024, the registration of battery electric cars soared to nearly 382,000 vehicles, highlighting the increasing shift towards zero-emission transportation, despite their rising popularity.
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As the Government deliberates on the possibility of permitting the sale of new hybrid vehicles beyond the decade's end, a specialist has criticized the ongoing endorsement of hybrid cars.
According to Alex Ingram, the Chief Reviewer at Auto Express, plug-in hybrid vehicles do not live up to their expectations, highlighting concerns related to both financial aspects and environmental impact.
He referenced an extensive road test of the Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV, which recorded an impressive 35.3 mpg over a distance of 4,500 miles. In contrast, the Range Rover Evoque fell short, delivering less than 30 mpg after its electric battery ran out.
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