Here's how it works:
* It has a gasoline engine that powers the car primarily.
* It also has an electric motor that assists the gasoline engine during acceleration and provides power for low-speed driving.
* The electric motor is powered by a battery pack that is recharged by the gasoline engine and through regenerative braking (where energy is captured from braking).
So, while it's not solely electric, it does have a significant electric component, making it more fuel-efficient than a purely gasoline-powered car.