Glossary / General

hybrid engine

14 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A hybrid engine uses both a regular gasoline engine and electric motors. This helps the car use less gas and run cleaner.

Technical Definition

A hybrid engine combines an internal combustion engine with one or more electric motors to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. In the Telluride, this setup allows for better power delivery while saving fuel.

Hear It Discussed

"With the V6 instead of a hybrid 4. Instead of a hybrid 4 with the 8-speed."
Toyota Land Cruiser's Complicated Past — Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep 179 The Carmudgeon Show 18:11

"Engine ready? 1.6 liter turbocharged four cylinder hybrid engine that turns out 231 horsepower and 271 pound-feet of torque which is plenty for the six speed automatic transmission"
Regenerative Tires, Road Trips, And Car Reviews In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 11:23

"[1044.4s] it said the hybrid is not covered, and I mean, the hybrid engine part is not covered. [1050.8s] And I just wanted to hear your thoughts on that."
Car Pro Radio Show May 2 26 Hour 3 CarPro Radio Show 17:24