A typical hybrid electric vehicle or HEV as the automotive industry aptly quipped and dubbed its newest brain-child and ingenious concepts is a popular option to consider if you are in the market for a new or replacement vehicle.
But what makes a hybrid a HYBRID vehicle?
In simple terms.
As the word implies it is a combination, mix or cross between two things. The ‘hybrid’ actually in effect has TWO engines.
One is electric and the other is internal combustion (which we all know, love and are used to). These work on their own, independently, as well as together or collectively/collaboratively to make your car go and perform consistently.
The hybrid cars generally run on an either-or basis UNTIL the driver would require MORE POWER, or wanted to go much faster, say passing, changing lanes or flooring it. Then the combination of the two engines together delivers the power and performance on-demand that you want and desire.
They can work individually quite well and self-sufficiently, BUT YET, they also collaborate and pool their resources under certain circumstances to give you that extra horses under-hood, willing, capable and able.
They are like flip-sides of a coin, working separately, but combined is their best currency and purpose. They operate almost in tandem.
If you are opting for or looking particularly for a low emission, fuel efficient and downright wonderfully aerodynamic, automotive style and design, then the Hybrids are for you!