At the Steve Serra Auto Group, we are excited to help Alabama residents learn about the vehicles of the future. Our expert sales team is here to introduce you to all the amazing EV and hybrid selections offered by Toyota and Hyundai so you can explore your options, take a few test drives, and decide which of these environmentally friendly and cost-effective vehicles might be perfect for your next vehicle purchase.
Hyundai offers a wide selection of fully electric vehicles to meet the needs of all forward-thinking buyers. The list includes:
Hyundai offers a significant hybrid lineup for buyers who are just getting comfortable with the concept of a car that is not always reliant on gasoline. The list includes hybrid versions of many of the most popular Hyundai vehicles, including:
The current PHEV offered by Hyundai is the Tucson. It provides the best of both worlds, as the SUV can be operated on a combustion engine, electric motors that can be plugged in to recharge, or a combination of both.
If you have been watching EVs for years, you know that Toyota was a leader in this realm with the famous Prius. Today, it offers an excellent all-electric SUV in the bZ4X. This functional and fun to drive EV has a range of over 200 miles and can be converted to meet all your needs when handling five passengers or a massive amount of cargo.
The hybrids offered by Toyota run the gamut and include all the famous names that have become Toyota fan favorites, carrying us into the future of driving more responsibly. These exciting models include:
When evaluating new vehicles, you will see many that are classified as an EV, or electric vehicle. Both Toyota and Hyundai offer several selections that function using motors that are wholly powered by batteries. There are no combustion engines in EVs, so all you need to do is plug them in to recharge the batteries, which can provide a range of 300 miles or more, depending on the vehicle and driving conditions. There are also three variations of charging for these vehicles, ranging from a standard plug setup using a 110V outlet to commercial fast-charge stations that are similar to a gas station for a traditional combustion car. You pull in and plug in. The vehicle and level of the battery’s current charge will impact the time needed to reach a full charge and maximum range for the EV.
A hybrid vehicle combines a traditional combustion engine with an electric motor and a battery to achieve added efficiency. The electric motor is powered by the batteries that store energy from regenerative braking. Hybrid vehicles do not have a plug that allows the batteries to be fully charged from an external source, like the charging stations used by EVs. However, the power stored in the batteries from using the gas-powered motor extends the vehicle’s range further than what would typically be delivered from a gas engine alone. The process of expanding the range also increases the fuel economy and reduces emissions compared to a traditional gas-powered vehicle.
When you see the acronym PHEV, it refers to a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle that combines a combustion engine with an electric motor and batteries, which can be charged using an external charging station. These vehicles will operate in all-electric mode until the battery power is depleted, and can then be switched to hybrid mode, which uses both the engine and electric motor. Finally, the vehicle can be fully functional using only the gas engine. This wide range of power sources enables PHEVs to offer a significant range, as well as confidence for drivers new to relying solely on batteries and an electric motor for their transportation needs.
If you are ready to test drive a few electric or hybrid vehicles to see which one will best meet your needs, comfort level with these innovative vehicles, and deliver the driving enjoyment you want, please stop by Steve Serra Auto Group today to begin your exploration of the future of driving in a great new Hyundai or Toyota EV, PHEV, or hybrid.
