mildhybridsystem

A mild hybrid electric vehicle, often referred to as a mild hybrid system or MHEV, is a type of hybrid vehicle that uses an electric motor to assist an internal combustion engine (ICE), but cannot power the vehicle solely on electric power. The electric motor in a mild hybrid system typically serves as a generator to recover energy during braking and deceleration, storing it in a small battery. This stored energy is then used to provide a power boost to the ICE during acceleration, reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

Mild hybrids differ from full hybrids and plug-in hybrids in that their electric motor is not powerful enough to drive the vehicle independently. Instead, it augments the ICE's performance. This usually means that the electric motor is smaller and the battery capacity is lower compared to full or plug-in hybrids. The primary benefit of a mild hybrid system is improved fuel efficiency and reduced exhaust emissions over traditional gasoline or diesel-powered vehicles, without the significant cost increase associated with full hybrid technology.

The system can also enable features like start-stop functionality, where the ICE shuts off when the vehicle is stationary and restarts seamlessly when needed, further contributing to fuel savings. Mild hybrids offer a more accessible entry point into electrified vehicle technology, providing some of the benefits of electrification at a lower price point than more complex hybrid systems.