Are Hybrid Vehicles Considered New Energy Vehicles?

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Hybrid vehicles are a combination of gasoline-powered cars and electric vehicles, and they are not classified as new energy vehicles but rather as green and environmentally friendly vehicles. New energy vehicles refer to those that utilize new types of energy sources. Whether it's a hybrid of gasoline and electricity or steam and electricity, they should fall under the category of new energy vehicles. Energy-saving vehicles, on the other hand, are those that primarily rely on engines as their main power source and have fuel consumption lower than the contemporary average standard. For hybrid vehicles, whether they are mild hybrids, medium hybrids, or full hybrids, the engine remains the primary power source, with the battery assisting in driving. In this sense, they belong to the category of energy-saving vehicles. Hybrid vehicles typically have smaller battery capacities, do not require external charging, and users do not need to worry about battery range, as the engine remains the main driving force of the vehicle.