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What types of vehicles use gas as well electricity for power?

Vehicles that use both gas and electricity for power are called hybrid vehicles. Here are the main types:

1. Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs):

* Gasoline-electric hybrid: The most common type, using a gasoline engine and an electric motor. The electric motor assists the gasoline engine, improving fuel efficiency.

* Diesel-electric hybrid: Similar to gasoline-electric, but using a diesel engine instead.

* Ethanol-electric hybrid: Using an ethanol engine instead of gasoline.

2. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs):

* Plug-in gasoline-electric hybrid: Similar to HEVs, but with a larger battery pack that can be plugged in to recharge. PHEVs can travel a significant distance on electric power alone.

* Plug-in diesel-electric hybrid: Similar to plug-in gasoline-electric, but using a diesel engine.

3. Range-Extended Electric Vehicles (REVs):

* Extended-range electric vehicle: These vehicles primarily run on electric power, but have a small gasoline engine that acts as a generator to recharge the battery when needed.

Examples of popular hybrid vehicles:

* Toyota Prius

* Honda Insight

* Ford Fusion Hybrid

* Chevrolet Volt

* Hyundai Ioniq

* Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

Advantages of Hybrid Vehicles:

* Improved fuel efficiency: Hybrids use less fuel than conventional gasoline-powered vehicles.

* Reduced emissions: They produce fewer greenhouse gases.

* Quiet operation: Electric motors are very quiet.

* Regenerative braking: The electric motor can capture energy during braking, improving efficiency.

Disadvantages of Hybrid Vehicles:

* Higher initial cost: Hybrids are generally more expensive than comparable gasoline-powered vehicles.

* Limited electric range: Most HEVs have a limited electric range, requiring the gasoline engine to take over for longer drives.

* More complex technology: Hybrids have more complex systems than conventional vehicles, which can lead to more maintenance needs.

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