SHOULD I BUY A HYBRID CAR? (AND, IF SO, WHICH ONE?) | AUTO EXPERT JOHN CADOGAN

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John Cadogan addresses a viewer's query about purchasing a hybrid vehicle, questioning the necessity and practicality of such a purchase for the average Australian driver. He highlights that hybrids are most effective in dense, stop-start traffic, offering minimal advantage on highways where their added complexity becomes 'excess baggage.' Cadogan suggests that for highway-focused driving, a conventional, efficient car like the Kia Seltos with an Atkinson cycle engine might be a more sensible choice. He also touches upon the higher cost of Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) due to larger batteries and motors. While acknowledging the environmental intentions behind hybrid purchases, he stresses the importance of aligning the technology's benefits with the owner's actual driving conditions, particularly for those in less congested areas like Canberra. The review also briefly covers other viewer questions regarding car modifications and tool specifics.