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Hybrid vehicles have become a familiar presence on American roads. In fact, they account for 9.6% of all vehicle sales in the country, and we expect the number to undoubtedly grow in the coming years.

It seems like you can't swing a dead battery without hitting a mild hybrid vehicle (MHEV) these days. The premise is appealing – get moderate gains in fuel efficiency and performance, provide more ...