What is the working principle of hybrid electric vehicles?
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The working principle of hybrid electric vehicles is: combining fuel and electric power, where the electric motor delivers strong torque at low speeds to provide power for vehicle start-up and acceleration, while the internal combustion engine's output power and torque increase with rising speeds, supplying power for mid-to-late stage acceleration. The types of hybrid electric vehicles include: 1. Micro hybrid; 2. Mild hybrid; 3. Moderate hybrid; 4. Full hybrid. Examples of hybrid electric vehicles are the Toyota Prius, Leiling Hybrid, Corolla Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, Kia Niro, and Honda CR-V Hybrid.
I've been driving a hybrid car to commute for almost three years. It mainly operates by combining a gasoline engine and an electric motor. At low speeds or in traffic jams, it's driven by the electric motor, making the ride extremely quiet, fuel-efficient, and completely emission-free. When accelerating or driving on highways, the engine automatically starts to provide extra power. The coolest part is that during braking, the system recovers wasted energy and recharges the battery, which can then be used for electric driving next time. This principle keeps the overall fuel consumption super low, saving me half a tank of gas money every month. Daily maintenance is also simple—just regular battery checks, unlike pure electric cars that require frequent charging. When driving, you don’t feel any jerky transitions; the automation is incredibly smooth.
