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Old 01-04-2006, 06:48 AM
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Default Interesting Article on Hybrid Economics

Check out MSNBC Story

Interesting points:
  • The main hybrid cost is the batteries. Hopefully improved battery technology and/or capacitors will bring the cost down.
  • SUV sales have stalled, but hybrids need to be cheaper to fill the vaccum. Apparently, the public is buying somewhat more fuel-efficient conventional vehicles...
  • Electric motors are most efficient at low speeds - gas engines at high speeds
  • Hybrids are a growing market - hope Detroit is not left behind...

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