What does Mercedes-Benz S400 Hybrid mean?
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Hybrid means hybrid power, indicating that the vehicle is equipped with hybrid power. Below is extended information about hybrid vehicles: 1. Features: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) refers to a vehicle equipped with two power sources—thermal power source (generated by a traditional gasoline or diesel engine) and electric power source (battery and electric motor), characterized by energy-saving and low emissions. 2. Series Hybrid Electric Vehicle: The power system of an HEV consists of three major powertrains—engine, generator, and drive motor—connected in series. 3. Parallel Hybrid Electric Vehicle: Both the engine and the drive motor serve as powertrains, and the power outputs of these two major powertrains can be combined or used independently.