"The EV experience is improving quickly. Charging infrastructure is improving. If you own a single-family home with a Level 2 charger, owning an electric SUV can feel mostly seamless. But traveling long distances in an electric vehicle remains more of a pain than the alternative. For some buyers, a plug-in hybrid SUV may offer a compelling and, if you charge diligently, nearly as efficient alternative."
"Plug-in hybrid SUVs can offer a best-of-both-worlds solution. They offer enough range to do most everyday driving under electric power, but they also provide gasoline flexibility to take the stress out of longer journeys. A plug-in hybrid SUV may not be the ultimate solution for efficient travel for most people-as EVs are simpler and better for the environment -but it may be the best option for many buyers right now."
"Plug-in hybrid SUVs can look different. But the best need to meet a few simple criteria. One is range. A plug-in hybrid SUV needs enough all-electric range for plugging in to be worth the effort. The hybrid battery system needs to be well-integrated and easy-to-use. And plug-in hybrid SUVs are still SUVs. So factors we would look at in a combustion crossover - practicality, luxury, overall driving flair - remain fair game here."
Electric vehicle ownership is becoming easier as charging infrastructure and home Level 2 chargers make daily electric-SUV use nearly seamless, while long-distance travel remains less convenient. Plug-in hybrid SUVs combine substantial all-electric range for everyday trips with gasoline backup for longer journeys, offering a practical compromise for buyers who can charge diligently. Effective plug-in hybrids need sufficient all-electric range, a well-integrated and easy-to-use hybrid battery system, and the traditional SUV qualities of practicality, luxury, and driving flair. Selection focuses on models available in the North American market, with brands like Volvo noted for safety, Scandinavian minimalist luxury, and plug-in hybrid engineering.
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