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The PHEV emissions problem is not the plug-in hybrid. It is the ‘plug-in maybes’

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First reported by The Driven · 16 September at 6:00 pm

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The Driven·EV specialists·16 September at 6:00 pm

The PHEV emissions problem is not the plug-in hybrid. It is the ‘plug-in maybes’

Plug-in hybrids can work, but only if we design them, and manage them, for how people actually travel. The experience in Australia is more promising than Europe. The post The PHEV emissions problem…

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The quick read

  • Plug-in hybrids can work if designed and managed for how people actually travel.
  • The Australian experience with plug-in hybrids is more promising than Europe's.
  • Plug-in hybrids can be a viable alternative to traditional petrol-powered cars.
  • Dealers who stock well-suited plug-in hybrids can expect stronger sales.

For dealers: Australian dealers have an opportunity to showcase the benefits of plug-in hybrids to customers and differentiate themselves from competitors.

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ADME commentary

The ADME angle

The Australian experience with plug-in hybrids is more promising than Europe's, which suggests that local dealers have an opportunity to showcase the benefits of these vehicles to customers.

This is crucial because it means that dealers can focus on selling plug-in hybrids as a viable alternative to traditional petrol-powered cars, rather than trying to convince customers to switch to fully electric vehicles.

What it means for the order bank

Dealers who stock plug-in hybrids that are designed for Australian driving conditions can expect to see stronger sales, as customers will be more likely to purchase a vehicle that meets their needs.

In contrast, dealers who stock plug-in hybrids that are not well-suited to Australian conditions may struggle to move inventory, as customers will be less likely to purchase a vehicle that does not meet their expectations.

Competitor response

Dealers who can effectively communicate the benefits of plug-in hybrids to customers will be able to differentiate themselves from competitors who are still focused on traditional petrol-powered cars.

To take advantage of this opportunity, dealers should focus on training their sales staff to effectively communicate the benefits of plug-in hybrids, and ensure that they have a range of models available that meet the needs of Australian customers.

Taking action

This week, dealers can take a decisive action by reviewing their current stock of plug-in hybrids and ensuring that they have models available that are well-suited to Australian driving conditions, and training their sales staff to effectively communicate the benefits of these vehicles to customers.

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