Have you heard' The hybrids are coming. As sales growth falters for electric vehicles, particularly in the United States, automakers have started to turn their gaze toward the EV's less-charged-up cousins. Some may see hybrids as less sexy, or less worthy, than full-electric cars. But global government emissions rules, along with hybrids' reputation as an EV 'gateway drug,' have made these cars an attractive stop on the electrified vehicle roadmap. Expect to see way more of them for sale in the coming years. Alas, the world of hybrids is confusing. Some plug in for power; some don't. Some can avoid gas fuel altogether; some won't operate without it. As a result, some come with big emissions (and gas money) savings. Frustratingly, some commentators call all hybrids, well, 'hybrids,' without specifying which technology they're using. The electric-curious car buyer will want to know a few key terms'and acronyms. Your standard gas-powered car has an internal combustion engine, so it's...
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