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If you’re considering trading in your current gas-powered vehicle for an electric vehicle (EV) or hybrid model in the Guaynabo area., then it’s important to prepare and determine how to charge a hybrid car. For example, a standard hybrid like the Toyota Prius charges itself, whereas a plug-in hybrid or EV needs to be charged externally. Learn about charging a hybrid car battery with Triangle Toyota de San Juan.
If you’re wondering how to charge a hybrid car battery, you’re not alone. The answer depends on the type of hybrid you have. Understanding how each type of hybrid charges will help you determine which is the best fit for your lifestyle in Rio Piedras.
Models like the Toyota Corolla Hybrid are considered standard hybrids. They use both an electric motor and an internal combustion engine, so they still require gasoline to function. The best part is, that you won’t have to make any changes to your daily driving routines — the battery in a hybrid self-charges as you drive around San Juan.
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) have become more and more popular in recent years. Like a standard hybrid, a PHEV uses both an electric motor and an internal combustion engine. However, PHEVs have larger batteries, so they can run on electricity alone for a certain number of miles (known as the electric range). Because of this, you must charge your PHEV with an external power source, such as a public charging station, a 120-volt household outlet, or a fast-charging home station.
As the name denotes, EVs run on electricity alone — they have no gas engine, only an electric motor. They need to be plugged into an external power source to charge the battery.
Whether you opt for a PHEV like the Toyota RAV4 Prime in the RAV4 lineup or an all-electric model like the Toyota bZ4X, you’ll want to know how to charge a hybrid car battery of this type. There are three main options for charging a hybrid car battery.
Your PHEV or EV comes with a portable charging cord, compatible with any household 120-volt outlet. This makes charging a hybrid car battery convenient, but the catch is that they charge at a slow rate.
Rather than relying on a 120-volt outlet at your home, you can install a 240-volt fast-charging station in your garage instead. This comes at an added cost, of course, but the investment is worth it for how quickly you can recharge your EV or PHEV.
You can also take advantage of public charging stations, which are becoming more popular at local businesses. They’re not yet as common as gas stations around Bayamon, but their numbers are growing at a steady rate.
If you’re ready to browse the new Toyota lineup to find a hybrid or PHEV, then it’s time to visit Triangle Toyota de San Juan. We make it easy to access the future of automotive technology, and we can share everything you need to know about hybrids, PHEVs, and EVs. Get in touch with us if you have any questions. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in San Juan!
