Hybrid and electric cars: What are the pros and cons of each?

Looking at making the switch to an electrified car? We weigh up which choice might be best for you
Hybrid and electric cars: What are the pros and cons of each?

Handout photo of an Electric car charging. See PA Feature LIFESTYLE MOTORING column. PA Photo. Picture credit should read: PA/John Walton. NOTE TO EDITORS: This picture must only be used to accompany PA Feature LIFESTYLE MOTORING column.

Electric and hybrid cars continue to rise in popularity, with the latest industry figures showing that electrified cars make up 43% of the Irish car market.

That number will only increase as we get closer to 2030. The Government currently has a target that there will be 945,000 electric vehicles on Irish roads by 2030 with 845,000 of these being private passenger cars .

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