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Foreword / Hybrid System Overview
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The HYUNDAI Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) uses both the gasoline engine and the
electric motor for power. The electric motor is run by a high-voltage HEV battery.
Depending on the driving conditions, the HEV computer selectively operates between
the engine and the electric motor or even both at the same time.
Fuel efficiency increases when the vehicle is driven by the electric motor with the HEV
battery.
The HEV battery charge must be maintained, so at times the engine will come on even
at idle to act as a generator. Charging also occurs when decelerating or by regenerative
braking.
Electric motor
Electric motor
Electric motor + Engine
Electric motor + Engine
Engine
Engine
Charging
Charging
Engine OFF
Engine OFF
Startup/Low speed cruise
Acceleration
High speed cruise
Deceleration
Stop
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