EVT Mode 1

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After the engine is started the system operates in EVT Mode 1 which is used for low speed urban driving conditions. Utilizing an input split configuration, engine simultaneously drives motor 1 to both generate electricity to charge the hybrid battery and provide power through the mechanical gearing in the transmission to the wheels. The energy generated by drive motor 1 is stored in the battery while drive motor 2 draws battery energy to provide additional output torque. Depending on driving conditions the engine will operate in either 4 or 8-cylinder mode to optimize fuel consumption while maintaining output power requirements. Combining EVT operation with Active Fuel Management (AFM) allows the engine to operate in 4-cylinder mode over a wider range of operating conditions than a non-hybrid vehicle. EVT and AFM are synergistic technologies that enable greater fuel economy when combined together than when either technology is used independently. Drive motor 2 provides output power to augment the engine in 4-cylinder mode and drive motor 1 can be used to provide torque smoothing.