Did you know
that hybrid cars come in several varieties? In this blog post, we will explore
the different types of hybrid cars that combine the best of both worlds:
traditional internal combustion engines and modern electric motors. We'll delve
into the details of their unique features, how they function, and the
advantages they offer. Get ready to discover the world of hybrid cars –
powerful, efficient, and increasingly preferred.
Types of
Hybrid Cars:
· Mild Hybrids
Mild hybrid
vehicles are equipped with a hybrid system that assists the standard engine
during start-up, stopping, idling, and coasting. There are models whose
electric motors provide additional support to the thermal engine even during
acceleration. Mild hybrid vehicles are charged through regenerative energy.
This means that when the brakes are activated or the speed is reduced, the
kinetic energy generated by the traditional engine is converted and used to
charge the battery.
· Full Hybrids (FHEVs)
Known as
Full Hybrid Electric Vehicles, standard hybrids are among the most popular in
the automotive world. They are characterized by two engines - electric and
gasoline, which can work independently as well as together.
At start-up,
the full hybrid uses the electric motor, and the gasoline engine kicks in as
speed increases. The full hybrid system allows for short distances in purely
electric mode. In normal mode, the car uses the electric motor at low speeds,
while in parallel mode, both engines combine for optimal power during
acceleration.
· Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs)
Like
electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, PHEV)
require charging from an external station to recharge their batteries.
These
vehicles are equipped with two types of engines - electric and gasoline.
Although they have a gasoline engine, PHEVs prefer electric power as they have
larger batteries that allow them to cover significant distances on electricity
- typically between 50 and 80 kilometers.
PHEVs are
unique in that they combine the advantages of conventional and electric
vehicles, suitable for both long journeys and daily short distances in the
city. Their gasoline engine acts as a backup, providing peace of mind to
drivers when the battery runs out.