1) The document describes Toyota's THS II hybrid system used in the Prius. THS II uses both a gasoline engine and electric motor to provide power to the wheels to improve fuel efficiency.
2) Key components of THS II include a 1.5L Atkinson cycle engine, hybrid transaxle with motor and generator, HV battery, and inverter that controls power flow.
3) THS II allows the vehicle to be powered by the electric motor or engine alone or together. During deceleration, the motor acts as a generator to recharge the battery via regenerative braking.