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Daily News Analysis June 2024 ‘India needs a Variety of Hybrid Vehicles ‘: June 1

Maruti Suzuki, one of India’s biggest car producers, said a strong portfolio of hybrid engine vehicles offer a very powerful way to curb oil imports, generate better fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.

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About Hybrid Engine: 

  • combines two or more distinct types of power sources to propel the vehicle. 
  • Typically, it combines an internal combustion engine (ICE) with one or more electric motors.

Types of Hybrid Engines:

  • Mild Hybrid (MHEV): Uses a small electric motor to assist the internal combustion engine, enhancing efficiency and performance.
  • Full Hybrid (HEV): Can run on the internal combustion engine, electric motor, or a combination of both. 
  • Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV): Similar to a full hybrid but with a larger battery that can be recharged by plugging into an external power source.
  • Series Hybrid: Internal combustion engine generates electricity to power the electric motor, which drives the wheels.
  • Parallel Hybrid: Both the internal combustion engine and the electric motor can independently power the vehicle’s wheels.

 

Why in the News?

  • Maruti Suzuki, one of India’s biggest car producers, said a strong portfolio of  hybrid engine vehicles offer a very powerful way to curb oil imports, generate better fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.