• UGI USER
  • Jun 03, 2024
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“INNOVATIVE STRONG HYBRIDS: BRIDGING TO FULL ELECTRIFICATION WITHOUT RANGE ANXIETY”

Why in the news?

  • Strong hybrids praised for cutting emissions, improving fuel efficiency without range anxiety of EVs.
  • Onboard computer optimizes both drive trains in strong hybrids, offering an intermediate pathway to full electrification.
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About Hybrid Vehicle:

  • Combine Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) with Electric Propulsion system.
  • Decarbonization Role: Hybrids have lower total carbon emissions (well-to-wheel) compared to electric and traditional ICE vehicles.
  • Emissions Comparison: Hybrids emit 133 g/km of CO2, 16% less than EVs (158 g/km).

Types:

  • Parallel hybrids (both engine and electric motor power independently),
  • Series hybrids (only electric motor drives wheels, engine generates electricity).

About Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles in India Phase II:

Implementing Agency: Department of Heavy Industry, Ministry of Heavy Industry and Public Enterprises.
Objective: Promote faster adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles, establish charging infrastructure.

Features:

Focus on electrification of public transportation and shared transport.
Demand incentives for electric buses through State/city transport corporations (STUs).