Hybrid vehicle
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A hybrid vehicle is a vehicle that uses two or more distinct power sources to propel the vehicle.  Common power sources include:

• On-board rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) and a fueled power source (internal combustion engine or fuel cell)
• Air and internal combustion engines
• Human powered bicycle with electric motor or gas engine assist
• Human-powered or sail boat with electric power

The term most commonly refers to Hybrid-electric vehicle (HEV) which includes internal combustion engines and electric motors.

• Audi Q7 hybrid -- The clean way to high performance -- An engineering first in Frankfurt where Audi is premiering its first hybrid vehicle powered by an FSI direct-injection petrol engine. The Audi Q7 hybrid concept study is equipped with a 4.2-litre FSI V8 drive unit developing 257 kW (350 bhp) and 440 Newton metres of torque. An electric motor that has also been integrated into the driveline adds up to an extra 200 Nm of torque.
• Chevrolet -- Fuel Economy - Chevy Hybrid Vehicles -- Chevrolet | Fuel Economy - The Hybrid taken to its Logical Extreme.
• Ford Hybrid Vehicles - Ford Escape Hybrid - 2008 Escape Hybrid - SUV -- Sport Utility Vehicle -- Learn About Power, Capability, Versatility & Technology of the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. Start Driving Green Today.
• General Motors -- Fuel Economy & Alternative Fuels - Hybrids -- General Motors is committed to offering the broadest portfolio of hybrid vehicles in the hybrid vehicle industry.
• Honda Civic Hybrid -- See pictures and specs of the 2008 Honda Civic gas-electric Hybrid car at the official Honda vehicle Web site. The 2008 Civic Hybrid is an Advanced Technology Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle.
• Lexus Hybrid Vehicles -- Lexus Hybrid Car and SUV -- While the automotive industry is beginning to embrace hybrid technology, for Lexus this is much more than the latest trend. It's part of our philosophy. As a corporation, we've been developing and consistently improving our hybrid technology for years, allowing us to leverage our sixth generation of hybrid vehicles.
• Mercury Mariner - Hybrid Technologies - Mercury Mariner Hybrid model is the first full-hybrid premium SUV in the world. It can run on electric power at lower speeds, while reducing exhaust emissions.
• Saab Global -- Saab BioPower Hybrid Concept -- We are proud to present an innovative hybrid concept based on pure bioethanol. The Saab BioPower Hybrid Concept is a showcase of new technology that you may see in future Saab cars. Everything is neatly packed into a Saab 9-3 Convertible.
• Saturn -- 2008 VUE & AURA Green Line - Hybrid SUV & Hybrid Car -- Saturn Green Line features the hybrid VUE SUV & AURA hybrid sedan. Both Vehicles have limited availability so buy your Saturn Hybrid today!
• Toyota Hybrid -- Price & Selection -- Toyota.com's Hybrid Community website bringing together people who have a reason to drive Hybrid cars and Hybrid SUVs