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A hybrid electric vehicle combines an internal combustion engine and an electric motor powered by battery. The combination allows the electric motor and battery to help the conventional engine operate more efficiently, cutting fuel use. The gas-fueled combustion engine overcomes the limited driving range of an electric vehicle. This technology gives you the ability to drive more miles using less fuel and never having to plug in for recharging.

Electric Vehicles can travel at the same speeds as conventional vehicles but have a limited range, often spanning from 50 to 130 miles.
Plug-in hybrids run on battery power at speeds under 35 mph. The battery will run 50 miles before needing to be recharged.

Flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) are designed to run on gasoline or a blend of up to 85% ethanol (E85). Except for a few engine and fuel system modifications, they are identical to gasoline-only models.

Biodiesel is a vegetable oil-based fuel that runs in diesel engines - cars, buses, trucks, construction equipment, boats, generators, and oil home heating units. It's usually made from soy or canola oil, and can also be made from recycled fryer oil. You can blend it with regular diesel or run 100% biodiesel. Biodiesel is now available in Miami.

To promote alternative fuels, the Federal government offers tax incentives to consumers purchasing qualifying alternative fuel vehicles.