Why have so many Illinois car shoppers waited to buy an electric car or hybrid? The most common misconceptions about these vehicles are you have to sacrifice style and horsepower, they cost too much, or they require drastic changes to your daily driving routine. Luckily, your Rudolph Honda are here to provide you with an electrified education. In 1974, Civic introduced the CVCC engine, a major breakthrough for reducing emissions, lowering vehicle costs, and increasing fuel efficiency. Fast-forward 35 years and Honda is still raising the bar with eco-friendly vehicles like the Accord Hybrid, Insight Hybrid, and the trailblazing Clarity lineup.
There are so many reasons to drive an electrified vehicle. These are just a few that can directly benefit you.
Enjoy 8 years of high-voltage battery limited warranty coverage* on every Honda hybrid.
Instant torque* and impressive acceleration bring fun and excitement to driving electric vehicles.
Reduce or eliminate your reliance on gas and save money at the pump.
Potential benefits* include HOV lane access eligibility, lower electricity rates, a tax credit of up to $7,500* and more.
A new electrified vehicle can help you feel good about your carbon footprint by reducing or eliminating your driving emissions.
Whether you’re commuting to work or heading out on a longer journey, there’s an option that fits your lifestyle.
Each electrified technology offers unique features and distinct advantages.
Find the technology that fits your lifestyle and driving needs.
Hybrid vehicles are more powerful and popular than ever. They feature both a gas engine and an electric motor, and never need to be plugged in. Hybrids receive higher driving-range and mpg ratings and can save you time and money at the pump. Stylish options, including the Honda Insight and Accord Hybrid, fit seamlessly into your lifestyle.
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Plug-in hybrids can function as all-electric, emission-free vehicles for short trips, then automatically switch to using a gas-powered engine when the battery runs low or when additional power is required. With the flexibility and peace of mind to go almost anywhere, vehicles like the Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid help you get the most out of your drive.
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All-electric vehicles completely eliminate the need for gas and offer instant acceleration. Utilizing at-home charging options and a large network of charging stations, electric vehicles such as the Honda Clarity Electric* are quiet, reliable, easy to charge and produce zero emissions.
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With water as their only emission, hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles top the charts of innovation and refuel in just minutes. Hydrogen-fueled vehicles like the Honda Clarity Fuel Cell, available in spring of 2019 in California only*, are on track to become more widely accessible.
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Honda electrified vehicles are easy to charge and powered by batteries that are just as reliable as the vehicles themselves.
Three convenient charging options make plugging in easy, whether you’re at home or on the go.
Choose from several easy-to-use charging options for your Clarity Electric or Clarity Plug-In Hybrid: Level 1, which uses a household outlet*; Level 2, a quicker charge at your home or at a charging station; or for the Clarity Electric, DC fast charging*, the fastest type of charging currently available for Honda vehicles.
Built to last and covered by long-term limited warranties, our high-voltage batteries provide a reliable and cost-effective experience.
The high-voltage lithium-ion batteries that power our electrified vehicles are designed for long-term use. They’re covered by an 8-year/100,000-mile limited warranty*, which means less worrying about repair costs.
We aim to have as little impact on the environment as possible by recycling materials from our batteries.
We harvest metals and components from our electrified-vehicle batteries whenever possible, and repurpose them in other products. This allows us to reuse valuable materials and reduce waste.
The Honda lineup of electrified vehicles truly stands out with stylish options for any lifestyle. Whether you’re a road-tripper, an environmentalist, a busy parent or all of the above, there’s an electrified vehicle for you. Plus, they all include innovative Honda Sensing® technology for more confidence on the road.