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Hybrid

by Jim Walczak
for About.com

Definition: The latest trend in motorized vehicles. By combining top-notch fuel efficiencies and ultra-low tailpipe emissions, hybrids are some of the cleanest and "greenest" motor vehicles around.
Also Known As: Hybrid Cars or Full Hybrids or Electric Vehicles of Hybrid Powered Vehicles
Common Misspellings: hybred or highbred
Examples: Hybrids are powered by a gasoline or diesel engine, as well as a battery-powered electric motor. Mileage in a Hybrid vehicle is noticeably higher (from 8-10% or 2-3 mpg), compared to non-Hybrid vehicles.

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