MAINE SUNDAY TELEGRAM • July 23, 2023
Numerous studies show that not only are hybrids worse for the environment than EVs, but they can also be worse than gasoline cars. A hybrid is more environmentally friendly than an EV in city-only driving, where electricity comes from coal. That’s the case in only 5% of the world’s grids, and grids are becoming cleaner and cleaner. In most instances, a hybrid is less environmentally friendly than an EV and often worse than a gasoline car. ~David Kuchta, Portland