I never understood what the problem with hybrid EVs was. They seem like the best of both worlds. Drastically improved gas mileage - competitive with the effective mpg of a full EV - but without the requirement to build superchargers everywhere (and add 30-60min stops on your longer trips)
They are more expensive to buy, you need two drivetrains.
They are more complex, you have two drivetrains.
They are heavier, you have two drivetrains.
They are not as nice to drive compared to any pure EV.
You have to put gaz into them.
You may look stupid in your neighbourhood too. Not everyone buy a car for the social status but buying a more expensive fossil car today is not cool. At least in Norwegian urban areas.
But yes you save a few minutes if your long trim at the cost of losing a few minutes every time you fuel it.
Counterpoint to all of the above except your image problems: batteries are heavy and expensive. Also, studies have shown that PHEVs have a similar maintenance cost per mile as BEVs.
