Powered by the hybrid battery, the electric motor works in tandem with the petrol engine to boost acceleration during normal driving. (netcarshow.com)
When the accelerator is pressed, this feature electrically boosts the acceleration for up to five seconds. (hybridcars.com)
Applied to road cars the system supports the current motor industry trend for smaller powertrains; a lightweight kinetic energy recovery system providing a means of boosting acceleration and overall performance and economy independently of the vehicle's internal combustion engine. (greencarcongress.com)