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electricity

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Electricity is the energy that powers electric cars. In plug-in hybrids, it helps the car run without using gas for a certain distance.

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In the context of vehicles, electricity refers to the energy stored in batteries that powers electric motors. Plug-in hybrids can use this electricity to drive without using gasoline for a limited distance.

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