ACCELERATING
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 Welcome to power to the power of two. During initial takeoff 
from a stop, the high-output battery alone provides power to the 
electric drive. As speed increases, the potent gas engine is engaged. 
And, when extra acceleration is desired, power output from both sources 
is optimized to deliver an even greater boost. Working in tandem with 
the Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission, the 
result is powerful acceleration without the jarring shift points 
experienced in a conventional vehicle.