How do hybrid engines combine gasoline and electric power?

Hybrid engines are designed to combine the power of gasoline engines with electric motors. There are two types of hybrid engines: series and parallel. In a series hybrid, the gasoline engine is used to charge the batteries that power the electric motor. In a parallel hybrid, both the gasoline engine and the electric motor are connected to the wheels of the car and work together to provide power.

When driving a hybrid car, the electric motor is used to power the car at low speeds or when idling, while the gasoline engine takes over at higher speeds. The hybrid system is designed to seamlessly switch between the two power sources depending on the driving conditions, resulting in better fuel economy and reduced emissions.