How Do Hybrid Vehicles Operate?

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Hybrid vehicles are equipped with two power sources simultaneously—a traditional gasoline or diesel engine and a battery with an electric motor. By utilizing the electric motor in hybrid vehicles, the power system can be flexibly regulated according to the actual operating conditions of the vehicle, while the engine operates within the optimal range of comprehensive performance, thereby reducing fuel consumption and emissions. The advantages of hybrid vehicles include the following: 1. Smooth and quiet driving. Hybrid models rely on the rotation of the electric motor for initial movement, eliminating the vibrations associated with internal combustion engine operation, resulting in a smoother ride. 2. Faster acceleration from a standstill. Hybrid models operate in pure electric mode during initial movement, and the electric motor can deliver maximum torque at very low speeds. Therefore, hybrids accelerate faster than conventional vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines during the starting phase. 3. Local policy incentives. Hybrid models can enjoy the benefits of new energy policies without the constant worry about range that comes with driving pure electric vehicles.