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What are the advantages and disadvantages of a hybrid vehicle?
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Advantages: 
1. Hybrid vehicles typically have better fuel economy than conventional gasoline-powered cars.
2. They can be more cost efficient over time due to lower fuel costs.
3. Hybrid vehicles often offer greater environmental benefits as they produce fewer emissions.Disadvantages: 
1. Hybrid vehicles tend to be more expensive upfront, although their fuel savings may offset this in the long run.
2. They require more maintenance than traditional cars.
3. Some hybrids still rely on internal combustion engines for certain driving conditions.