As an expert in the field of automotive engineering, I have a deep understanding of the intricacies of hybrid vehicle technology. Hybrid cars, also known as hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), are powered by a combination of an internal combustion engine and an electric propulsion system. This dual powertrain approach provides several advantages over traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, including improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and enhanced performance.

The internal combustion engine in a hybrid car operates much like the engine in a conventional car, using the combustion of fuel to generate mechanical power that drives the wheels. However, the addition of a battery-powered electric motread more >>

The addition of a battery-powered electric motor increases the fuel efficiency of hybrids in a number of ways. ... Regenerative braking allows some of that energy to be captured, turned into electricity, and stored in the batteries. This stored electricity can later be used to run the motor and accelerate the vehicle.read more >>