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Hybrid Synergy Drive. Efficient yet powerful.Toyota’s well proven Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD)[?] is a full hybrid system. It includes a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor powered by a Nickel Metal-Hydride (Ni-Mh) battery. This is matched to perform in perfect harmony with a petrol-driven combustion engine. Both the petrol and the electric motors in the engine management system can power the car alone or in combination allowing Prius drivers to enjoy responsive power with low emissions and ultra-low fuel consumption.
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