- Reduced Emissions: PHEVs offer significant emissions reductions compared to conventional vehicles and HEVs. They can run on electricity for some of their mileage, resulting in lower carbon emissions per mile, especially when the electricity is sourced from cleaner energy grids.
- Efficiency and Fuel Economy: PHEVs combine the efficiency of electric operation with the flexibility of a gasoline engine, enhancing overall fuel efficiency and reducing dependence on fossil fuels compared to HEVs.
- Lower Lifetime Emissions: Studies indicate that PHEVs generally reduce lifetime emissions by a larger margin than HEVs, particularly in scenarios where they utilize cleaner energy sources during their electric mode operation.
- Grid Interaction Benefits: PHEVs can also provide vehicle-to-grid services, acting as energy storage units and helping to stabilize the grid by charging during off-peak hours and discharging during peak demand, which can further reduce emissions by optimizing energy generation and distribution.
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