Is a hybrid car the worst of both worlds?

The design complexity of integrating two powertrain technologies in one vehicle results in increased testing needs, both in terms of methodology and coverage, which ultimately increases overall test costs. When it comes to design complexity and testing, it’s the worst of both worlds. BEVs have a much simpler powertrain with fewer moving components, less failure points, and lower maintenance costs. Eliminating the ICE components will reduce testing requirements and decrease overall complexity to a level lower than the ICE-only era.