Sales growth for hybrid cars is outpacing growth for electric vehicles this year.
AdvertisementIt's shaping up to be a comeback year for hybrid cars — and that's partly because they're now nearly as good as their conventional vehicles, according to a Ford executive.
Frick's comments come as demand for hybrid vehicles soars, partly due to drivers' worries about charging electric cars.
AdvertisementFreedom of choiceThe hybrid Maverick starts at about $25,300 — some $1,500 more than the gas version.
About 60% of those buying a hybrid Maverick are first-time Ford customers, product development operations chief Jim Baumbick previously told Business Insider.
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