From Transport Evolved.
While we’re fans of fully battery electric vehicle at the channel, there’s been something of a noticeable pushback by both the auto industry and legislators in some markets against EVs.
In their place, we’re seeing a resurgence of interest in plug-in hybrids.
But are plug-in hybrids really a good idea? Are they any use for most people? Could an EV prove a more practical alternative? Or are plug-in hybrids and range-extended EVs actually worthwhile for some people?
We have plenty of thoughts!
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00:00 – Introduction
01:12 – Opinions are varied
01:47 – The push back against EVs toward EREVs and PHEVS
05:09 – Basics of EREVs and PHEVS
12:23 – EREV range-anxiety help – is it really needed now?
15:01 – Have EV advances eliminated the need? We say "yes"
15:47 – Rawdogging vs stopping
16:41 – 800V eliminates some of the concerns that brought about Plug-in Hybvrids
18:38 – There are valid reasons to go plug-in hybrid or EREV instead of a BEV
20:09 – Pickup Trucks and Towing…
21:18 – Edge-case use
22:23 – The bad reasons for going PHEV or EREV over BEV
22:56 – Should you get one?
23:18 – Range over 50 miles is a must
24:21 – DC fast charging
25:07 – The real reason PHEVs are back?
25:48 – Thanks, and Goodbye!
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Presenter: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield.
Script: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield, Kate Walton-Elliott
Camera, Editor, Colorist: Vi Horton
Art and Animation: Erin Carlie
Producer: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield
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© Transport Evolved LLC, 2025
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