What does HEV mean?
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HEV stands for Hybrid Electric Vehicle, also known as a hybrid vehicle. The following is a related introduction: Hybrid method: Hybrid power means the vehicle uses both gasoline and electric drive systems. The advantage is that when starting and stopping, the vehicle relies solely on the electric motor. The engine does not work until a certain speed is reached, thus keeping the engine in the optimal working condition, with good power performance and very low emissions. The source of electricity is the engine itself, requiring only refueling. Advantages: This hybrid system leverages the engine's long continuous working time and good power performance, while also utilizing the motor's pollution-free and low-noise benefits. The two "work side by side," complementing each other's strengths. The vehicle's thermal efficiency can be improved by more than 10%, and exhaust emissions can be reduced by more than 30%.
HEV stands for hybrid car, and its full English name is Hybrid Electric Vehicle. I drive this type of car myself and find it super practical. The engine and electric motor work together as two power sources. For example, at a red light, the engine automatically shuts off, and the car is driven by the electric motor. The engine restarts when you press the accelerator. The best part is that it can recover energy during braking and downhill driving to recharge the battery, so you don’t need to find a charging station—just refuel as usual. This type of car is especially suitable for commuting in congested urban areas. My real-world tests show that its city fuel consumption is at least 30% lower than that of a pure gasoline car. However, its pure electric range is very short, usually only about two or three kilometers before the engine kicks in.
