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The principle of any hybrid system is seamless integration of electric power and a gasoline engine to deliver optimized performance and efficiency. But it's how systems harness and utilize these power sources that's evolved as technologies advance. 

Looking at the Subaru approach to hybrid vehicles, the experience combines the best of both worlds: our powerful Subaru BOXER and an electric motor to offer a more responsive, fuel-efficient approach to driving. 

When driving, the BOXER engine can either power your vehicle directly or charge the battery, depending on driving conditions. In EV mode, a Subaru hybrid operates solely on electric power at lower speeds - ideal for city driving or in situations where traffic flow stops and starts, which can be less fuel-efficient in traditional gasoline-fueled vehicles. 

When traveling at low speeds, recharging comes from engine power, while a process called regeneration (or regenerative braking) allows hybrid batteries to recapture kinetic energy produced during deceleration or coasting. This helps offer extended driving range in EV mode.