
Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid: what’s the difference?
A full hybrid charges its battery while driving; a plug-in hybrid can also charge from an external supply and usually offers more electric-only driving.
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A full hybrid charges its battery while driving; a plug-in hybrid can also charge from an external supply and usually offers more electric-only driving.

A boat usually suggests a smaller watercraft and a ship a larger seagoing vessel. Usage overlaps: ferries may be called boats and submarines retain boat terminology.

Diesel engines ignite fuel through compression heat; petrol engines usually use spark plugs. Journey pattern, emissions equipment and actual costs change the comparison.

Pelican crossings have far-side pedestrian signals and a flashing phase. Puffin signals are beside you, with sensors and no flashing amber for drivers.