Hybrid Cars

Definition

Hybrid cars are vehicles that use a combination of an internal combustion engine and an electric motor to propel themselves. They can switch between using gasoline and electricity, resulting in improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.

Related terms

Electric Cars: Vehicles that run solely on electricity, without the need for gasoline.

Plug-in Hybrid Cars: Similar to hybrid cars, but they have larger batteries that can be charged by plugging into an external power source.

Regenerative Braking: A technology used in hybrid cars where the electric motor helps slow down the vehicle while simultaneously recharging the battery.