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All the Electrified Vehicle Options in Alcoa, TN

There are three types of electric vehicles available in Alcoa, TN. They include BEVs, PHEVs, and HEVs. If you’re exploring how you can go green by making the EV switch and saving money on fuel, all three vehicle types can help you do that, but with varying levels of impact. Let’s explore how these electrified vehicles differ and which is the right fit for you.

Battery Electric Vehicles

Of all the electrified vehicles on the market, BEVs like the 2024 EV9 are the most deserving of the name. These vehicles allow you to leave the gas pump in your rearview mirror and fully switch to electric energy. Their powertrains consist of one or more electric motors connected to a rechargeable battery pack that can be juiced up at home using a Level 2 charger or at a charging station. Level 2 charging can be completed overnight, while DC charging can usually significantly recharge your battery EV in under 30 minutes. Fully charged, most modern EVs can give you an electric driving range comparable to their gas-powered counterparts at lower “fuel” cost and with zero tailpipe emissions.

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), such as the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid, combine the innovative technology of a BEV with a traditional gas-powered vehicle. PHEVs have an engine as well as an electric motor with a rechargeable battery pack which, like BEVs, can be recharged through a Level 2 charger. Still, they can also be recharged through regenerative braking like a standard hybrid model. Because of this, some PHEVs are able to operate in electric-only mode for up to 30 miles or more. That means you may be able to complete your morning commute without using a drop of gas, and on longer trips, you don’t have to worry about hunting down a charging station because you’ll also be able to use traditional fuel.

Hybrid Electric Vehicles

Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), like the Sportage Hybrid, combine a gasoline engine with an electric motor and a battery. HEVs recharge their batteries solely through regenerative braking and lack an electric-only driving mode. However, these vehicles still offer improved fuel efficiency and produce fewer tailpipe emissions than traditional gasoline vehicles.

If you're looking for an eco-friendly vehicle that aligns with your budget and lifestyle, Kia’s diverse lineup includes models that fall into each electric vehicle type. Visit the Rusty Wallace Kia Alcoa dealership to find a model that is right for you.