As more drivers consider making the switch to electrified motoring, OMODA JAECOO's Super Hybrid System (SHS) is designed to offer the benefits of electric driving without leaving longer journeys behind.

But what exactly is SHS, and how does it work?

Available across selected OMODA and JAECOO models, the Super Hybrid System combines a petrol engine with electric motors and a rechargeable battery. The result is a plug-in hybrid powertrain designed to make everyday journeys more efficient while retaining the flexibility needed for longer trips.

Electric power for everyday driving

At the heart of the SHS system is its ability to use electric power as much as possible during everyday driving.

The vehicle's high-voltage battery stores electrical energy, which can be used to power the electric motor. For shorter journeys, drivers can make use of electric-only driving, helping to reduce reliance on the petrol engine.

This can be particularly useful for regular commutes, school runs and trips around town, where drivers can benefit from the smooth and quiet characteristics of electric driving.

When the battery needs charging, it can be plugged in at home or at a compatible public charging point.

So what happens on longer journeys?

This is where the SHS system is designed to offer an advantage over a fully electric vehicle for drivers who aren't quite ready to make the complete switch.

When the battery charge is lower or the driving conditions demand it, the petrol engine can work alongside the electric motor or provide power itself.

Rather than the driver having to constantly think about which power source should be used, the vehicle's intelligent control system manages the interaction between the petrol engine, electric motor and battery.

The result is a hybrid system that can adapt to different driving situations.

Regenerative braking helps recharge the battery

SHS also makes use of regenerative braking.

When the vehicle slows down, energy that would normally be lost as heat through conventional braking can instead be recovered and converted into electrical energy.

That energy can then be stored in the battery and used again to help power the vehicle.

It's one of the reasons hybrid vehicles can be particularly well suited to stop-start urban driving, where there are frequent opportunities to recover energy while slowing down.

Plug-in flexibility

Unlike a conventional self-charging hybrid, SHS models can also be plugged in to recharge their battery.

For drivers with access to home charging, this means the vehicle can be charged overnight and ready for the next day's driving.

For longer journeys, meanwhile, the petrol engine provides an additional source of power, giving drivers the flexibility to continue travelling without relying solely on public charging infrastructure.

This combination is at the heart of the SHS proposition: electric driving for everyday journeys, with petrol-powered flexibility when it's needed.

Why might SHS suit Stockport drivers?

For motorists around Stockport and Greater Manchester, driving patterns can vary considerably. A typical week might include short urban journeys, commuting, motorway travel and longer trips further afield.

A plug-in hybrid system such as SHS is designed to accommodate that mixture.

Drivers who regularly make shorter journeys can make greater use of electric power, while those heading further afield can benefit from the additional flexibility of the petrol engine.

It also gives drivers the opportunity to experience electric driving without having to plan every journey around charging.

Discover SHS at Swansway OMODA JAECOO Stockport

Drivers interested in finding out how SHS works in the real world can visit Swansway OMODA Stockport on Wellington Road South.

The team can explain how the technology works, talk through the different OMODA and JAECOO models available with SHS technology and arrange a test drive.

Find out more about OMODA JAECOO and the latest electrified models by visiting the dealership or getting in touch with the team.