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Old 05-07-2006, 12:14 PM
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Default Re: GM hyrids

What I don't understand is why the GM 2-Mode system is only going to deliver a 25% FE improvement. They say it's a "full hybrid" system. So shouldn't it get a 60-70% FE improvement like the Prius and FEH?

Honda's relatively uncomplicated IMA hybrid system gives the Civic a 40% FE boost and this is a mild hybrid configuration.

What am I missing here?

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