Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive
Hybrid Synergy Drive operates with two power sources balanced for the utmost efficiency. The high output motor powers the take off; the gasoline engine operates automatically at medium speeds, and when accelerating the motor powerfully assists the engine. It acts as a living organism with intelligence, delivering a seamless supply of energy for all driving conditions.
Typically cars use a lot of fuel for initial acceleration. The Hybrid Synergy Drive however uses no gasoline on take-off. It starts exclusively with the electric motor and thus without emitting CO2 or NOx, and above all quietly. It’s a courteous function in the late hours of the night or early morning saving the worry of disturbing the neighbors.
Not only does the Hybrid Synergy Drive produce less CO2 than conventional cars, but also less NOx; another big concern when it comes to our environment. In fact, the Prius with Hybrid Synergy Drive only releases 104g of CO2 and 0.01g of NOx per km. Efficient energy management of two power sources – a petrol engine and an electric motor – helps achieve lower emmisions and better fuel efficiency. The powerful electric motor can work alone for silent take offs, but it can also perform seamlessly with the petrol engine if more acceleration is needed.
