Technician A says hybrid vehicles have an electric water pump to circulate coolant through the heater core when the engine is stopped. Technician B says some hybrid vehicles have a hot coolant storage tank to provide heat for the passenger compartment when the engine is shut down. Who is correct?

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Both statements are correct. Hybrid vehicles often use electric water pumps to circulate coolant for cabin heating when the engine is off, and some models also feature a hot coolant storage tank to maintain cabin heat without running the engine.

Technician a Says Hybrid Vehicles Have an Electric Water Pump