Toyota 2006 Prius Owner's Manual page 11

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Gasoline power
in use
During normal driving, the vehicle runs
mainly on gasoline power. However, the
electric motor, using electric power gener-
ated by the gasoline engine, can supple-
ment the gasoline engine power.
The vehicle controls the optimum ratio of
the gasoline and electric power to help
use energy more efficiently.
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Electric and gasoline
power in use
When driving at full throttle, additional
electric power is applied from the hybrid
battery. Vehicle performance improves.
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Storing electric power
When decreasing speed or applying the
brakes, the turning force of the wheels
makes the electric motor operate as a
generator and additional electricity
stored in the hybrid battery (regenerative
brake).
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