What is the difference between plug-in hybrid and hybrid electric vehicles?
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There are two main differences between plug-in hybrid and hybrid electric vehicles: 1. Power aspect. Plug-in hybrids primarily aim to enhance vehicle performance, while hybrid electric vehicles, predominantly Japanese models, focus on fuel efficiency. During registration, they are often labeled as energy-saving vehicles, such as Toyota's Dual Hybrid, whose power output is similar to or even slightly weaker than conventional fuel versions. 2. Driving aspect. Plug-in hybrids are typically equipped with large batteries, enabling pure electric driving for 50-100 kilometers. If battery costs decrease, this range may increase in the future. Hybrid electric vehicles only have small batteries and can hardly drive purely on electricity. Although they feature an EV mode, the engine must start to assist charging after just 1-2 kilometers of pure electric driving.