Hybrid Vehicle

A vehicle that combines a conventional propulsion system and a rechargeable energy storage system.

Parallel Hybrid or Power-Split Hybrid

The power may be provided by the internal combustion engine or the electric motor or a combination of the two.

Mild Hybrid

An electric motor allows some overrun energy to be absorbed and to stop-start the engine when the vehicle is stationary. The electric motor may also be used to assist the internal combustion engine.

Micro Hybrid

Also known as a simple engine stop-start system as the main advantage is stopping the engine when the vehicle is stationary and then restarting the engine before pulling away.

See also: Automobile, Electric Vehicle, Vehicle.

Weblinks:

VCAcarfueldata.org.uk New Car Fuel Consumption and Exhaust Emissions Figures.