Hybrid Car Issues

Disadvantages hybrid?

I know you have to drive a car 7 years/80, 000 miles – whatever the term – to offset the difference Price, but are there other issues in the light hybrids? Has much has been said about its reliability and / or operation in extreme climates, both hot and cold etc. Just wondering what the disadvantages would be, any ideas would be appreciated!

low is that the maintenance has to be done at the dealership. Most independent repairers have not been trained in technology. If your car breaks down in a small town or remote location. you could be out of luck unitl is towed the distributor. In addition, a hybrid does not offer a greater return on gas if most of your driving is on the road. If that is the case and looking for better performance fuel, could do much better with a diesel VW.

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