What is a hybrid? How do hybrids work? Hybrid cars are simply cars that use two energy sources for power. A common type of hybrid is a gas-electric hybrid. There are two fundamental types of gas-electric hybrids, parallel and series. This video gives a basic overview of hybrid vehicles. -- Related Videos -- Electric Motors: http://youtu.be/ErV5lGVso1w Magnets: http://youtu.be/7nhmJPMi4FU Electromagnets: http://youtu.be/1YSjRrijsRg DC Motors: http://youtu.be/kTkqbcesf10 Electric Cars: http://youtu.be/MWcmUgKP1GU Alternating Currents: http://youtu.be/Pv8WxPsJf4A Regenerative Braking: http://youtu.be/BhOEoXfxHMc Regen Braking Fuel Savings: http://youtu.be/kNDWzFaiDZQ AC Motors: http://youtu.be/C-WIn629d_o Induction Motors: http://youtu.be/EWZkFX48vu0 Batteries: http://youtu.be/vSzmbFf4Pyo Lithium Ion: http://youtu.be/12F8IlrKR40 Please feel free to rate, comment, and subscribe! And don't forget to check out my Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplained Also check out my official website: Make suggestions, participate in forums, learn through logically ordered lessons, read FAQs, and plan your future! http://www.howdoesacarwork.com Now on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13 NEW VIDEO EVERY WEDNESDAY!