How to Charge the Corolla Hybrid?
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Corolla Hybrid does not require charging. The hybrid technology eliminates the need for charging by utilizing the vehicle's own wasted energy (such as during braking, idling, or cruising) to recharge the battery. The primary function of the hybrid system is to reduce fuel consumption, as the electrical energy in hybrid vehicles is derived from the conversion of surplus energy generated by the engine. Below are some key points about the Corolla Hybrid: 1. The Corolla Hybrid employs a high-power nickel-metal hydride battery. It accumulates charging and discharging currents through energy discharge during acceleration, regenerative braking during deceleration, and charging from surplus energy produced while the engine is running, maintaining a balanced charging state. 2. In addition to the conventional engine, hybrid vehicles are equipped with an electric motor as an additional power source. With these two power sources, the vehicle can start and accelerate using only the electric motor, then seamlessly switch to the gasoline engine when reaching the most fuel-efficient driving speed. This system intelligently combines and leverages the unique strengths of both the engine and the electric motor.